Company Description

At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.

Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.

But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.

It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.

At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do. 

At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work® Certification for the fifth consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce. Verisk’s Statement on Racial Equity and Diversity supports our commitment to these values and affecting positive and lasting change in the communities where we live and work.

Job Description

Verisk is expanding its industry leading fraud detection capabilities into digital media. We are developing a suite of document forensics that will primarily be used by the insurance industry to detect and prevent fraud. The industry is currently undergoing tremendous digital transformation including the use by insurance professionals of digital remote inspection and documentation processes for damaged property. While these digital processes allow insurers to scale and get customers back on their feet quickly following a loss (fire, hurricane, theft, water leak, etc.), they also open new doors for fraudsters to drive up the cost of insurance for everyone and could force insurers to fall back on less efficient pre-digital processes. The document forensics you develop as a key member of our team will ensure the industry can continue to fully embrace digital transformations to quickly pay honest claims quickly and prevent fraud. 

As a Document Forensics Specialist, you will be responsible for developing pdf forensics methods. Many of these methods will rely on the interpretation of pdf internals and code. The ideal candidate for the role has extensive expertise in the ISO specification that defines the pdf file format and will be able to define rules and other methods to identify which pdf files are originals and which may have been manipulated using pdf editors such as Adobe Acrobat.

In this role, you will be supported by a team of software developers, machine learning engineers/Data Scientists, and insurance industry experts. Therefore, statistical knowledge, coding, and insurance industry expertise are not required in this role. However, pdf format expertise, creativity, and excellent analytical and communication skills are a must.

This position is part of Verisk Insurance Solutions – Claims and is based in the United States with offices located in Jersey City, NJ; San Francisco, CA; Lehi, UT; Chicago, IL; Middletown, CT; and Columbia, SC. Remote work may be an option for the right candidate.

About the Day to Day Responsibilities of the Role 

• Research technical materials such as ISO file format specifications, academic publications, and other materials to develop novel pdf forensics methods 

• Define technical requirements for the development of pdf fraud/forgery detection methods 

• Analyze pdf files and claims information from within Verisk’s massive data repositories to identify potential fraud patterns 

• Work closely with the Data Science, Software Development, and Insurance Industry experts on the team – providing pdf format expertise, reviewing the results of fraud detection algorithms developed, and helping to prioritize further development 

• As needed, present on document forensics methods to internal and external audiences 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree 

• Applied work experience with or knowledge of the ISO pdf standard 

• Understanding of how pdf files are constructed and modified 

• Ability to write highly detailed and clear technical requirements for algorithm development 

• Ability to perform simple data analysis and data visualization to identify potential fraud patterns and support recommendations for forensics capabilities to be developed 

• Excellent analytical and communication skills (written and verbal) 

Preferred: 

• Technical expertise in other digital file formats – especially image files such as jpeg, heic, and png 

• Experience working to prevent digital fraud – especially in insurance 

• Ability to write code or use a no code/low code BPM software such as Decisions or Pega to prototype new fraud rules 

• Experience working with machine learning teams or knowledge of basic machine learning concepts 

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Additional Information

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability.

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