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Fraud Officer

Stamford, CT · On-site

$175K - $225K/yr

Description Job Title: VP, BANK SECREACY ACT (BSA) & FRAUD OFFICER Reports To: SVP, Chief Compliance Officer The BSA Officer is responsible for overseeing the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money ...

Fraud Officer

Stamford, CT · On-site

$175K - $225K/yr

Job Title: VP, BANK SECREACY ACT (BSA) & FRAUD OFFICER Reports To: SVP, Chief Compliance Officer The BSA Officer is responsible for overseeing the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML ...

Experience serving as a BSA Officer, Deputy BSA Officer, or senior financial crimes compliance leader within a highly regulated financial institution. * Experience building and scaling AML ...

Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, the Deputy Chief Compliance Officer is the independent ... Proficiency in BSA/AML/OFAC and consumer regulations required (Reg B,D,E, F,O, P,U,Z,AA,CC,DD, etc ...

BSA (Bank Secrecy Act) / AML (Anti-Money Laundering): Provides oversight of the BSA/AML compliance program while supporting the designated BSA Officer. Monitors overall program effectiveness, reports ...

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How much do chief bsa officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief bsa officer in the United States is $109,537.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Chief BSA Officer?

Chief BSA Officers are senior executives responsible for overseeing a financial institution's compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and related anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. They develop, implement, and manage policies and procedures to detect and prevent money laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crimes. Chief BSA Officers also ensure that staff are properly trained, conduct risk assessments, and report suspicious activities to regulatory authorities. Their role is critical in safeguarding the institution against financial crime and maintaining regulatory compliance.

What are some common challenges a Chief BSA Officer faces when implementing an effective Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance program?

A Chief BSA Officer often encounters challenges such as keeping up with evolving regulatory requirements, ensuring organization-wide awareness and training, and managing large volumes of transaction monitoring alerts. Balancing the need for strong compliance with operational efficiency can be demanding, especially when coordinating with multiple departments like IT, legal, and operations. Additionally, fostering a culture of compliance across the institution and maintaining up-to-date policies and procedures are crucial for minimizing risk and ensuring regulatory expectations are met.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chief BSA Officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chief BSA Officer, you need deep expertise in Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)/Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, risk management, and compliance, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in finance, law, or a related field. Experience with AML software systems, regulatory reporting tools, and often professional certifications like CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) are highly valued. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help drive compliance culture and manage cross-functional teams. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate financial crime risks, and protect the institution’s reputation.

What is the difference between Chief Bsa Officer vs Bsa Analyst?

AspectChief Bsa OfficerBsa Analyst
CredentialsTypically requires AML certifications, banking compliance experienceOften requires basic AML or compliance certifications, relevant degree
Work EnvironmentSenior leadership, strategic planning, policy developmentOperational, data analysis, transaction monitoring
Employer & IndustryFinancial institutions, banks, credit unionsFinancial institutions, banks, fintech companies

The Chief Bsa Officer oversees the entire BSA/AML compliance program, focusing on strategy and policy. In contrast, a Bsa Analyst handles day-to-day monitoring and analysis of transactions. Both roles are essential in financial compliance but differ in scope, responsibilities, and seniority.

More about Chief Bsa Officer jobs
Infographic showing various Chief Bsa Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,537 per year, or $52.7 per hour.

BSA/AML Compliance Analyst - Job # 3778

Symicor Group

Houston, TX • On-site

$75K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Perform and document KYC/CDD information to support alert resolution.

  • Review alerted transactions to identify if activity is consistent with customer profiles and assess risks.

  • Prepare reports and recommendations related to transactional activity and potential suspicious activity.


Job description

BSA/AML Compliance Analyst – To $75K – Houston, TX – Job # 3778
Who We Are:
The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves!
We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you.
The Position:
Our bank client is seeking to fill a BSA/AML Compliance Analyst role in the Houston, TX  area. The position is responsible for performing BSA/AML activity monitoring, analytics, and reporting.

This position offers a competitive salary of up to $75K and a full benefits package. (This is not a remote position)

BSA/AML Compliance Analyst responsibilities include:
  • Handle the more complex, higher-risk customers and alert types.
  • Perform and document sufficient KYC/CDD Information to effectively support alert resolution.
  • Conduct a detailed review of alerted transactions to identify if activity is commensurate with customer relationship based on KYC/CDD information available.
  • Apply technical knowledge to accurately assess the transactional activity by identifying risks, patterns and trends that could be related to money laundering and terrorist financing.
  • Utilize internal systems, databases available, and internet research to gather information needed to support analysis and draw conclusions related to transactional activity.
  • Prepare a write-up that adequately supports conclusions as to “why” the activity is reasonable for the customer or provide recommendations to escalate potential suspicious activity (as needed).
  • Adhere to confidential policies, code of ethics, and follow policies and procedures relative to BSA/AML laws and regulations and best practices.
  • Address feedback received from QC functions and incorporate into future work products.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Chief BSA/AML/OFAC Officer.

Who Are You?
You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for an opportunity where you can pursue your interests and your passion. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but merely the starting point for your future.

You also bring the following skills and experience:
  • CAMS or CRCM certification is preferred.
  • 5+ years of related experience with emphasis on BSA transaction monitoring.
  • Knowledgeable of the laws applicable to money laundering, including the Bank Secrecy Act, the US Patriot Act, OFAC, and Suspicious Activity Reporting.
  • Strong analytical skills are required to organize and analyze multiple, complete data sets as well as strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and “follow through” skills.
  • Strong technical and research skills and Excel skills.
  • Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to understand and draw conclusions from research conducted.
  • Must have an ongoing sense of urgency and a high level of flexibility.
  • Maintains current on BSA/AML/OFAC news and events as well as regulatory updates.
  • PC proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel and knowledge of Database and Internet software.

The next step is yours. Email us your current resume along with the position you are considering to: resumes@symicorgroup.com.