A milestone in digital security, recognized private investigator – June 11, 2025
🌴🚗 Time to grow that moustache and get the red Ferrari out of the garage—Magnum PI vibes! Because I have just passed the official SVPB exam for private investigator. And although I may not yet be on a Hawaiian beach in a floral shirt, this diploma is an important milestone that goes far beyond a playful wink.
In this blog post, I explain:
- What the SVPB certificate as a private investigator entails
- Why this aligns so well with Yepyr’s services regarding cybersecurity, cloud & IT management, and now also official investigations, particularly concerning crypto-related matters.
- How the diploma helps to support organizations even better with digital investigations and integrity issues.
- Demonstrating through practical examples from the field that a good private investigator is essential for a secure digital society.
What is the SVPB Private Investigator Certificate?
The SVPB (Foundation for Professional Competence in Private Security Organizations) is the leading authority that assesses professional competence for security professions in the Netherlands, including that of a private investigator. If you wish to perform corporate investigation activities, you must successfully pass this exam.
The diploma demonstrates that you possess:
- Knowledge of laws and regulations (Wpbr, GDPR, criminal law frameworks)
- Investigation methods such as observation, interviewing, and file research
- Proficiency in reporting and evidence that holds up legally
- Ethical conduct: privacy, proportionality, and integrity
With this certificate, I demonstrate that I have not only successfully completed the appropriate training to conduct professional, thorough, and ethically responsible investigations, but it is also recognized within the framework of the law. An absolute added value for Yepyr.
How this Fits into our Services
Practical Examples: how a Private Investigator Truly Makes a Difference
To make it more concrete, I will share a few anonymous practical examples (fictional or anonymized) that illustrate why a private investigator with an SVPB certificate is indispensable in the digital field:
Case 1: The Disappearing Data
An SME discovered that sensitive customer data had disappeared from their CRM. Our investigation as private investigators revealed that a former employee had systematically created export files just before his departure. Thanks to proper legal documentation, the company was not only able to file a report but also initiate a civil lawsuit.
Case 2: Suspicious Crypto Transactions
An international crypto transaction initially appeared legitimate, but through crypto tracing and the application of legally sound investigation methods, it was revealed that the transactions originated from wallets labeled as high-risk by foreign regulators. Thanks to a well-substantiated report, the client was able to take further steps and limit reputational damage.
Case 3: Shady Cloud Modifications
At a large consultancy firm, cloud configurations were modified without authorization. By combining IP logs, access rights, and internal interviews as private investigators, we discovered that an external vendor had acted without a mandate. The investigation led to a revision of contracts and improved security.
These examples demonstrate that technology, legal knowledge, and ethics go hand in hand.
The Broader Context: Digital Security and Ethics
At YEPYR, it’s not just about technology, but primarily about integrity, ethics, and transparency. A good private investigator knows the boundaries:
âś… Privacy: protection of stakeholders and minimal intrusion
âś… Legality: legally sound evidence that holds up in proceedings
âś… Transparency: clear reports and accountability to clients and regulators
With the SVPB diploma, I prove that I can maintain this balance—and thereby put YEPYR’s core values into practice.
🚗🌴 and that Magnum PI 2.0 Vibe?
Yes, that certainly can’t be missing. Because even though I don’t work on a Hawaiian beach, the qualities that make Magnum PI so iconic—resourcefulness, integrity, and curiosity—are precisely the qualities that characterize a good private investigator.
And that is precisely why it aligns so well with YEPYR’s mission: combining technology, compliance, and forensic investigation with a keen eye for the human factor.
Finally: Growing as an Organization and as a Professional
Obtaining the SVPB certificate as a private investigator is an important step in my professional growth, and in that of YEPYR. It enables us to support our clients even better at the intersection of technology, compliance, and forensic investigation.
Whether it concerns corporate investigations, digital investigations, or crypto tracing—YEPYR stands for quality, integrity, and a keen eye on digital risks.
