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Senior Fraud Strategy Analyst

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Vanguard
Charlotte, NC; Malvern, PAexternalData and AnalyticsPosted 11 days ago (Aug 1, 2026)

Global Risk and Security

(GR&S) at Vanguard enables business strategy, protects client and Vanguard interests (e.g., assets and data), and stewards a strong risk culture. Our teams leverage enterprise-wide insights, deep expertise, and trusted advice so that across Vanguard leaders and crew drive faster, stronger, risk-informed decisions. @@HD@@ Within GR&S, the Enterprise Security and Fraud@@/HD@@ (ES&F) sub-division is responsible for the global protection of Vanguard crew, property, data, and client assets. We are the trusted advisors that protect the pride of Vanguard with state-of-the-art security and fraud capabilities. We are a world-class destination of highly engaged, passionate, and diverse talent expected to continuously learn and develop in an ever-changing security landscape. Our crew are our greatest resource - by joining our team you will build collaborative long-term relationships and enjoy a suite of benefits that includes comprehensive health and wellness care, work-life balance, and an investment in your future at its core. @@HD@@ Job Description@@/HD@@ @@HD@@ Key Responsibilities@@/HD@@ @@HD@@ • Set Fraud Strategy & Coverage: @@/HD@@ Define fraud prevention strategy across real-time payment channels, including risk appetite and control coverage. •

Own Real-Time Decisioning

Design and manage fraud rules, decision logic, and detection strategies within real-time decisioning platforms. •

Lead Platform & Capability Build

Drive enhancements and implementation of fraud rules engines and decisioning platforms in partnership with engineering. •

Optimize Performance Outcomes

Monitor and improve fraud detection, false positives, and client friction through ongoing control tuning and performance management. •

Leverage Data & Models

Use analytics and model insights to identify trends, refine strategies, and improve detection effectiveness. •

Partner Cross-Functionally

Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Risk, and Operations to embed fraud controls into customer journeys and new product launches. •

Ensure Strong Governance

Maintain disciplined control testing, monitoring, and adherence to risk and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

@@HD@@ Required Experience@@/HD@@ • 4+ years in fraud risk, payments risk, or financial crimes • Expertise in: Account takeover, social engineering, and transaction fraud risks within retirement and workplace channels • Proven experience managing

real-time fraud decisioning environments and rules strategies

• Strong experience partnering across

Product, Engineering, Risk, and Operations

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field. Graduate degree preferred.

Technical & Analytical Skills

@@HD@@ • Expertise in fraud rules engines / decisioning platforms@@/HD@@ • Strong analytical capabilities (data analysis, segmentation, performance optimization) • Working knowledge of

fraud models / machine learning concepts and model governance

• Ability to translate data into

actionable fraud strategies and business decisions

• Strong experience with analytical tools such as Python, R, SAS, SQL, and platforms such as Tableau or Power BI.

Leadership & Communication

@@HD@@ • Excellent communication and executive storytelling skills.@@/HD@@ • Highly collaborative with a track record of driving alignment across teams.

Special Factors

@@HD@@ Sponsorship@@/HD@@ @@HD@@Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position. About Vanguard@@/HD@@ At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best. @@HD@@ How We Work@@/HD@@ Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

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