Investigator Jobs in Austin, TX

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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Auto Fraud Investigator BL Risk Analyst II

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 hours ago

analysis using back-end customer profile and transactional systems; conduct appropriate research with industry peers and law enforcement.* Evaluate investigative findings, draft clear and concise investigative...

Surveillance Investigator

  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago

investigators and law enforcement agencies as needed to gather information and coordinate effortsMaintain confidentiality and adhere to legal and ethical standards in conducting surveillance operationsQUALIFICATIONS...

Investigator VI

  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago

This position requires communication with internal divisions, complainants, school personnel and leadership, vendors, law enforcement, and other agencies....

Loss Prevention Store Detective

  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago

understanding of law enforcement procedures and professionally participates in legal activities as needed (e.g., police calls, etc.)...

SDS Apple Cash Fraud Investigator

  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago

seen, heard, and inspired to do their best work.The Strategic Data Solutions (SDS) team is seeking an individual with excellent analytical and research skills to join the group as a Fraud Prevention Investigator...

Surveillance Investigator - Experienced

  • Austin, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 13 days ago

Overview Surveillance Investigator - Experienced Austin, TX Area Now Hiring: Private Field Surveillance Investigator CoventBridge Group is growingand we're looking for experienced, licensed investigators...

Information Security Operations Analyst

  • Austin, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 16 days ago

In this role, you'll play a critical part in detecting, investigating, and responding to security threats across our enterprise....

Fraud Analyst

  • Austin, TX
  • 17 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 17 days ago

This person will be the primary contact for fraud risk investigations and escalations, and have a passion for safeguarding our business and customers....

SDS AMP Senior Fraud Investigator

  • Austin, TX
  • 29 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 29 days ago

In this role you will query data to identify trends, complete mass action of cases, respond to ER escalations, and support the knowledge building of Fraud Investigators....

Background Investigator - Entry Level

  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Complete record searches at law enforcement agencies, courthouses, mental health, financial and educational institutions....

Remote Work

Surveillance Investigator

  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago

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

Fraud Analyst

  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Work with Product and Engineering to manage feature engineering tickets and investigation as needed Monitor health of main player security metrics, research further for important anomalies detected,...

Senior Information Security Analyst (ASM/VM)

  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Incident Response: Collaborate with the incident response team to investigate and respond to security incidents, ensuring swift resolution and minimizing damage....

GenAI Security Researcher, Artificial General Intelligence

  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago

The Amazon Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) organization is focused on building world-class general-purpose intelligence services. Its primary mission involves developing highly autonomous...

Information Security Analyst

  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Position Responsibilities: - Monitoring and analyzing security event logs - Conduct needed vulnerability scans and internal risk assessments/testing - Provide security training and awareness...

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Salary for Investigator Jobs in Austin, TX

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 Austin, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
15.9%
Master's Degree
15.7%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Investigators in Austin, TX
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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