A "fraud red team" is a specialized cybersecurity fraud team that simulates real-world fraud scenarios to identify vulnerabilities and test the effectiveness of fraud prevention measures within an organization.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct adversarial simulation of products and processes to assess the effectiveness of controls and fraud detection and prevention systems
- Identify vulnerabilities to help Citi identify and address potential weaknesses in their fraud prevention strategies
- Provide recommendations for mitigation of vulnerabilities, lead debriefings with cross-functional partners to ensure mitigation of the detected vulnerabilities
- Knowledge of device fingerprinting, browser spoofing, proxy/VPN usage and basic scripting like Shell/Python/Java
- Create and use BOT tools and run velocity and load testing
- Fraud domain knowledge – understanding of fraud and credit risk systems, KYC/AML basics, BRI scams, SIM-Swaps, OTP attack and social engineering tactics
- Ability to read data logs and present quantitative analytics skills
- Conduct safe testing protocols with understanding of legal and ethical elements
- Assist Fraud Incident Response Teams with incident investigations and aid in technical risk assessments
- Coordinate with system development and infrastructure units to identify fraud risks and the appropriate controls for development, day-to-day operations, and emerging technologies
- Perform regular assessments based on changes in the fraud threat landscape
- Monitor vulnerability assessments and ensure that issues are addressed for the applications that they support
- Identify significant fraud threats and vulnerabilities
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- Experience in fraud testing/red team, fraud ops or threat simulation
- Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Proven influencing and relationship management skills
- Proven analytical skills
- Proven writing and communications skills
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
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Job Family Group: Technology------------------------------------------------------
Job Family:Information Security------------------------------------------------------
Time Type:Full time------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location:San Antonio Texas United States------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:$87,280.00 - $130,920.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Anticipated Posting Close Date:Sep 17, 2026------------------------------------------------------
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Skills Required
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- Experience in fraud testing, red team, fraud operations, or threat simulation
- Knowledge of device fingerprinting, browser spoofing, proxy/VPN usage, and basic Shell, Python, or Java scripting
- Experience creating and using bot tools and conducting velocity and load testing
- Fraud domain knowledge, including fraud and credit risk systems, KYC/AML, BRI scams, SIM swaps, OTP attacks, and social engineering
- Ability to read data logs and perform quantitative analysis
- Understanding of safe testing protocols and legal and ethical requirements
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Influencing and relationship management skills
- Analytical skills
- Writing and communications skills
- Bachelor's degree, university degree, or equivalent experience
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