OPT Fraud Specialist Jobs
Fraud Specialist roles involve investigating financial crimes, analyzing suspicious transactions, and protecting organizations from fraud losses. F-1 OPT students with degrees in finance, criminal justice, or data analytics qualify. Your 12-month OPT window is sufficient for most employer onboarding timelines, and STEM OPT extension may apply if your degree qualifies.
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GENERAL FUNCTION:
The Fraud Analyst I is a cross functional position within Fraud Operations. Fraud Analyst Is can support the Fraud Detection, Fraud Communication, and Domestic Collections teams based on staffing and business needs.
Fraud Detection - Responsible for analyzing and decisioning alerts on fraud detection systems to determine what actions need to be taken (e.g., placing holds, opening cases, etc.). Fraud Detection responsibilities includes both verbal and written communication to internal and external customers.
Fraud Communication – Responsible for handling direct communications with bank customers, bank employees, and offshore fraud call service partners. Communications are handled via phone calls (customer, bank employees, offshore partner) and chat (Retail bank employees and offshore partner).
Domestic Collections – Responsible for processing and decisioning fraud check dispute claims. Includes working alerts, dispute cases and inbound call inquiries supporting the customer, retail partner and bank transfers.
Fraud Detection, Fraud Communication, and Domestic Collections functions require attention to detail, multi-tasking, communication, and critical thinking skills. Fraud Analyst Is also assist Fraud Operations leadership in developing policies and procedures to enhance processes and reduce fraud risk.
Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Banks risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review, analyze, and decision fraud detection system alerts in accordance with the Fraud Department’s policies, processes, and procedures.
- Communicate directly with customers and bank personnel to address fraud risk and concerns, educating on fraud topics as needed.
- Open and prep fraud cases.
- Appropriately escalate matters associated with fraud activity that warrant engagement to supervisory staff.
- Provide fraud-related support and work with the first line of defense for the Bank.
- Work with various business units to understand the alerted activity and ensure compliance with laws.
- Meet scheduling and time tracking expectations to support performance tracking.
- Meet performance, quality, and customer service standards.
- Perform other duties as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- One to three years of experience in fraud, banking, investigative work, or a related field preferred.
- Associate's degree or equivalent work experience.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, multi-tasking, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with internal and external customers on fraud related matters.
- Functional understanding of federal and state laws and regulations related to fraud as well as functional understanding of bank fraud industry trends.
- Proactive in identifying potential concerns and following-up to resolve such issues.
- Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
- Ability to make decisions or know when to escalate matters to management.
- Ability to collaborate with others, initiate action, adapt to change, and accept challenging assignments.
- Ability to communicate effectively with management.
- Ability to work independently and complete assigned work in a timely and accurate manner.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Position is on-site.
- Normal office environment with little exposure to dust, noise, temperature, and the like.
- Extended viewing of a LED/LCD computer monitor.
Fraud Analyst I-M-F 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION: Cincinnati, Ohio 45227
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Fraud Specialist
Target financial institutions and fintech companies
Banks, credit unions, and fintech firms hire fraud specialists regularly and have established OPT sponsorship pipelines. These employers are familiar with work authorization timelines and are more likely to file H-1B visa petitions for strong performers.
Highlight your analytical and data skills
Fraud roles increasingly rely on SQL, Python, and machine learning for anomaly detection. Candidates who can demonstrate hands-on experience with transaction data or fraud modeling stand out significantly from applicants with only investigative backgrounds.
Get your CAMS certification or start studying
The Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist credential signals serious commitment to compliance and fraud prevention. Many employers list it as preferred or required, and pursuing it during OPT demonstrates professional investment that supports future H-1B sponsorship conversations.
Understand your STEM OPT eligibility before applying
If your degree is in data science, statistics, or a qualifying STEM field, you may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension. Confirming this early gives employers more confidence when considering you for sponsorship after your initial authorization period.
Frame your OPT status clearly in applications
Disclose your authorization status upfront and specify your end date. Employers in fraud and compliance roles are accustomed to background checks and documentation requirements, so proactive transparency about your OPT timeline removes friction from the hiring process.
Prepare to discuss fraud scenarios in interviews
Fraud Specialist interviews often include case-based questions about identifying suspicious patterns or escalating alerts. Practicing structured responses using real examples from internships or coursework demonstrates investigative judgment, which is exactly what sponsoring employers look for.
Fraud Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Fraud Specialists?
Yes. F-1 students authorized for OPT can work as Fraud Specialists as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. Degrees in finance, accounting, data analytics, criminal justice, and information systems all commonly support Fraud Specialist positions. Confirm the connection between your major and the job description before applying.
Do Fraud Specialist employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Many do, particularly large financial institutions, insurance companies, and fintech firms with dedicated compliance teams. These employers sponsor H-1B petitions for high-performing OPT employees regularly. Smaller firms and regional banks are less consistent. Searching Migrate Mate filters for visa-sponsoring employers helps you focus your applications on companies with a track record of sponsorship.
Does a Fraud Specialist role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as data science, statistics, information systems, or mathematics, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Fraud roles that involve data modeling or quantitative analysis often support this connection. Confirm your CIP code with your Designated School Official.
What degrees support a Fraud Specialist OPT job?
Finance, accounting, economics, data analytics, computer science, criminal justice, and information systems degrees all align well with Fraud Specialist roles. USCIS requires that your OPT employment be directly related to your major area of study, so you should be able to explain how your coursework connects to the investigative or analytical work the role requires.
How much time do I have on OPT to transition to H-1B sponsorship as a Fraud Specialist?
Standard OPT gives you 12 months. If you qualify for STEM OPT, you can extend by 24 months, giving you up to 36 months total. The H-1B lottery runs once per year with a filing window in March, so timing matters. Starting a Fraud Specialist role by April or May of your OPT year gives you the best chance of being included in that cycle.