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WGU is hiring a Senior IT Fraud Analyst to help shape and mature the university's enterprise fraud program while protecting students, systems, and the organization from evolving fraud risks. The analyst combines fraud expertise, investigative skills, security analytics, and technical knowledge to identify suspicious activity and strengthen detection capabilities. The role also partners across technical and business teams to share fraud signals, recommend safeguards, and prioritize fraud-prevention initiatives.

Highlights

Investigate complex fraud and security cases using multiple signals and data sources to identify suspicious activity and emerging risks.
Develop and drive fraud detection and prevention strategies across the organization.
Build and tune fraud and security detections, alerts, and correlation rules.
Identify systemic fraud and security risks, root causes, and control gaps.
Help stand up and mature fraud intelligence, detection, and risk-scoring capabilities.
Partner across technical and business teams to align on fraud-prevention priorities.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship on fraud investigation and detection practices.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field (cybersecurity, finance, criminal justice, etc.) plus 5 years of fraud and information-security experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Fraud-security certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, ISACA, CCSP, CFE, or CFCS are relevant qualifications.
Full-time role eligible for bonuses and benefits including medical/dental/vision, HSA/FSA, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, discounted tuition, and flexible PTO.

Senior IT Fraud Analyst Full Description

If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

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:

Job Description

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.

What You'll Do

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.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's 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.

Bonus Points

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.

Experience in Lieu of 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.

What to Expect

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

Work Location

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

Visa Sponsorship

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

Travel Requirement

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

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

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

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

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