Job Description - Director - Cyber Crime Investigations (24023847)
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Position Summary:
This position is accountable for contributing to the reduction and control fraud losses within a specific geographic region by directing internal and external investigations into suspected fraud against American Express and its subsidiaries. The position is also responsible for aggressively working with local TRS Management, the law enforcement community and service establishments to develop and implement proactive fraud prevention policies, procedures and programs.
The position also enhances the Company’s ability to manage and address cyber risks and threats through in-depth investigations of cyber and computer related offenses committed by employees and third parties targeting Amex products, services, systems etc. Provides cyber support to all Global Security personnel within the region. Provides consultative services to business units to facilitate business critical decisions.
Principal Accountabilities:
Breadth of Responsibility:
The Director maintains complete responsibility for establishing investigative priorities and determines what cases will be investigated, using confidential resources and evaluating the importance and accuracy of information received. The incumbent is constantly called upon by business units, particularly Authorizations and EAS, to render immediate decisions regarding detainments, arrests and other situations. Working with limited facts and bearing in mind legal implications, the incumbent must make immediate judgment calls. The position is on call 24/7.
The Director is also responsible for the smooth day to day operation of a small field office by directing and controlling all office expenses and performing administrative duties.
Autonomy/Problem Solving & Decision Making :
This position operates with significant autonomy and is responsible for independently identifying and deciding on alternate solutions relative to the identification and investigation of the commission of Internet and computer related crimes and misconduct perpetrated against American Express, its products and services.
Alerts Global Security Department Management on critical information relative to cyber crime threats on a timely basis to assist in the prevention of potential problems and advises on how to control problems.
On a regular basis, incumbent will draw heavily on his/her knowledge and appreciation of the Blue Box policies, procedures, products, services, systems, operations and processes.
Ability to communicate American Express’ and/or Global Security’s position effectively to both internal and external partners or groups and fully support Global Security’s senior management in the development and implementation of initiatives and programs to detect, prevent and control fraud risks.
Excellent leadership and managerial skills to effectively direct and motivate a professional staff in a highly dynamic environment and to interact with Senior Management.
Demonstrated record of success in conducting investigations into significant and/or sophisticated cases of financial fraud. Excellent interviewing skills, highly developed analytical abilities and an in-depth knowledge of the fraud environment within the assigned geographic area. Basic understanding of the fundamentals of finance and related transactions. Must be fully conversant with all products and services offered by American Express, including a working knowledge of proprietary data processing systems, operations, policies and procedures.
Must be highly skilled in the technique of assembling a case for prosecutors including the gathering of evidence, summarizing findings in well documented/well written reports and understanding the Company’s privacy code regarding the release of information.
Strong inter-personal skills to establish credibility and productive relationships with the law enforcement community, service establishments, colleagues and Senior Management at American Express. Good public speaker who is comfortable making presentations to diverse audiences.
Identifying and addressing cyber threats and risks to Amex products, services, and systems and to customer, employee, proprietary, confidential and sensitive data while protecting the integrity of the Brand. Highly developed and advanced computer science expertise, superior computer investigative skills, outstanding thought leadership, relationship and execution skills, and sound judgment.
Ability to develop and recommend sound, innovative methods, techniques and programs to prevent and control fraud.
Minimum Qualifications
We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
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