Fraud Subject Matter Expert

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an experienced professional to lead fraud risk management initiatives in a fast-paced environment. You will assess current-state processes, gather requirements, and drive mitigation strategies through implementation while coordinating across stakeholders and keeping actions on track.

The role requires U.S. citizenship, the ability to obtain public trust, and 5–7 years of fraud experience. Excellent communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain public trust.
• Five to seven years of fraud operations and risk management experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to produce polished deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support fraud risk management, prevention, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Take identified risks and drive assessment through implementation and completion.
• Conduct current-state assessments, gather requirements, and identify process improvements.
• Coordinate across stakeholders, manage dependencies, and track actions with minimal oversight.
• Develop mitigation strategies for identified fraud risks and communicate outcomes.

Skills

Fraud risk management

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Family:Management ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:Lead and support fraud risk management, prevention, and operational improvement initiatives.Take identified risks, gaps, or recommendations from assessment through implementation and completion.Conduct current-state assessments, gather requirements, and identify practical process and control improvements.Coordinate across stakeholders, manage dependencies, track actions, and drive work forward with minimal oversight.Identify fraud risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.Research emerging fraud trends, threats, and industry practices to inform recommendations.Develop high-quality deliverables, including SOPs, governance frameworks, requirements, process documentation, executive briefings, presentations, and reporting.Translate complex fraud topics into clear, actionable guidance for technical, operational, and executive audiences.What You Will Need:Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD \"PUBLIC TRUST\".Must be a US Citizen due to nature of client engagements.Bachelor's Degree.Five (5) to Seven (7) years of experience.Strong knowledge of fraud operations, fraud prevention, investigations, and fraud risk management.Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and working with diverse stakeholders.Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to independently drive work to completion.Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to identify risks, dependencies, and solutions.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience producing polished deliverables.Ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments, create structure, and operate with minimal oversight.What Would Be Nice To Have:Experience with governance, risk management, compliance, or internal controls.Experience supporting fraud program assessments, maturity initiatives, or process transformation.Familiarity with federal fraud risk management or internal control frameworks.Familiarity with NIST guidance or similar risk and control frameworks.Experience supporting complex fraud programs involving multiple operational and technical workstreams.The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. 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