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Emmanuel Fru

Forney,TX

Summary

Seasoned Information Security Analyst with a proven track record at CSG International, adept in Fraud Detection, AML Compliance, and Incident Response. Excelled in mitigating risks and enhancing security measures through cross-functional collaboration and strong communication. Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks and tools like Splunk and Proofpoint. Achieved significant reductions in security incidents, ensuring robust organizational resilience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Information Security Analyst

CSG International
12.2022 - Current
  • Respond to incidents by monitoring SIEM queues for events including IDS/IPS, firewall alerts, malware alerts, and suspicious login activities
  • Perform in-depth root cause analysis of security incidents to assess impact and recommend mitigations
  • Investigate and remediate phishing attacks using tools like Threat Explorer and Proofpoint, ensuring minimal impact on operations
  • Document incident response activities, identify lessons learned, and contribute to improving organizational security posture
  • Participate in daily and ad-hoc conference calls to manage quality assurance and documentation-related tasks.
  • Follow Pre-defined actions to handle High severity issues including escalating to other support groups.
  • Engage with Fraud Policy, Operations, Strategy, and other teams for early detection, prevention, and mitigation of detected fraudulent activities.

Fraud Analyst

Prosperity Bank
11.2019 - 11.2022
  • Conduct detailed analysis of financial transactions to identify fraud patterns and mitigate risks
  • Collaborate with law enforcement agencies, providing evidence to support legal proceedings
  • Prepare and submit Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in compliance with regulatory guidelines
  • Develop and implement fraud prevention measures, including enhancements to monitoring tools and employee training programs
  • Stay updated on emerging fraud schemes and adapt prevention strategies to address evolving threats

AML Analyst

WaFd Bank
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Conduct comprehensive reviews of customer profiles, transactions, and documentation to detect potential money laundering activities
  • Utilize advanced data analytics techniques to identify unusual transactional behaviors and trends
  • Investigate potential money laundering cases, collaborating with law enforcement and legal teams as necessary
  • Prepare and file accurate and timely SARs in line with regulatory requirements
  • Develop and deliver AML policies, procedures, and training programs to strengthen organizational compliance
  • Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk customers and ensure adherence to regulatory standards

Education

M.S. - Cybersecurity & Business Analytics

Texas A&M University
Commerce
01.2022

B.S. - Applied Science

01.2019

Skills

  • Fraud Detection and AML Compliance
  • SAR Writing
  • CDD/EDD
  • Regulatory Knowledge
  • Cybersecurity
  • Incident Response
  • Malware Analysis
  • Network Security
  • Threat Intelligence
  • Splunk
  • Devo
  • IBM QRadar
  • Wireshark
  • Actimize
  • Proofpoint
  • CrowdStrike
  • Carbon Black
  • ThreatGrid
  • SQL
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • CyberChef
  • MX Toolbox
  • VirusTotal
  • Domain Tools
  • Linux
  • Windows
  • MacOS
  • AML/OFAC Regulatory Policies
  • Cybersecurity Frameworks
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Certification

  • CompTIA CySA+
  • CompTIA Security+ (601)
  • Splunk Fundamentals 1 & 2
  • Cisco Networking Basics
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools and Attacks
  • Working towards Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
  • Working towards Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Timeline

Information Security Analyst

CSG International
12.2022 - Current

Fraud Analyst

Prosperity Bank
11.2019 - 11.2022

AML Analyst

WaFd Bank
09.2017 - 10.2019

M.S. - Cybersecurity & Business Analytics

Texas A&M University

B.S. - Applied Science

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