Chris Paetow serves as an Investigative Research Analyst within the Cyber & Technical Investigations department at Specialized Investigations Consultants (SIC). A United States Marine Corps veteran and former National Security Agency analyst, Chris brings 18 years of experience conducting investigative and analytical operations across government and private sector environments, with a proven record supporting national security objectives at the highest levels of classified intelligence work.

Chris specializes in open-source intelligence (OSINT), counterintelligence analysis, threat and vulnerability assessment, and investigative research. His career spans complex digital investigations, pattern of life analysis, target development, and intelligence reporting for senior decision-makers — skills he now applies directly to corporate and litigation-support investigations. He is recognized for his ability to synthesize open-source, deep web, and dark web data into clear, actionable intelligence that supports high-stakes investigative and legal matters.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree and a Graduate Certificate from Trident University. His professional certifications include the GIAC Open-Source Intelligence Certification (GOSI) from the SANS Institute and the Open-Source Certification (OSC) from the OSMOSIS Institute, underscoring his technical credibility in support of complex investigative and intelligence-driven matters.