Jobs
From: Cortney Grant
Date: 02 Apr 2007
Subject: Denver, CO: Director Decision Science at Western Union
Description
Individual will be responsible for developing transaction fraud
detection strategies for global customers. Responsibilities will
include gathering and analyzing existing data and developing decision
rules that will allow for the optimal balance of maximum approval
rates and minimal losses. Continuous improvement of strategies
through monitoring of patterns and analysis of new data
sources/scores. The person in this role is expected to become an
internal modeling expert and stay up on all of the most innovative
tools and techniques used in the industry. The person will be
expected to participate in cross business forums to gather and share
best practices.
Qualifications
Master's Degree in statistics, computer science, or mathematics at a
minimum. Candidate should have strong statistics background, in-depth
knowledge of data mining theory and practice, including mulivariate
statistical techniques, logistic regression, neural networks, variable
selection and clustering methodologies. Strong analytical skills,
along with SAS/SQL experience and an ability to gather and analyze
data across multiple platforms required. Five years of prior fraud
and credit management experience with a financial services, fraud
management, or e-commerce company. Prefer proven research skills in
the areas of data mining, machine learning, or statistics.
Understanding and/or experience in the following:
- Fraud tools in the on-line space including:
- KYC - Know Your Customer
- Knowledge-Based Authentication
- Public Data Sources
- Source of Truth
- Identity Theft
- Large volume, consumer transaction experience, specifically with CNP (Card/customer not present)
- Computer/internet knowledge
Company Information
Western Union is a global leader in money transfer, with a history
dating back more than 130 years. Today, Western Union continues to
help consumers and businesses transfer money, send payments, and
purchase money orders and prepaid services. Consumers can quickly and
easily transfer money to approximately 300,000 Western Union� Agent
locations in more than 200 countries and territories, enabling friends
and families to stay connected -- across town or across continents.
Western Union is an industry leader with an eye toward providing fast,
reliable and convenient money transfer services. We offer a
challenging and fast-paced work environment, excellent compensation,
and exciting career opportunities.
Contact:
Cortney L. Grant
cortney.grant@westernunion.com
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