Marcus A. Thompson

Conducted complex internal and external fraud investigations for financial institutions and members, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate policies. Managed high-priority cases through interviews, data analysis, evidence preservation, and regulatory reporting while meeting strict deadlines.

• Conducted 80+ complex fraud investigations involving internal stakeholders and external entities, improving investigative accuracy and defensibility of case outcomes by 50%.
• Analyzed financial records, transaction data, and account activity to identify suspicious patterns, uncovering organized and individual fraud schemes that resulted in confirmed losses exceeding $1.5M.
• Maintained awareness of emerging fraud trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices to proactively adapt investigative strategies and controls.

6+ years of experience leading and executing investigations in a highly regulated government environment, developing investigative plans and conducting cases in accordance with established laws, policies, and professional standards.

• Independently managed complex investigations involving criminal misconduct and policy violations, coordinating with military and civilian law enforcement to ensure compliant case resolution. Successfully led and resolved 70 high-risk investigations with a 100% substantiation rate by applying advanced evidence collection, forensic interviewing, and analytical techniques. Produced comprehensive investigative reports supporting administrative and legal disposition decisions.
• Provided sworn testimony in complex criminal cases, demonstrating the ability to present investigative findings in a clear, factual, and defensible manner.
• Partnered effectively with law enforcement, legal authorities, and leadership to support high-visibility cases and risk-informed decision-making.