Staff IT Analyst III – AML and Fraud

Western Alliance Bank

Staff IT Analyst III at Western Alliance Bank overseeing AML and Fraud solutions. Leading process reviews, supporting critical financial compliance initiatives, and driving innovative solutions.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

lead the review of current processes and metrics that support operational effectiveness
identify constraints or opportunities that inhibit, or can accelerate, the business and technology strategy
develop options or approaches to improve business outcomes
lead work to develop and review artifacts
identify alternative processes and practice options with associated impact on KRIs/KPIs or Operational Metrics
facilitate discussions with IT, Product, and Business subject matter experts to better understand the problem statement and/or opportunity
validate the right problem or opportunity is being assessed
identify, socialize, and obtain approval for KRIs, KPIs, and Operational Metrics
support critical Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) initiatives
drive the delivery of innovative AML and Fraud solutions
perform cross-functional impact analysis and proactively manage risks and dependencies
advance data profiling, data quality, and data mapping practices aligned to enterprise data strategy
lead large complex projects ensuring business outcomes are achieved
develop list of critical documentation and artifacts to meet project objectives
complete the development of high-quality deliverables through effectively communicating learnings, findings, impacts, and next steps with subject matter experts

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of related experience
Bachelor's degree in related field required
2+ years working with AML/Fraud platforms (strongly preferred: NICE Actimize)
Solid understanding of FCC domains (transaction monitoring, case management)
Strong SQL/database skills and experience with Microsoft Azure
Intermediate knowledge of general Financial Services or Banking is preferred
Intermediate knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards, and practices
Advanced in process and data analysis within a specific domain or functional area utilizing demonstrated critical thinking skills
Advanced working in Microsoft Office & relevant Diagramming Software (e.g. Lucid, Visio, etc.), as well as technical aptitude & experience within a specific domain
Advanced speaking and writing communication skills
Occasional travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive salaries
an ownership stake in the company
medical and dental insurance
time off
a great 401k matching program
tuition assistance program
an employee volunteer program
a wellness program

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Hard Skills & Tools

Financial Crime Compliance (FCC)Anti-Money Laundering (AML)Fraud SolutionsSQLData AnalysisProcess ImprovementOperational MetricsKRI/KPI DevelopmentDocumentation DevelopmentData Mapping

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingCommunication SkillsFacilitation SkillsCollaboration