At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct detailed anti-piracy investigations and develop plans to identify copyright infringers.
- Company: Join the Motion Picture Association, a leader in content protection.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to guide junior investigators.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the fight against piracy and protect creative content.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of investigative experience required.
The predicted salary is between 95000 - 105000 $ per year.
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Role Overview
The Senior Internet Investigator is responsible for conducting detailed anti-piracy investigations of key operators and global targets involved in copyright infringement, including individuals and organizations.
Candidates should have expertise in OSINT and attribution methods, including social media research.
An advanced work ethic, creative problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently are essential.
The ideal candidate should be passionate about inspiring and collaborating with their team, be proactive, and committed to developing team skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct complex investigations of key players and develop investigative plans to identify infringing entities.
- Document investigative actions thoroughly in case files.
- Present comprehensive investigative reports to management, legal teams, and external stakeholders.
- Familiarity with law enforcement procedures to support criminal referrals.
- Maintain liaison with law enforcement, government, and private sector organizations.
- Stay updated on content protection developments and manage enforcement actions.
- Guide and support junior investigators.
- Collaborate regularly with MPA attorneys.
- Proactively identify and analyze new targets.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
- Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of investigative or analytical experience.
- Experience with online investigations, attribution, and OSINT techniques.
- Knowledge of internet infrastructure, including ISPs, domain names, WHOIS, IP addresses, and governance.
- Proficiency with investigative tools like WHOIS, DNS lookups, traceroute, and packet analysis.
- Strong communication skills across all levels.
- Ability to work creatively and efficiently amidst shifting priorities.
- High ethical standards and ability to handle confidential information.
- Experience building cross-departmental relationships and drafting reports.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years of investigative or analytical experience.
- Advanced degrees or professional certifications.
- Understanding of website architecture and source code.
- Knowledge of mobile app operations.
- Experience with cross-border investigations.
- Expertise in online content distribution methods and computer crimes statutes.
- Additional Details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Job functions include: Other, Information Technology, Management
- Industries: Movies, Videos, and Sound
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Senior Investigator, Americas Region employer: Motion Picture Association
The Motion Picture Association is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly for the Senior Investigator role in the Americas Region. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the company offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to engage with law enforcement and industry leaders, making it an ideal environment for those passionate about anti-piracy efforts and copyright protection.
Contact Details:
Motion Picture Association Recruitment Team
