Compliance Analyst Risk Management
Resume:
PETER JAMES
AML/COMPLIANCE ANALYST CYBERSECURITY
Atlanta, Georgia 678-***-**** ******************@*****.***
SUMMARY
Dedicated compliance analyst with over 4 years of IT risk management experience. Skilled in privilege access management tools and IT risk management frameworks, COBIT. Using exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities resulted in a 20% decrease in IT related risks. Proficient in conducting investigations, analyzing financial transactions, and preparing reports for management and regulatory agencies.
Dedicated and hands-on AML professional with extensive experience in detecting and monitoring fraudulent and suspicious transactions. Expertise in KYC processes
(both new and existing) transaction monitoring, and mitigating financial risks. Skilled in leveraging modern tools and technology for fraud prevention, with a strong focus on risk management, monitor transactions and review suspicious debit/credit cards activities to detect fraud.
EXPERIENCE
2022 -PRESENT
ATLANTA, GA
SENIOR IT COMPLIANCE ANALYST
KGS TECHNOLOGY GROUP
ATLANTA, GA
Operated privileged access management processes, reducing IT related risks by 15%
Acted as a focal point for internal and external audits, achieving a flawless audit for two consecutive years.
Led changes towards regular PAM appliance patching, resulting in improved system security.
Monitoring and enforcing compliance with IT policies and regulations.
Collaborates with various departments to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, develops and updates compliance documentation.
Performing audits, identifying risks, and executing preventive measures to protect the organization’s IT infrastructure
2019 - 2022
ATLANTA, GA
2013-2017
NIGERIA
AML COMPLIANCE ANALYST
KGS TECHNOLOGY GROUP
ATLANTA, GA
Supported the on-boarding of users into PAM tool, ensuring swift and secure on-boarding process.
Contributed to the development of operational PAM processes, improving compliance with company policies.
Addressed business risks and technical challenges to senior stakeholders, advocating for necessary changes.
Analyzed transactional data and customer profiles to detect patterns, trends, and anomalies indicative of illicit activity.
Prepared and filed Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with regulatory authorities in compliance with FinCEN guidelines.
Developed and implemented AML compliance policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Provided training and guidance to staff on AML compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.
Conducted detailed investigations of suspicious transactions and activities to identify potential money laundering or terrorist financing risks.
Sending RFI to financial institutions or relationship manager in order to gather additional information needed to assess, investigate, or escalate a potential suspicious activity.
SENIOR INTERNAL CONTROL ANALYST
UNION BANK, NIGERIA
Identified potential access control gaps, reducing possible security breaches by 25%.
Conduct regular reviews of internal controls to assess their effectiveness and identify any weaknesses.
Ensured the incident tickets are closed within the agreed SLA, increased efficiency by 20%.
Fraud Detention and Investigation
Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
Monitor compliance with internal policies and procedures
Implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions
Identify areas where controls are inadequate and propose corrective actions
Ensure that the organization complies with relevant laws and regulations
Provide training and education to staff on the importance of internal controls and their roles in maintaining them
Prepare reports for management on the status of internal controls and any area of concern.
EDUCATION
1998-2002
LAGOS, NIGERIA
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
UNIBERSITY OF LAGOS
2014-2015
UK
MASTER OF SCIENCE, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (MERIT)
COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION:
CERTIFIED INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGER (CISM)
*ISSUED BY ISACA MAY 2025
*NUMBER: 252818788
The management-focused CISM is the globally accepted standard for individuals who design, build and manage enterprise information security programs.
SKILLS:
INFORMATION RISK COMPLIANCE
IT COVERNANCE
IT RISK MANAGEMENT
IT SECURITY
SECURITY INCIDENT MANAGER
SECURITY PROGRAM MANAGER
CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITOR (CISA)
*ISSUED BY ISACA,MAY 2025.
*NUMBER:252818789
The CISA certification is world-renowned as the standard of achievement for those who audit, control, monitor and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems.
SKILLS:
Information Assets Protection
IS/IT AUDITOR
IT GOVERNANCE
IT MANAGEMENT
IT SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
IT SYSYTEM IMPLEMENTATION
IT SYSTEM MAINTANANCE
IT SYSTEM OPERATIONS
IT SYSTEM SUPPORT
OTHER SKILLS
ACTIVITIES
Risk Analysis and Management
Fraud Detection and Investigation
Audit and Assurance
AML/KYC Regulations
Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong Analytical, Problem-Solving, and Decision-Making Abilities
Excellent Written, Interpersonal, and Communication Skills
Kronos and Time Reporting System
Active Member of ISACA Participated in various networking events in promoting ISACA in Atlanta Georgia chapter.
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