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Become a Fraud Investigator
Fraud investigators trace scams end-to-end: they interview victims, subpoena records, and build cases. Entry roles pay $55–$95K. This is the skills track that gets you interview-ready.
What you'll learn
- Interviewing victims without contaminating evidence
- OSINT tradecraft: reverse-image, WHOIS, breach lookups
- Chain-of-custody for digital evidence
- Writing investigator reports that hold up in court
- Working with law-enforcement liaisons
Ready to start?
Start the Fraud Investigator trackFrequently asked questions
Is this the same as a private investigator licence?
No — licensure is jurisdiction-specific. This teaches the skills; the licence is a separate exam in your state or country.
What tools will I use?
Free tier of Maltego, sherlock, Hunter.io, blockchain explorers, plus the GACS scanner suite.