Fraud AI & Data Consultant

The Judge Group; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Fraud AI/Data Consultant to support a fraud detection project for a state government. This role requires US citizenship and Washington DC metro area residency, with a strong focus on scalable AI, data analytics, and governance.

You will design AI solutions, build ML models, and deliver client-ready analyses while mentoring junior staff and presenting findings to leadership. Competitive hourly compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of AI, data science, analytics, or engineering experience.
• 3+ years in a fraud/payment integrity-related role.
• Strong Python/R/SQL development and data modeling skills.
• Experience with data formats (CSV, JSON, XML, Parquet).
• Hands-on ML model development and validation at scale.
• Experience with PowerBI/Tableau/Looker for visualization.
• Ability to convey complex concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable AI and data solutions from requirements to deployment.
• Develop, test, and tune fraud prevention and detection rules across languages.
• Develop and optimize ML models and analytics workflows.
• Lead data analytics efforts to detect fraud and improve program integrity.
• Partner with clients to identify AI use cases and translate needs into solutions.
• Own client deliverables and contribute to executive presentations.
• Mentor junior consultants and review technical work.
• Ensure governance, security, and responsible AI standards.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Data modeling

Machine learning

Data visualization

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

Looker

Job description

The Judge Group is seeking a Fraud AI/Data Consultant to support a fraud detection project for a state government. This role requires US citizenship and Washington DC metro area residency, with a strong focus on scalable AI, data analytics, and governance.

You will design AI solutions, build ML models, and deliver client-ready analyses while mentoring junior staff and presenting findings to leadership. Competitive hourly compensation is offered.