The advent of high technology to aid and abet criminal behavior is a growing and lasting trend. At present, private protection forces are currently used more frequently for the investigation of high-tech white-collar and computer crime than are public police. While many firms have vigorously guarded the extent of such crime, increasing pressure is being brought on firms to report such crimes. Given the head start in high-tech crime currently held by the private sector, three scenarios are possible: police referral of crimes to a private agency, the contracting of investigative services with experts and private technicians under agency control, or establishment of a civilian-staffed high-tech crime unit. Of these options, contract services seem most likely. An implementation and transition plan for this scenario is provided that explores private-public partnerships and job dimensions and includes a proactive approach to high-tech crime investigation. 7 references.