Job Summary
Demonstrating the ability to independently conduct investigative work using commonly available tools with specific expertise in various fields. The candidates need to have a proven track record on both investigations as well as executive level writing and reporting in order to visualize their findings succinctly and efficiently.
Responsibilities
Conduct independent research based on direction provided by PgM and the project team to discover modus operandi bad actor archetypes and abuse vectors/TTPs
Provide key insights reports on abuse trends based on
Independent assessment of abuse trends
Specific research methodology prescribed as a part of project plan
Regularly report on progress in OSINT investigations and provide feedback candidly
Identify novel abuse trends through research and analysis
Minimum qualification of graduation from a government recognized university
Minimum tenure of 36+ months working as a fraud/crime investigator or investigative journalist
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Critical thinking ability to conduct independent investigative work
Ability to solve problems using a data driven approach
Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations
Proven ability to work with sensitive information and to follow procedure when operating in a sensitive space
Must have skills
Past experience in investigating financial crimes
Experience in fraud analytics
Proven track record or writing reports consumed at executive level (structured writing and report building)
Good to have skills
Past experience in OSINT tools
Past experience using corporate registries / reviewing public databases to identify individuals / companies behind an activity
Past experience synthesizing open source intelligence research
Certifications Required
Fraud investigation certification is good to have.
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