Investigator Jobs in New York

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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Congregate Residential Settings Investigator, Bureau of Communicable Diseases

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 11 hours ago

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Conduct communicable disease investigation and surveillance activities with a focus on congregate residential settings....

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Organized Retail Crime Investigator (ORC)

  • Long Island City, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Long Island City, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Gathers Intelligence internally and externally and presents to Law Enforcement for prosecution....

Investigator I/II

  • Rochester, NY
  • 21 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 21 hours ago

Ability to explain and interpret these findings to law enforcement authorities in a comprehensive manner....

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Conduct communicable disease investigation and surveillance activities with a focus on congregate residential settings....

Remote Work

Private Investigator

  • Bronx, NY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY
  • 22 hours ago

What you’ll get: A foot in the door to the investigations/security/law enforcement fields Experience conducting covert investigations A job you’ll love going to - no one day is the same Opportunities...

Surveillance Investigator

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 1 day 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?...

Surveillance Investigator - Part-Time

  • Rome, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rome, NY
  • 1 day ago

manner Collaborate with other investigators and law enforcement agencies as needed to gather information and coordinate efforts Maintain confidentiality and adhere to legal and ethical standards in...

Surveillance Investigator

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 1 day ago

manner Collaborate with other investigators and law enforcement agencies as needed to gather information and coordinate efforts Maintain confidentiality and adhere to legal and ethical standards in...

Sr. Security Operations Analyst

  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 2 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Security Monitoring Conducts investigations and responds to internal and external security threats....

Senior Epidemiologist/Investigator, Bureau of Communicable Diseases

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 2 days ago

They will also analyze and interpret investigation and surveillance data and disseminate results....

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Confidential Investigator

  • New York City, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 2 days ago

Preferred Skills A minimum of three (3) years of work experience in any of the following fields: investigation, law enforcement, criminal justice, and/or security. 2....

Security Risk Investigator

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 2 days ago

Preferred Skills Experience working in a correctional or law enforcement setting....

Senior Epidemiologist/Investigator, Bureau of Communicable Diseases

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

They will also analyze and interpret investigation and surveillance data and disseminate results....

Remote Work

Surveillance Investigator (AIC/Command)

  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Surveillance Investigators are the frontline of the private investigations industry....

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Salary for Investigator Jobs in New York

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecurity research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Investigator positions.



Highest Education Level

Investigators in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.1%
High School or GED
16.0%
Master's Degree
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Investigators in New York
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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