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 information related to threats and risks to Synchrony. This role produces actionable intelligence in support of cross-functional teams, including Physical Security, Executive Protection, and Fraud Special Investigations Teams, to identify and mitigate threats and risks to Synchrony, its executives, personnel, and corporate assets.

The position monitors, collects, analyzes, and reports on a wide range of security and fraud threats using detective tools, open-source intelligence, dark web monitoring, proprietary platforms, and internal data sources. This enables detection, prevention, mitigation, and proactive response to threats. 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.

This role requires a highly analytical mindset, investigative rigor, and the ability to communicate findings that inform proactive security measures and operational decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess prior analytical experience in corporate or government sectors.

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 both qualitative and quantitative data sources to produce research and detailed written intelligence products and oral briefings to support team needs.
• 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 efforts to mitigate threats.
• Create threat and risk assessments and clear written and verbal communications to convey their relevance to the mission and potential impact.
• Acquire threat intelligence and technical indicators from external sources; develop tactical intelligence and technical indicators internally.
• Work with other Synchrony teams that collect data containing threat information and provide best-in-class intelligence support to a wide array of customers.
• Closely coordinate with the Executive Protection and Physical Security teams to ensure proper logistical planning and the safety of protectees.
• Deliver expert security and fraud intelligence services and material to the appropriate groups for execution.
• Interface with other teams in physical security and fraud investigations to guide security, executive protection, and fraud mitigation strategies.
• Enhance security monitoring and incident response by collaborating with team members to improve tools and processes, providing contextual information to support mission objectives.
• Leverage all identified Synchrony systems for automated threat intelligence sharing.
• Interface with industry peers, government, and law enforcement organizations, as appropriate, to acquire and share threat intelligence and other information.
• Perform other duties and/or 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 specifically related to the management of intelligence collection, analysis, financial investigations, working with law enforcement/intelligence, and/or financial risk, technology, or operations.
• Minimum 2 years of previous 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 associated with 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 one of the offices. You will be required to commute to your nearest Hub (either 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.