Fraud Specialist (Operations & Risk)

Job Title: Fraud Specialist (Operations & Risk) Job Duration: 9+ Months Contract Job Type: Hybrid - 3 Days - NYC, NY Note: This hybrid role is based in the NYC tri-state area and requires travel to client offices in Connecticut and occasional travel to other East Coast clients and company locations - expenses paid. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Accounting, or a related quantitative discipline; MBA preferred 3–5 years of experience in fraud operations, risk operations, or financial crime investigations Knowledge of fraud typologies, investigation techniques, and prevention controls Experience using fraud detection and case management systems Minimum 5 years of experience in Fraud Risk and/or Credit Risk Strategy and Operations, ideally in consulting or advisory roles Deep understanding of fraud lifecycle processes, including application fraud, transaction fraud, merchant risk, and dispute/chargeback management Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Demonstrated ability to engage senior stakeholders through structured, data-driven storytelling Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments Preferred Qualifications Experience in financial services, fintech, or telecommunications environments Experience with industry-leading fraud technologies such as Feedzai and Featurespace Relevant certifications in credit, fraud, or risk management (e.g., CFE, FRM, PRM) Prior consulting experience in telecommunications or adjacent industries Experience working in first and/or second line of defense risk roles Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR, telecom consumer protection standards) Working knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker