CSI® – Certified Security Investigator
The Specialist Standard for Security Investigations
Validates advanced investigative competence in corporate security and organizational investigations.
What the CSI® Certification Validates
Specialist expertise in corporate security investigations and investigative best practices.
The Certified Security Investigator (CSI®) certification validates advanced competency in corporate security investigations rather than broad management responsibility. It confirms that a certified professional has demonstrated mastery of the principles, processes, and specialized skills required to lead and execute complex corporate investigations that support security operations and risk mitigation objectives.
CSI® is designed for security professionals who have progressed beyond foundational operational duties and now hold specialist responsibilities in investigative functions within corporate security environments. It is not a general management or executive-level credential but a specialized investigations certification that strengthens professional credibility in investigative roles.
Pathway to CSI® Certification
Understand the scope, structure, and recognition of the Certified Security Manager credential
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The Certified Security Investigator (CSI®) credential validates advanced investigative competence in corporate security and organizational investigations, confirming the capability to conduct thorough, ethical, and legally compliant investigations that support organizational decision-making.
CSI® represents the globally recognized specialist-level benchmark within the CorpSecurity certification framework. It is designed for professionals who execute complex investigations and are responsible for uncovering facts, analyzing evidence, and providing actionable insights to management.
CSI® supports career progression into management-level certifications such as CSM®, serving as the foundation for professionals moving from specialist execution to formal security management responsibility, subject to eligibility criteria.
What CSI® Confirms
- Competence in conducting advanced corporate and organizational investigations
- Ability to collect, analyze, and report evidence effectively
- Adherence to legal, regulatory, and ethical standards during investigations
- Capability to provide investigative findings that inform organizational decision-making
CSI® is awarded based on verified professional experience and examination performance, in accordance with CorpSecurity International standards.
What to Expect
The CSI exam assesses your knowledge in three key domains of corporate security investigations. Consider these domains as essential topics you should master, drawing on your professional experience and education.
CSI Domains
Domain 1: Investigations Principles
Domain 2: CorpSecurity Investigation Framework
Domain 3: Specialized Corporate Investigations
CSI® – Certified Security Investigator
Investigations & Intelligence Specialization
| Pathway | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Standard | Minimum 5 years of investigations or corporate security experience |
| Fast-Track | Minimum 4 years of experience with active CSA® |
Pass with Confidence Using the Smart Learning System
CorpSecurity International provides an official CSI® training program to ensure mastery of the Investigations Body of Knowledge (CBK) and thorough preparation for the CSI® certification exam.
Training Element
| Training Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Training Format | 100% Online, Self-Paced Access. Includes 24/7 access to the Learning Portal with Dedicated Learner Support and Expert Mentor assistance focused on corporate investigations. |
| Access Validity | 6 Months. This period covers full access to the learning platform, investigative case materials, and support resources. |
| Course Duration | Approximately 3 to 5 months (flexible and self-paced). |
| Key Resources | On-demand learning modules, Quick Review Notes, Case-Based Learning Scenarios, Domain-Wise Assessment Tests. |
The CSI® Exam Structure
| Exam Element | Specification |
|---|---|
| Time Limit | 2 hours and 30 minutes |
| Questions | 150 Multiple-Choice Questions |
| Delivery | Online / Secure Remote Proctored |
| Additional Requirement | None. (Project Work is not required at the CSI® level.) |
| Note | Project Work becomes a mandatory pre-condition for advanced leadership certifications such as CSM® and CSD®. |
| Pass Percentage | A minimum score of 80% on the final examination is required to successfully pass the CSI assessment. |
The CSI® credential is awarded upon successful completion of the examination and verification of eligibility requirements.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Certification Validity | 3 years |
| Continuing Professional Education (CPE) |
60 CPE credits over 3 years |
| Annual Requirement | Maintain certification status by paying the Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) of $99 USD and reporting a minimum of 30 CPEs per year |
| Recertification | Submission of CPE records and compliance review every 3 years |
| Governance | All certifications are subject to audit and validation by the Certification Board |
| Additional Note | A single AMF is sufficient to maintain multiple CorpSecurity certifications held by a professional |
Book CSI® Certification Exam
$300
The CSI® Exam – Domain Coverage
The Certified Security Investigator (CSI®) exam assesses professional responsibility across the following management domains:
Domain 1: Investigation Governance & Program Management
- Principles of Corporate Investigations
- Qualities of an Effective Investigator
- Common Terms in Investigations
- Investigation Program Management
Domain 2:Case Management & Investigative Procedure
- Determine the scope of Investigations
- Conduct Surveillance
- Conduct Interviews
- Collect and Preserve Evidence
- Prepare and present Investigation Report or Testimony
Domain 3:Specialized Corporate Investigations
- Employee Theft and Fraud
- Due Diligence Investigations
- Background Investigations
- Undercover Investigations
Official CSI® Certificate
A globally recognized credential validating security management responsibility
Why Top Professionals Choose CorpSecurity
A globally trusted certification authority for corporate & physical security.
Globally Recognized Certification Authority
CorpSecurity International establishes internationally consistent, role-aligned certification standards trusted by security professionals and employers across regions and industries.
Structured Professional Ascent Framework
A clearly defined certification pathway — Professional → Specialist → Management → Executive — aligned with real-world career progression and experience milestones.
Practitioner-Governed Standards
All certifications are designed, reviewed, and governed by experienced security practitioners, ensuring relevance to real corporate security responsibilities — not academic theory.
CorpSecurity Global Professional Network
Certified professionals gain access to a global professional network supporting peer recognition, leadership engagement, and continuous professional development.
Global Security Insights
Members receive curated CorpSecurity Global Security Insights — practitioner-led intelligence, trends, and analysis for modern security professionals and decision-makers
Independent Governance & Proven Trust
CorpSecurity operates under independent certification governance, supported by sustained global adoption and verified professional trust.
CSI® Certified Professionals
A selection of professionals holding the CorpSecurity CSI® certification.
Luke Bouveng, CSI®
Senior Vice President – Regional Security Director
Australia
Pedro Augusto Schaeffer, CSI®, CSM®
Security Manager
Switzerland
Paul Chakola, CSI®
Security Manager
USA
Muhammad Shafi Bin Mohmmed, CSI®, CSS®
Security Supervisor
Singapore
Iven Vencatasawmy, CSI®
Security Director
Mauritius, Africa
Anael Rodrick Mrema, , CSI®
Security Officer
USA
Ibrahim Monday , CSI®
Senior Security and Safety Officer
Switzerland
Aderemi Ebenezer Adediran, CSI®
Security Supervisor
UAE
Innocent Chingwaru, CSI®
Security Director
Botswana
Akoma Chiebo, CSI®
Chief Security Officer
Nigeria
Thabiso Johannes Mabotja, CSI®
Investigator
South Africa
