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Fraud Risk Analyst Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Sr. Risk Analyst

Vacaville, CA · On-site

$98.24K - $121.35K/yr

Assesses fraud risk trends and patterns to develop proactive prevention strategies leveraging predictive analytics. * Performs root-cause analysis to identify vulnerabilities in processes or systems.

Sr. Risk Analyst

Vacaville, CA · On-site

$98.24K - $121.35K/yr

Assesses fraud risk trends and patterns to develop proactive prevention strategies leveraging predictive analytics. * Performs root-cause analysis to identify vulnerabilities in processes or systems.

Sr. Risk Analyst

Vacaville, CA · Hybrid

$98.24K - $121.35K/yr

Assesses fraud risk trends and patterns to develop proactive prevention strategies leveraging predictive analytics. * Performs root-cause analysis to identify vulnerabilities in processes or systems.

Make timely decisions to release, restrict, return, or escalate transactions based on fraud risk ... Fraud Analyst * Fraud Operations Specialist * Electronic Fraud Specialist * Deposit Operations ...

Sr Fraud Analyst

San Jose, CA · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

Partner closely with Product, Risk, Operations, and Engineering stakeholders to solve complex ... Fraud/risk analytics * Transaction analytics * Hands-on expertise in SQL is required; Python ...

Head of Fraud & Risk

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$186.10K - $311.75K/yr

Deep understanding of fraud detection systems, risk analytics, and third-party tools. * Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach. * Demonstrated ...

Deep understanding of fraud detection systems, risk analytics, and third-party tools. * Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach. * Demonstrated ...

Risk Analyst II

Calabasas, CA · On-site +1

$30 - $34/hr

... fraud & chargeback tools, analytics, and other value-add services. Maverick's team includes ... Working under the direction of the VP Risk and Underwriting and Risk Manager or other designee, the ...

The Fraud Specialist independently performs fraud analytics, transaction monitoring, and investigative reviews in support of the Banks fraud risk management program. This position applies sound ...

Fraud Specialist

San Jose, CA · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

The Fraud Specialist independently performs fraud analytics, transaction monitoring, and investigative reviews in support of the Bank's fraud risk management program. This position applies sound ...

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How much do fraud risk analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for fraud risk analyst in California is $42.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.06 and $52.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Fraud Risk Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fraud Risk Analyst, you typically need strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a background in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with fraud detection software, data analysis tools like SQL or Python, and sometimes certifications such as CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) are valuable. Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills help analysts effectively investigate suspicious activities and present findings. These skills are crucial for identifying and mitigating fraud risks, protecting organizational assets, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

What are some common challenges faced by Fraud Risk Analysts in a rapidly evolving digital landscape?

Fraud Risk Analysts often face the challenge of keeping up with increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes and rapidly changing technologies. Staying ahead requires continuous learning, adapting to new tools, and proactively identifying emerging risks. Collaboration with IT, data science, and compliance teams is essential to implement effective controls and respond quickly to potential threats. Additionally, balancing thorough investigations with the need for efficient customer experiences can be demanding, making strong analytical and communication skills vital.

What does a Fraud Risk Analyst do?

A Fraud Risk Analyst is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks related to fraudulent activities within an organization. They analyze transactions, monitor patterns, and use various tools and techniques to detect potential fraud. Their work helps protect the company from financial losses and ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations. They may also recommend improvements to internal controls and work closely with other departments to develop anti-fraud strategies.
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Infographic showing various Fraud Risk Analyst job openings in California as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 90% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,899 per year, or $42.7 per hour.
Fraud & Risk Data Analyst Fintech & Data Insights *** Direct End Client ***

Fraud & Risk Data Analyst Fintech & Data Insights *** Direct End Client ***

Projas Technologies, LLC

Mountain View, CA

Other

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

Staff Fraud & Risk Analyst Fintech & Data Insights

As a Fraud & Risk Data Analyst, you ll work at the intersection of analytics, compliance, and product innovation. This role is part of a dynamic Risk Insights and Experimentation team that influences billions of dollars in transactions annually. You ll partner with cross-functional teams to uncover insights, design experiments, and shape strategies that drive secure, scalable growth.

Domain expertise in Security, Risk & Fraud in Fintech space (consumer Lending, Fraud & Risk Policy, Compliance, Marketing, Product, Finance is required)


Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver clear, persuasive insights to senior leadership through data storytelling and executive-ready reports.
  • Build intuitive dashboards and visualizations that guide strategic and operational decisions.
  • Design and interpret A/B tests to optimize product performance and risk strategies.
  • Collaborate with product, compliance, finance, and data science teams to define scalable analytics frameworks.
  • Analyze large-scale transactional and behavioral data to detect trends, anomalies, and fraud patterns.
  • Evaluate compliance effectiveness and recommend improvements to onboarding and remediation flows.
  • Translate ambiguous business questions into structured analytical approaches using SQL, Python, and visualization tools.
  • Investigate root causes of performance gaps and propose timely corrective actions.
  • Maintain clean, reliable data pipelines and address data quality issues proactively.

Qualifications:
  • 6+ years in analytics, data science, or decision strategy roles, ideally in Financial Services or Fintech.
  • Advanced SQL skills and working knowledge of Python for data manipulation and automation.
  • Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Quicksight, Qlik) and dashboard development.
  • Strong understanding of A/B testing principles and experimental design.
  • Proven ability to influence decisions through data-driven recommendations.
  • Excellent communication skills for translating complex data into actionable insights.
  • Bachelor s degree in a quantitative field (Economics, Math, Science) or equivalent experience.

fraud analyst, risk analyst, fintech analytics, SQL, Python, A/B testing, data visualization, Tableau, Quicksight, Qlik, compliance analytics, risk management, dashboard development, data science, financial services, experimentation, policy analytics, fraud detection, risk strategy, KPIs, OKRs, data storytelling