AVP, Physical Security Intelligence Analyst

About the Role

The AVP, Physical Security/Fraud Intelligence Analyst conducts in-depth research and analysis to detect, identify, and triage threats and risks to Synchrony. This role produces actionable intelligence supporting cross-functional teams, including Physical Security, Executive Protection, and Fraud Special Investigations, to mitigate threats to Synchrony, its executives, personnel, and corporate assets.

The position monitors, collects, analyzes, and reports on security and fraud threats using detective tools, open-source intelligence, dark web monitoring, proprietary platforms, and internal data sources. The role reports to the VP, Physical Security/Fraud Intelligence Analyst and collaborates closely with Physical Security, Executive Protection, Complaints and Disputes, Communications Social Engineering, Presidential Escalation, and Fraud Special Investigation teams.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and assess data from various sources to detect threats to the company, its executives, personnel, and operations.
• Conduct analytical reviews of data to identify patterns and monitor open-source, social media, and internal data feeds for potential threats or fraud indicators.
• Consume qualitative and quantitative data to produce research, detailed written intelligence products, and oral briefings for cross-functional teams.
• Report actionable threat intelligence for execution by protective and investigative teams.
• Develop and use predictive analytics to counter threats by tracking intelligence and pursuing strategic and tactical mitigation efforts.
• Create threat and risk assessments and communicate their relevance and potential impact through clear written and verbal reports.
• Acquire threat intelligence and technical indicators from external sources; develop tactical intelligence and technical indicators internally.
• Collaborate with Synchrony teams that collect data containing threat information to provide best-in-class intelligence support.
• Coordinate with Executive Protection and Physical Security teams to ensure logistical planning and safety of protectees.
• Deliver expert security and fraud intelligence services and materials to appropriate groups for execution.
• Interface with physical security and fraud investigation teams to guide security, executive protection, and fraud mitigation strategies.
• Enhance security monitoring and incident response by improving tools and processes and providing contextual information to support mission objectives.
• Leverage Synchrony systems for automated threat intelligence sharing.
• Interface with industry peers, government, and law enforcement organizations to acquire and share threat intelligence.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree; OR in lieu of degree, 8+ years of Analyst experience.
• Minimum 5 years of Analyst experience.
• 2+ years of experience in intelligence collection, analysis, financial investigations, law enforcement/intelligence, or financial risk, technology, or operations.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with online fraud, financial crimes, and fraud analysis.
• Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong understanding of tools, techniques, and procedures for intelligence collection via social media, open source, and the dark web.
• Experience using a threat intelligence platform.
• Strong technical background preferred.
• Understanding of Graphic Link Analysis and, if possible, Cypher coding.
• Knowledge of consumer, commercial, and wealth banking investigations with a fundamental understanding of fraud and risk.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $170,000 USD annually and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance. Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based on work experience, skill level, or knowledge. Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro, and Seattle.

Schedule

This role offers flexibility with the option to work from home near one of Synchrony’s Hubs or come into an office. You will be required to commute to your nearest Hub (virtual or physical) for in-person engagement activities such as regular business or team meetings, training, and culture events. Field Sales and some Commercial team roles may have varied location requirements based on partner obligations or preferences.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation, and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process.
• Must satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
• New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service before eligibility to post on other roles; once met, a minimum 6 months’ time in position is required before posting for future non-exempt roles.
• Employees (Level 8 or greater) must have at least 18 months’ time in position before posting.
• All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have manager approval to post.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job opening.