Investigator Jobs in Melville, NY

An Investigator in the security industry is primarily responsible for conducting thorough and comprehensive investigations into a variety of incidents ranging from breaches of security to criminal activities within an organization. Their daily duties may include gathering and analyzing data, conducting interviews, preparing and presenting investigative reports, and testifying in court if necessary. Investigators may also be required to develop and implement security measures to prevent future incidences.

Important skills for an Investigator in the security industry include excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure. Certification in areas such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming an Investigator, a person may have roles such as a Security Officer, Police Officer, or a Private Detective.

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Internal Investigator 1 OPWDD

  • State of New York
  • Commack, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Commack, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago

law enforcement investigative experience; or a Bachelor's degree for four years of field investigative or law enforcement investigative experience....

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Investigator (Discipline) II

  • New York City, NY
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 9 days ago

enforcement Excellent communication skills, strong analytical and writing skills, and the ability to be objective and thorough in conducting investigations of law enforcement personnel Unwavering dedication...

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Defensive Counterintelligence Analyst (Intelligence Analyst 4) - 28618 Mount Vernon, NY, USA

  • Huntington Ingalls Industries
  • Mount Vernon, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Graduate of an advanced CI course, including Operations, Surveillance, Collection, Investigations, etc #LI-DK1 Physical Requirements Requires working in an office....

Hybrid

Surveillance Investigator

  • Allied Universal
  • Melville, NY
  • 19 days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 19 days ago

activities, and any relevant information in a clear and concise manner Collaborate with other investigators and law enforcement agencies as needed to gather information and coordinate efforts Maintain...

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Lead Investigator: Complex Investigations, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control

  • New York City, NY
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 25 days ago

We are seeking a Lead Investigator-Complex Investigations to join our Expanded Contact Investigation Team in the Office of Epidemiology....

Remote

Information Security Analyst Intel and Email

  • Vaco LLC
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Information Security Analyst Contract-to-hire $45-52/hour Seeking a security-focused IT professional to support endpoint security, device management, and enterprise access controls within a modern...

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9943L Cyber Security Analyst -PAM

  • PSEG
  • Bethpage, NY (5 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bethpage, NY (5 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Requisition : 82285 PSEG Company : PSEG Long Island Salary Range : $ 93,600 - $ 148,200 Work Location Category : Hybrid Flexible We're one of the country's largest energy companies, with a vision...

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Surveillance Investigator

  • Frasco Inc.
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Get paid to learn the ropes of fraud investigation and real-world surveillance. Frasco offers fully paid investigator training to help you launch your career! Is surveillance right for you?...

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Supervising Investigator

  • New York City, NY
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Typical responsibilities of this position include: Supervising a team of investigators engaged in the performance of confidential, highly complex, and/or special investigations involving surveillance...

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Child Protective Investigator - 60052938

  • State of Florida
  • Bohemia, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bohemia, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies....

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DHS Credentialed Background Investigator

  • CACI
  • West Islip, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • West Islip, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Our staff has been an industry-leading provider of federal background investigations since 2004 and employs full-time and part-time investigators in all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S....

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Medical Forensic Investigator

  • Suffolk County Government
  • Hauppauge, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

analyze facts and to prepare thorough, accurate reports based on those facts Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, hospital personnel, law enforcement and...

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Loss Prevention-Asset Protection Investigator

  • Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace
  • Melville, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Our Uncle Giuseppe's Stores located on Long Island is seeking an experienced FT Loss Prevention-Asset Protection Investigator....

In Person

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Investigator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Chemical Investigations of Boston Harbor
This is an undergraduate introductory laboratory subject in ocean chemistry and measurement. There are three main elements to the course: oceanic chemical sampling and analysis, instrumentation...
Cross-Cultural Investigations: Technology and Development
This course enhances cross-cultural understanding through the discussion of practical, ethical, and epistemological issues in conducting social science and applied research in foreign countries or...
Incident and Event Investigation: Investigation Basics
This course explores the critical importance of investigating workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses. By delving into the definitions and distinctions between terms such as "accident" and...

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Salary for Investigator Jobs in Melville, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Investigators in Melville, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.4%
Master's Degree
15.9%
High School or GED
15.5%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Investigators in Melville, NY
4-6 years
27.1%
2-4 years
25.1%
1-2 years
22.0%
Less than 1 year
9.6%
10+ years
8.5%
6-8 years
6.6%
None
1.1%


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