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Fraud Specialist roles sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation territory, requiring at minimum a bachelor's degree in finance, criminal justice, or a related analytical field. Employers in banking, insurance, and fintech regularly file H-1B petitions for these positions, making active LCA history a reliable signal of genuine sponsorship intent.
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FRAUD DETECTION SPECIALIST I
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
A Fraud Detection Specialist level I, will review alerts/transactions that are flagged as potentially fraudulent, or out of pattern, based on the client's normal activity. Alerts and/or transactions may consist of various payment types and colleagues in this department are tasked with reviewing and verifying these alerted transactions via outbound and/or inbound call, in addition to initiating dispute claims. This position will play a key role in the prevention of losses to City National Bank and its clients. The Fraud Detection Specialist I, is a position requiring banking operations and/or contact center knowledge, and a general knowledge of fraud identification and prevention.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Demonstrate resiliency and adaptability in a fast-paced contact center environment
- The Fraud Specialist is responsible for reviewing fraud alerts and internal notifications to identify fraudulent or suspicious activity
- Approach problems logically and with good judgment to ensure the appropriate customer outcome
- Demonstrate personal excellence including punctuality, integrity, and accountability
- Comfortable in a metrics driven environment that requires the ability to prioritize and multitask
- Think critically and exercise independent judgement
- Following established policies and procedures, initiates appropriate actions steps to mitigate risk and protect the Bank from financial loss
- Opens cases/claims on all suspicious activity and appropriately investigate, and escalate when needed
- Works to detect various fraud schemes (email compromise, elder abuse, counterfeit checks, ATO, etc.) and characteristics of red flags, performs additional duties as assigned.
- Performs defined mitigation steps to reduce financial loss to our customers and the bank
- Ability to complete assigned duties within daily deadlines, both efficiently, timely, and with minimal supervision to meet KPIs and SLAs
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Minimum 2 year of general office, back office banking or accounting experience required
- Advanced computer experience required (e.g. MS Word, Outlook and Excel)
- Minimum 3 years in banking operations.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in fraud investigations, disputes, and/or fraud exposure.
Additional Qualifications
- Must work well in a team environment, as well as independently
- Must have a strong and positive work ethic and follow CNB core values
- Must be flexible and adapt quickly to change
- Ability to multi-task and meet specific performance goals
- Advanced Knowledge of PC functions in a Windows based environment
- Effective written and oral communication skills to interact effectively with all levels of bank personnel and clients.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Compensation
- Starting base salary: $22.27 - $33.43 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
Benefits and Perks
At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
- Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
- Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
- Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
- Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
- Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
- Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement
Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks.
About us
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies.
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Fraud Specialist
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to fraud investigation or financial analysis. A general business degree alone can trigger an RFE, so obtain a credential evaluation that maps your coursework to the specific SOC code for your target role.
Target employers with verified LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Fraud Specialist openings by employers who have active LCA certifications for this role. That filing record confirms the employer understands prevailing wage obligations and has completed sponsorship before.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your target SOC code and metro area. Your offer must meet or exceed the certified wage, so knowing the floor before you negotiate protects your petition from a DOL compliance issue.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment during due diligence
Many financial institutions and government contractors require E-Verify enrollment to hire H-1B workers. Ask HR to confirm enrollment status before your offer letter stage so a missing enrollment doesn't delay your I-9 processing or create a work authorization gap.
Prepare fraud-specific portfolio evidence early
USCIS adjudicators reviewing Fraud Specialist petitions often request evidence that the role requires theoretical and practical application of a specialized body of knowledge. Document your analytical methods, fraud typologies you've worked with, and any certifications like CFE before your employer files the I-129.
Plan your cap-gap window around investigation cycles
If you're transitioning from OPT to H-1B, your 60-day cap-gap extension only covers you until October 1. Fraud investigation projects often span quarters, so align your employer's filing timeline with USCIS's April registration window to avoid a mid-case work authorization lapse.
H-1B Visa Fraud Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Fraud Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, accounting, criminal justice, or information systems. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not the title, so your employer's I-129 filing needs to demonstrate that theoretical and practical knowledge in a defined discipline is genuinely required to perform the role.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Fraud Specialist positions?
Banks, credit card issuers, insurance carriers, fintech companies, and payment processors file the most LCA certifications for Fraud Specialist roles. Federal contractors and e-commerce platforms with dedicated financial crimes units also sponsor regularly. You can browse employers with verified filing history for this role on Migrate Mate, filtered by location and industry.
Can my employer file an H-1B petition for a Fraud Specialist role while I'm on OPT?
Yes. If your employer submits an H-1B registration during the April lottery window and you're selected, you can continue working under OPT until your status changes on October 1. If your OPT expires before October 1, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization automatically, as long as your petition was filed on time.
What happens if USCIS issues an RFE on my Fraud Specialist H-1B petition?
RFEs on Fraud Specialist petitions typically challenge whether the role meets the specialty occupation standard, especially if the job description is broad or the degree requirement isn't explicit. Your employer's response should include the O*NET occupational profile, internal job documentation tying duties to your degree field, and any relevant industry standards showing a bachelor's degree is the norm for this position.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement work for Fraud Specialist roles?
Your employer must pay you at least the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your specific SOC code, job level, and work location before USCIS will approve the petition. The wage is determined at LCA filing using the OFLC Wage Search, and it's locked in for the petition period. Working remotely in a different metro area can change the applicable wage level, so notify your employer before relocating.