Field Investigator Jobs in Massachusetts

A Field Investigator in the security industry is responsible for conducting detailed investigations to gather facts and evidence for various types of inquiries. They generally work for private security companies, law enforcement agencies, insurance companies, or legal firms. Their tasks may include surveillance, interviews, information gathering, evidence collection, document review, and report writing. They may also use specialized equipment, such as video cameras, to gather information, and they often work in the field, traveling to various locations as part of their investigations.

Before becoming a Field Investigator, a person may have roles such as a Police Officer, Security Officer, or Private Investigator. These roles provide the necessary skills and experience, such as observation skills, analytical thinking, communication skills, and understanding of legal procedures. Potential Field Investigators should also have relevant certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Professional Certified Investigator (PCI), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). These certifications are provided by professional associations like ASIS International and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and demonstrate the holder's competency in conducting investigations.

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Cyber Security Analyst

  • Rowley, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Rowley, MA
  • 11 hours ago

The analyst is responsible for incident monitoring and reporting, coordinating company-wide security training and responding to client security questionnaires....

Fraud Analyst

  • Springfield, MA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 14 hours ago

Educates credit union employees to identify and respond to potential fraud trends and situations Work as a liaison with law enforcement agencies in conducting fraud investigations to file police reports...

Financial Crimes Investigator (BSA) - Temporary Assignment

  • Plymouth, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 2 days ago

The Financial Crimes Operations team (FCO) coordinates day-to-day implementation of the banks enterprise wide financial crime prevention efforts. FCO includes several legal and compliance...

Cyber Security Analyst - L4

  • Washington, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 2 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...

Investigator

  • Worcester, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 3 days ago

state and federal agencies; Makes relevant referrals to appropriate state, local and federal agencies; Communicates and, if assigned, works collaboratively with state and local agencies, including law...

Loss Prevention Detective

  • Hyannis, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Hyannis, MA
  • 3 days ago

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

Security Investigator III

  • Lynn, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lynn, MA
  • 3 days ago

Review, download and preserve any necessary video surveillance for case investigations both internal/external and comply with any subpoena and/or law enforcement requests as such....

Cyber Security Specialist Danvers, MA Onsite W2 Role

  • Danvers, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Danvers, MA
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Cyber Security Location: Danvers, MA Onsite role. Duration: 12+ Months We are seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist with at least 7 years of hands-on experience in Information Security,...

Loss Prevention Store Detective

  • Attleboro, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 4 days ago

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

Security Operations Analyst

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

Location: REMOTE Salary: $35.00 USD Hourly - $40.00 USD Hourly Description: Position: SOC Analyst Experience Required: 3-5+ years Location: Remote - EST Hours Type: Contract Duration: 6+ Months...

Sr. Information Security Analyst

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 7 days ago

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of...

Cyber Security Analyst

  • Andover, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Andover, MA
  • 7 days ago

Network Security Firewall experience. They do use Palo Alto and some other firewalls that they did not want to divulge at this stage. They are open to the type of Firewall experience (i.e., Palo,...

Digital Forensic Analyst (49234) NEW

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago

Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure readiness required to perform law enforcement duties....

Surveillance Investigator

  • Worcester, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 11 days 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...

Cyber Security Analyst (Boston)

  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago

At Lendbuzz, we believe financial opportunity should be more personalized and fair. We develop innovative technologies that provide underserved and overlooked borrowers with better access to...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Field Investigator positions.



Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in Massachusetts 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 Field Investigators in Massachusetts
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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