Investigator Jobs in Washington

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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Physical Security Assurance Analyst

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

to analyze physical security incidents....

Fraud Analyst

  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 8 hours ago

accurate categorization of fraud cases Serve as a point of escalation for the customer service team regarding questionable orders or unusual customer activity Coordinate with financial institutions and law...

Senior Information Security Analyst - Insider Risk Team Lead

  • Olympia, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 3 days ago

PREFERRED: + Previous law enforcement investigation background is a big plus. + Understanding of machine learning principles is a plus....

Senior Wildland Fire Investigator

  • Colville, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Colville, WA
  • 4 days ago

protection.- Liaison between the region management and law enforcement and investigative agencies....

Security Surveillance Officer - Graveyard

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 6 days ago

enforcement Full Job Description Job Description: GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Surveillance Security Officer!...

Senior Wildland Fire Investigator, Natural Resource Investigator

  • Colville, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Colville, WA
  • 8 days ago

Liaison between the region management and law enforcement and investigative agencies....

Criminal Investigator

  • Spokane, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 8 days ago

Serves as primary professional contact between the BIA Office of Law Enforcement Services and Tribal law enforcement officials....

Cyber Security Analyst - L4

  • WA
  • 12 days ago
  • WA
  • 12 days ago

Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients' most complex digital...

Information Security Analyst

  • Olympia, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 12 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Conducts regular security assessments and audits to identify potential vulnerabilities Responds to, investigates, and documents data security incidents and breaches Collaborates...

Principal Security Researcher

  • Redmond, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 13 days ago

Security represents the most critical priorities for our customers in a world awash in digital threats, regulatory scrutiny, and estate complexity. Microsoft Security aspires to make the world a...

Retail Loss Prevention Detective

  • Issaquah, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Issaquah, WA
  • 15 days ago

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

Sr Fraud Investigator

  • WA
  • 16 days ago
  • WA
  • 16 days ago

Collaborate with Law Enforcement: Serve as a liaison to law enforcement, delivering detailed documentation and filing reports to support cases involving credit union losses....

Supports cybersecurity audits, assessments, data calls, investigations, incidents, and other duties as required....

GenAI Security Researcher, Artificial General Intelligence

  • Seattle, WA
  • 18 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 18 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...

Retail Loss Prevention Detective

  • Federal Way, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA
  • 21 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Investigator Jobs in Washington

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 Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
15.9%
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 Washington
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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