Get Certified as a Security Investigations Professional with the CorpSecurity CSI® Certification
CSI® – Certified Security Investigator
Build your credibility, recognition, and authority in corporate security investigations.
Earning the CSI® certification demonstrates to employers, peers, and clients that you possess advanced expertise in corporate investigations, investigative governance, case management, and specialized investigative practices.
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Who the CSI® Certification Is For
Corporate investigators and security professionals responsible for investigations, case management, and evidentiary practice
The CSI® — Certified Security Investigator — certifies specialist competence in corporate security investigations: investigative governance, case management, intelligence gathering, and evidentiary integrity.
It is built for corporate investigators, fraud and compliance investigators, loss prevention investigators, internal investigations leads, and security professionals who have moved from supporting investigations to conducting and closing them.
CSI® certifies investigative competence. If your responsibility now covers teams, budgets, and security programs rather than casework, CSM® — Certified Security Manager — is the credential that matches your scope.
CSI® Eligibility Requirements
| Experience | 5 years of verifiable corporate security experience, or 4 years with CSA® |
| Responsibility | Demonstrated investigative responsibility within a corporate security function |
| Certification fee | $700 — includes training and the online proctored examination |
Investigative responsibility is assessed on functional scope and case accountability, not job title alone.
The CSI® Exam – Domain Coverage
The Certified Security Investigator (CSI®) examination assesses professional competence across the following investigative 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
About the CSI® Certification
Scope, examination, training, and certification maintenance
Advance Your Investigations Career with the CSI® Certification
The CSI® — Certified Security Investigator — validates advanced investigative competence in corporate and organizational investigations: the capability to conduct thorough, ethical, and legally compliant investigations that support organizational decision-making.
It is the specialist-level benchmark for investigations within the CorpSecurity certification framework, for professionals who run complex cases and are responsible for uncovering facts, analyzing evidence, and providing actionable findings to management.
Direct entry. No prior certification required. Five years of verifiable experience with investigative responsibility, or four with CSA®.
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 throughout an investigation
— Capability to provide investigative findings that inform organizational decisions
CSI® is awarded on verified professional experience and examination performance, in accordance with CorpSecurity International standards. Holders progress to CSM® — Certified Security Manager — as responsibility extends from casework to teams and programs.
The CSI® exam assesses professional investigative responsibility across the following domains:
| Domain | Focus Area | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Investigation Governance & Program Management | 30% |
| 2 | Case Management & Investigative Procedures | 35% |
| 3 | Specialized Corporate Investigations | 35% |
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 $75 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 |
Official CSI® Certificate
A globally recognized credential validating investigative competence
CSI® Certified Professionals
A selection of professionals holding the CorpSecurity CSI® certification.
Luke Bouveng, CSI®
Senior Vice President - Regional Security Director
Australia
Paul Chakola, CSI®
Security Manager
USA
Pedro Augusto Schaeffer, CSI®, CSM®
Security Manager
Switzerland
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
Capt Ashutosh Vashist, CSI®
Vice President
India
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