Senior Fraud Specialist (Payments & Risk)

Location: Austin, TX, United States

Company

hirify.global is a financial services and technology company providing prepaid, debit, cross-border payment, and loyalty solutions to consumers and enterprise partners.

What you will do

• Lead investigations into high-complexity, multi-vector fraud cases, including organized crime rings, sophisticated account takeovers, and internal collusion.
• Develop fraud detection concepts, rules, investigative techniques, and protective procedures.
• Lead departmental projects and determine methods for new assignments with minimal guidance.
• Identify gaps in fraud controls and recommend procedures to mitigate emerging threats.
• Facilitate technical support for the offshore fraud group and provide guidance on systems, access, and best practices.
• Coordinate with partners and Customer Service on cross-functional Risk initiatives to prevent losses.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of related experience in fraud investigation, risk management, or law enforcement.
• Extensive experience with fraud monitoring systems and deep-dive data analysis.
• Comprehensive understanding of payment network rules and regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to work independently on complex assignments and communicate fraud findings to senior management and external partners.

Nice to have

• CFE certification or another specialized fraud certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to lead initiatives addressing sophisticated and emerging fraud threats.
• Cross-functional collaboration across Risk, Customer Service, and external partners.
• Technical leadership and facilitation responsibilities for an offshore fraud group.