Naira Maxa
Houston,Texas
Summary
Results-driven Compliance and Intelligence Analyst with 8+ years of experience in AML/KYC monitoring, sanctions screening, OSINT investigations, risk assessment, fraud detection, and process optimization. Expertise in high-value transaction reviews, regulatory compliance (OFAC, EU, UN, FATF), and threat intelligence at global fintech (Wise) and tech platforms (Google). Delivered timely intelligence reporting, enhanced due diligence workflows, and achieved 100% sanctions detection accuracy in high-risk monitoring. Multilingual professional fluent in Russian, German, Armenian, and Greek, with proven collaboration in international, high-stakes environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High-Volume Compliance Analyst (Large Value Transfers)
Wise Fintech
Austin, TX
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Monitored and reviewed 500+ high-value international money transfers monthly, ensuring 100% compliance with AML, KYC, CDD/EDD, and global sanctions regulations (OFAC, EU, UN watch lists).
- Investigated flagged transactions with comprehensive risk assessments, achieving 100% accuracy in detecting blacklisted accounts, sanctioned-country relationships, and high-risk ties; prepared detailed investigative reports for escalation and regulatory submission.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (compliance, legal, product) to strengthen due diligence procedures and streamline escalation workflows, reducing false positives by ~35% and improving high-risk client handling efficiency.
- Supported internal audits, regulatory examinations, and policy enhancements through accurate documentation and data-driven process recommendations.
Intelligence Analyst, Trust & Safety Team
Google (via Vaco)
Austin, TX
10.2021 - 02.2025
- Monitored global events, vendor feeds, and OSINT sources to identify physical security threats, geopolitical risks, and platform misuse; delivered real-time alerts and intelligence briefings to Trust & Safety leadership.
- Conducted in-depth investigations into fraud, data breaches, account compromises, and sanctions violations using qualitative/quantitative analysis, resulting in timely risk mitigation and reduced exposure.
- Produced actionable intelligence reports to inform risk assessments, threat mitigation strategies, and rapid incident response decisions.
- Produced precise intelligence briefs and stakeholder reports, driving a 60% reduction in cross-product abuse at Google.
Compliance Case Manager, YouTube Trust & Safety Team
Google (via Accenture)
Austin, TX
12.2017 - 10.2021
- Managed high-priority sanctions and compliance cases, screening monetization accounts, creator profiles, and customer data against global watch lists to ensure full regulatory adherence.
- Performed thorough investigations, risk assessments, and escalations to internal teams and regulators with comprehensive findings and documentation.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented process improvements that enhanced data integrity, reduced case backlog by ~30%, and strengthened overall compliance effectiveness.
- Partnered with international stakeholders to enhance threat intelligence sharing and cross-functional response protocols.
- Utilized advanced OSINT tools (Dataminr, Maltego, Flashpoint) to validate data accuracy and deepen investigative outcomes.
- Optimized incident alerting and analytical reporting processes through internal database analysis, boosting team efficiency by ~40% and reducing resolution times.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics
University of Grigor Narekatsi
Skills
- Technical & Analytical: SQL, Advanced Excel, Google Analytics, HTML, Data Visualization
- Intelligence & Compliance Tools: Dataminr, Maltego, Flashpoint, Sanctions Screening Platforms, Transaction Monitoring Systems
- Core Competencies: AML/KYC/CDD/EDD, Sanctions Compliance (OFAC/EU/UN), Risk Assessment, Fraud Detection, OSINT Investigations, Regulatory Reporting, Process Optimization, Watchlist Screening
- Languages: Russian (Fluent), German (Fluent), Armenian (Fluent), Greek (Fluent), Ukrainian (Proficient)
- Performance evaluation
- Project management
- Legal research
Certification
- Google Data Analytics Certificate
- Google Project Management Certificate
Timeline
High-Volume Compliance Analyst (Large Value Transfers)
Wise Fintech
02.2025 - 11.2025
Intelligence Analyst, Trust & Safety Team
Google (via Vaco)
10.2021 - 02.2025
Compliance Case Manager, YouTube Trust & Safety Team
Google (via Accenture)
12.2017 - 10.2021
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics
University of Grigor Narekatsi