Paul A. Dickey
About Paul A. Dickey
Paul A. Dickey is a Senior Risk Management and Fraud Data Analyst with expertise in SQL data mining and analysis, currently working at Patelco Credit Union since 2017. He has a background in internal auditing and has held positions at Golden 1 Credit Union and E*TRADE FINANCIAL Corporation, with a strong educational foundation in Business Administration and Information Systems.
Work at Patelco Credit Union
Paul A. Dickey has been employed at Patelco Credit Union as a Senior Risk Management / Fraud Data Analyst since 2017. In this role, he specializes in SQL data mining and analysis to identify emerging risks and fraud trends. He has developed mitigation strategies aimed at reducing or eliminating fraud losses. His responsibilities include creating monthly analytical reports on system performance, financial analysis, and fraud trending. He also ensures compliance with federal and state laws, including the CARD Act and Regulation E.
Previous Experience in Risk Management and Auditing
Prior to his current position, Dickey worked at Golden 1 Credit Union as a Senior Internal Auditor from 2011 to 2015. He also held a role at E*TRADE FINANCIAL Corporation as a Supervisor in Clearing Operations from 1999 to 2002 and later as a Senior Internal Auditor from 2003 to 2006. His experience includes conducting internal audit evaluations in various international locations, such as Hong Kong, Tokyo, London, Stockholm, Copenhagen, and Berlin.
Education and Expertise
Dickey earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Entrepreneurship, along with a minor in Marketing, from California State University-Sacramento, where he studied from 2006 to 2009. He also completed ISACA Certification (CISA) Training in Information Systems Auditing from 2010 to 2011. His educational background supports his expertise in risk management, fraud analysis, and data analytics.
Special Projects and Initiatives
During his career, Dickey has led special projects that involve new technologies aimed at reducing card fraud and enhancing the effectiveness of card programs. He has acted as a liaison between the credit union and external consultants for system changes and upgrades. Additionally, he performed Common Point of Compromise analysis to recommend risk rules for implementation.
Research and Teaching Experience
Dickey served as a Research & Teaching Assistant at California State University, Sacramento from 2007 to 2008. This role provided him with experience in academia, contributing to his analytical skills and understanding of complex systems.