Counter Fraud Technical Specialist

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Posted 2 min ago

Experience

5 - 10 Years

Job Location

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Education

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering

Nationality

Indian

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities


We are looking for a highly skilled Counter Fraud Technical Specialist to lead fraud prevention, detection, and investigation initiatives within the Bank. This role will act as the technical authority on financial crime, leveraging advanced analytics and fraud management systems to safeguard the Bank’s assets and ensure regulatory compliance.

  • Design and optimize fraud detection systems, rule engines, and ML models

  • Monitor and prevent fraud across banking channels (cards, digital, payments)

  • Lead complex and high-value fraud investigations and prepare SAR reports

  • Perform advanced data analysis using SQL/Python to identify fraud patterns

  • Manage fraud platforms (FICO, Actimize, SAS) and drive system enhancements

  • Ensure compliance with SAMA, AML/CFT, and cybersecurity frameworks

  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders (regulators, law enforcement)

Desired Candidate Profile


  • 8–12 years of experience in fraud risk, financial crime, or banking analytics

  • At least 5 years in a senior technical fraud specialist, fraud analytics, or forensic investigations role within the banking sector.

  • Proven hands-on experience deploying, tuning, and managing enterprise fraud management systems (FICO Falcon, Actimize, SAS, or equivalent).

  • Deep expertise in fraud types: card fraud, identity theft, application fraud, ATO, insider fraud, digital banking fraud, and trade finance fraud.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in advanced data analytics using SQL, Python, or R for large-scale financial data investigation.

  • Track record of successfully investigating and resolving high-value, complex fraud cases involving organised crime groups.

  • Experience liaising with regulatory bodies (SAMA preferred), law enforcement, and international fraud intelligence networks.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

  • Attention to detail and investigative mindset

  • Good communication and reporting skills

    Job Location - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

  • IT - Software Services

Department / Functional Area

  • IT Software

Keywords

  • Fraud Management System
  • FICO
  • SAS
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Fraud Analytics
  • Fraud Risk Management

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