Cybercrime Investigator

Cybercrime Investigators are IT specialists who investigate digital scams, fraud, and criminal attacks on critical infrastructure, IT systems and computer networks. They seek to disrupt cybercrime, identify offenders, and gather evidence that leads to convictions.

As a Cybercrime Investigator you could be analysing malware and network data to identify cybercriminals, monitoring and investigating illegal activity, assisting with search warrants, developing IT tools and programs to support investigations, carrying out covert online engagement to disrupt cybercrime, or attending court to give evidence.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a cybercrime investigator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
DEF43122

Certificate IV in Digital Forensics

Online
4 months
$6,715
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cybercrime Investigator
DEF53122

Diploma of Digital Forensics

Online
6 months
$7,140
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Expert Advice: How to get a Job in Cyber Security

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