Ahmed Maher
About Ahmed Maher
Ahmed Maher is a Senior Fraud Analyst at the National Bank of Egypt, where he has worked since 2013. He specializes in fraud detection and prevention, verifying documents, and managing merchant-related issues.
Work at National Bank of Egypt (NBE)
Ahmed Maher has been employed at the National Bank of Egypt (NBE) since 2013, serving as a Senior Fraud Analyst. In this role, he has been instrumental in the development and design of fraud system screens and parameters. His responsibilities include verifying the authenticity of various documents such as bank statements and certificates of deposit. He also handles merchant complaints related to transaction authorizations and manages the addition or removal of risky bank BINs to prevent fraudulent activities.
Education and Expertise
Ahmed Maher studied at Cairo University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Accounting (English Section) from 2007 to 2011. This educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills to analyze financial documents and assess risks effectively in his role as a Senior Fraud Analyst.
Fraud Detection and Reporting
In his capacity as a Senior Fraud Analyst, Ahmed Maher is responsible for investigating suspected fraudulent transactions. He reports any detected fraudulent applications to the regulatory compliance sector. His work involves close collaboration with merchants and law enforcement, specifically the public fund police, to address and resolve issues related to fraud.
Transaction Monitoring and Analysis
Ahmed Maher actively monitors ATM off-us transactions daily, focusing on credit cards not issued by NBE. He reviews monthly chargeback reports and analyzes chargeback codes to identify trends and potential fraud. Additionally, he prepares Management Information Systems (MIS) reports on a monthly basis, contributing to the bank's overall fraud prevention strategy.
Risk Assessment for Merchant Contracts
As part of his responsibilities, Ahmed Maher reviews new contracts for POS and E-Commerce merchants from a risk perspective. His role is crucial in ensuring that the bank approves contracts that meet security standards, thereby minimizing the risk of fraudulent transactions associated with new merchant partnerships.