Lauren Shaffer
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Investigative Analyst with 12 years' experience in Military Intelligence, Law Enforcement Investigations, and AML Operations. Dedicated and self-motivated professional with a diverse background in Investigations, Financial crimes, Data Analysis, and Operational Support. An unparalleled all source intelligence analyst with a focus on criminal investigations and financial crimes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior AML Analyst
Western Alliance Bank
, AZ
01.2019 - Current
- Suspicious activity report (SAR) creation, as required, in a clear, concise manor for filing with FinCEN
- Transaction monitoring, a high volume of flagged transactions, high risks accounts, geographic areas, elder accounts and escalate any unusual activity in a timely manner in accordance with BSA compliance
- Thorough reviews using internal banking systems (IBS, FIS Image Centre, BAM, Lexis Nexis) as well as external investigative tools
- CTR filing; Daily review of cash transaction activity and the timely completion and filing of CTRs to complete team oriented goals and deadlines across the bank
- Provide support and guidance to bank's operational areas regarding BSA programs AML and OFAC teams
- Adhere to bank policy and regulatory requirements to maintain a strict level of confidentiality.
- Assisted in the design, implementation, and maintenance of an effective anti-money laundering program.
Operations Intelligence Analyst
United States Air Force Reserves
01.2013 - Current
- Prepare, maintain and present various intelligence displays, reports and complex briefings
- Monitored and analyzed geopolitical developments and military activities in key regions, providing early warning and risk assessments.
- Managed classified information in accordance with security protocols, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive data.
- Participated in intelligence support for real-world operations and exercises, demonstrating adaptability and mission readiness.
- Collate intelligence and operational information from Final Mission Studies and usage data
Investigative Analyst I
Solutions Through Innovated Technologies Inc.& Rolling Bay, LLC (Contracted by the Drug Enforcement Administration - DOMEX Section)
11.2016 - 01.2019
- Collect documents on federal search warrants with investigating case agents
- Establish priority intelligence requirements based on agent needs
- Filter, digitize, extract and analyze seized and subpoenaed documentation
- Perform quality check procedures to ensure accuracy
- Identify evidence of money laundering and other criminal activities
- Identify assets, criminal associations, case overlaps and new material of current suspects
- Communication with DEA Leads and investigative agents on analysis progress
- Create intelligence products, using Excel and law enforcement databases
- Prepare discoverable intelligence reports, memorandums and link analysis charts through the use of pivot tables and Power Point presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration-Project Management
American Military University
Remote01-2025
Airman Leadership School -
01.2016
United States Air Force - Intelligence Formal Training Unit -
01.2013
Skills
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
- Intelligence/Investigation Analysis
- Financial Crimes Compliance
- Data Analysis
- Risk Assessment
- Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR)
- Compliance with BSA Regulations
- FinCEN Reporting
- Document Analysis
- Power Point Presentations
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Policy and Procedure Development and Improvement
- Counter Terrorist Financing (CTF)
- MS Office Suite
Veterans Business Resource Group
Proactive and dedicated professional with substantial experience contributing to and co-leading a Veteran's Business Resource Group (BRG) within a corporate environment.
Training
- 01/01/2017, FinCEN
- 12/01/2021, ACAMS Human Traficking Certificate
Timeline
Senior AML Analyst
Western Alliance Bank
01.2019 - Current
Investigative Analyst I
Solutions Through Innovated Technologies Inc.& Rolling Bay, LLC (Contracted by the Drug Enforcement Administration - DOMEX Section)
11.2016 - 01.2019
Operations Intelligence Analyst
United States Air Force Reserves
01.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration-Project Management
American Military University
Airman Leadership School -
United States Air Force - Intelligence Formal Training Unit -
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