Security and Fraud Specialist

Del Norte Credit Union

Security and Fraud Specialist protecting credit union's members and assets through security programs and fraud detection. Implementing policies and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeSanta Fe • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security operations and fraud prevention within financial institutions, with a strong focus on compliance, risk assessment, and incident investigation. Proficient in managing security systems and providing training to enhance organizational awareness of security and fraud-related issues.

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Security OperationsFraud PreventionFinancial Crimes InvestigationRisk AssessmentMicrosoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Security PracticesSecurity SystemsFraud TrendsFraud Detection and ControlAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Motivating OthersInfluencing OthersTraining Others

Tools & Technologies

CCTVAlarm SystemsAccess Control SystemsFraud Detection Systems

Industry Keywords

Credit UnionFinancial InstitutionRegulated EnvironmentElder Financial ExploitationNew Mexico Adult Protective Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implementing and maintaining programs that protect the credit union's members, employees, assets, and information.
Maintaining physical security systems such as CCTV, alarm systems, and access control to facilities while ensuring they function properly.
Managing and updating employee access rights to facilities and approved security systems in accordance with established policies.
Conducting regular site security reviews and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective measures.
Serving as the primary contact with law enforcement regarding physical security incidents and onsite investigations.
Monitoring fraud detection systems to identify suspicious or high-risk activity often related to account fraud.
Investigating suspected or confirmed fraud cases, documenting findings, and coordinating recovery or prosecution efforts.
Communicating with members, merchants, and external partners to gather information relevant to fraud investigations.
Investigating allegations of elder financial exploitation and submitting reports to New Mexico Adult Protective Services when required.
Preparing reports summarizing fraud incidents, losses, recoveries, and emerging trends.
Providing security and fraud related training, resources, and guidance to staff to support organizational awareness.
Ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements; supporting audits and examinations related to security and fraud controls.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of three to five years of experience in security operations, fraud prevention, financial crimes investigation, or a related field within a financial institution or comparable regulated environment.
An associate degree in criminal justice, security management, Business Administration, or a comparable experience gained on the job.
Work involves extensive personal contact with others and is of a personal or sensitive nature.
Motivating, influencing, and/or training others is key at this level.
Security Practices (Intermediate)
Security Systems (Intermediate)
Fraud Trends (Intermediate)
Fraud Detection and Control (Intermediate)
Attention to Detail (Intermediate)
Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance. Available the first of the month following date of hire.
401(k) - Traditional or Roth
Spanish Speaking Incentive
Paid Time Off
Eleven paid holidays/year
Employer-Paid Benefits: Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Short-Term & Long-Term disability
Wellness Reimbursement Plan, Educational Reimbursement Program and Development Programs.