CSI Analyst - Threat Detection

Mercari is your Marketplace. We make it super easy to sell (or buy) almost anything. We all have things we don't use, never used or simply outgrew. But that stuff still has value. Mercari gives you the power to simply sell it, ship it, and earn some cash for it. Fashion to toys. Sporting goods to electronics. All the brands you know and love. Our mission is simple: to make selling easier than buying. And with 50M+ downloads in the U.S. and 350k new listings every day, we're just getting started.

We’re looking for a Threat Detection Analyst that will help us to support the Risk - program by enhancing prevention and detection systems and rules focused on account takeover (ATO), cyber fraud and identity theft risks. This role will be responsible for providing a wide range of analytical support to prevent, detect and mitigate account takeover.

Our ideal candidate will have significant experience and knowledge in risk identification, threat research, and strategy development of the controls and processes for a risk-account takeover program. 

What you’ll do: 

• Build and optimize a threat detection and defense portfolio  focused on preventing identity theft and account takeover. 
• Analyze large data sets to identify, implement, and manage Account takeover and cyber fraud  risk rules
• Partner closely with Risk & Trust teams to build and execute an industry-leading ATO and cyber fraud defense strategy 
• Collaborate with Engineering, Data Science and Product team to implement ATO/Cyber Risk application security protocols  and work on short to medium term roadmaps 
• Act as subject matter expert in regards to ATO & Cyber fraud for internal stakeholders
• Work with Operation teams to train analysts on emerging  behaviors and tactics 

What you’ll need: 

• 5+ years Risk experience focused on ATO.  eComm, marketplace or financial services space preferred
• 3+ years experience building/managing cyber fraud rules, policies & strategies
• Experience and understanding of cyber threats and security solutions 
• Proficient in SQL with 3+ years of experience querying databases and analyzing large datasets 
• Broad understanding of the marketplace competitive landscape and what industry standard is for mitigating cyber fraud, identity theft & ATO
• Strong ability to define success metrics and develop KPI/KRI. 
• Excellent communication, verbal, and writing skills. 
• Ability to work fluidly in a collaborative, team-based setting within a high-growth technology company.

Why Mercari:

Small enough to make an impact, but established enough to provide the stability you need to be successful, Mercari is the best of both worlds. At Mercari you are encouraged to take risks. And when you do, you can do it confidently, knowing you have a team and a company that supports you.

As we grow, your career opportunities with Mercari grow. As our teams expand, your responsibilities expand. Our teams are supported with access to new tools, technologies, and learning opportunities.  We will never stop growing.

Total Rewards:

• Flexibility: Work remote from anywhere in the US and receive flexible time off 
• Wellbeing: Top-notch insurance plans, best-in-class new parent offerings and access to mind and body wellness apps
• Growth: As we grow, your career opportunities grow, we provide access to new tools, technologies and learning opportunities
• Comprehensive and total rewards: We provide a strong financial foundation and rewards that go beyond the paycheck
• Teamwork: We are each other's biggest fans- we celebrate from virtual coffee breaks to recognition programs

- Additional Information (Colorado only*) Minimum salary of $68,200 + equity + benefits. Information about our benefits can be found here: https://www.mercari.com/careers/ *Note: Disclosure as required by sb19-085 (8-5-20) of the minimum salary compensation for this role when being hired into a location in Colorado.

Mercari is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Mercari prides itself on the diversity of its workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, national origin, race, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by applicable law.