Senior IT Fraud Analyst

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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Grade: Technical 409

Pay Range: $130900.00 - $196300.00

Job Description

The Senior IT Security Analyst uses their knowledge of current security methods and standards to gather operational information and assess and analyst tools systems and processes in defense of applications systems and networks and collaborate with Infrastructure and business teams. The Senior IT Security Analyst is a lead support role for the IT Security team. They will provide mentorship administrative service and support for monitoring systems security breaches providing investigative analysis and supporting incident response plans security awareness risk assessments document review vendor risk vulnerability management and threat hunting. They will also engage in the support of other security focused tools and services and other duties as addition they may be asked to assist with risk assessments forensics analysis data collection user training and other security related tasks.

Are you energized by solving complex problems uncovering patterns and turning insights into stronger protections As a Senior IT Fraud Analyst you will have the opportunity to help shape and mature an enterprise fraud program while protecting students systems and the organization from evolving fraud risks.

You will combine fraud expertise investigative skills security analytics and technical knowledge to identify suspicious activity strengthen detection capabilities and build strategies that reduce fraud. This role is ideal for someone who has worked within a mature fraud or security environment and is excited about helping build new capabilities within an innovative nonprofit organization.

• Conduct complex fraud and security investigations using multiple signals and data sources to identify suspicious activity patterns and emerging risks.
• Develop and help drive fraud detection and prevention strategies across the organization.
• Build tune and improve fraud and security detections alerts correlation rules and related detection content.
• Identify systemic fraud and security risks root causes control gaps and opportunities for preventative improvements.
• Help stand up and mature fraud intelligence detection risk-scoring and supporting technology capabilities.
• Partner across technical and business teams to share fraud signals recommend safeguards prioritize risks and gain alignment on fraud-prevention initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to others while helping establish scalable fraud investigation and detection practices.

• Bachelors Degree in Fraud Management Cybersecurity Information Security Computer Science Information Systems Data Analytics Finance Accounting Criminal Justice Business Administration Risk Management or a related field.
• 5 years of Fraud and Information Security experience.
• Experience with fraud and security industry standards and best practices specifically with interpretation and implementation of those standards in a corporate environment.
• Relevant fraud security certifications (CISSP GIAC ISACA CCSP CFE CFCS etc.).
• Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements.
• Generally equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager.

• 10 years of Fraud or Information Security experience.
• Experience recommending additional fraud or security requirements and safeguards.
• Experience in an established fraud program particularly within financial services banking or education.

Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager.

At WGU our mission drives everything we do including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations and collaboration.

We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission.

• Introductory call with a TA Partner
• Technical Team interview
• Hiring leader interview

This role is based in Salt Lake City UT or Raleigh NC.

While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

This position requires occasional travel of up to 20% including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences visits to company locations and other business-related events as needed. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements.

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Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical dental vision telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual 11 paid holidays and other paid leaves including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.