Brandon Smith

Mount Juliet

Summary

Dynamic Anti-Fraud Specialist with over 3 years of experience in investigating suspicious activities at ByteDance, demonstrating a strong commitment to uncovering insights and ensuring compliance. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with clients and cross-functional teams, fostering a proactive approach to problem-solving. Expertise in project management, analytics, and fraud pattern detection drives successful outcomes and enhances organizational integrity. Dedicated to continuous improvement and leveraging analytical skills to mitigate risks and protect company assets.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Anti-Fraud Operations Specialist

Bytedance(Tiktok)

06.2023 - Current

Investigated fraud patterns through deployment of advanced machine learning algorithms for enhanced detection precision.
Crafted and enforced plans to counteract risks associated with fraudulent activities.
worked alongside cross-functional teams to streamline fraud prevention efforts and enrich user experience.
Conducted thorough investigations of suspicious transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Evaluated emerging trends in fraud tactics to adapt organizational strategies proactively.
Utilized data analytics tools to generate insights that informed decision-making for risk management strategies.
Improved operational efficiency by streamlining fraud investigation processes and procedures.
Played a key role in the development and implementation of new fraud prevention initiatives, resulting in a significant reduction in overall fraud losses.
Evaluated the effectiveness of current fraud prevention tools, recommending improvements based on industry best practices.
Maintained accurate records of all investigated cases, ensuring proper documentation for audit purposes and regulatory compliance.
Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills in identifying root causes of fraud and recommending appropriate solutions to minimize future occurrences.
Successfully managed multiple priorities simultaneously under tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy in case investigations.
Reduced fraud losses by implementing effective detection strategies and monitoring systems.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential fraud risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Formulated detailed training documentation for new hires, improving team knowledge and productivity.
Assessed large data collections to detect patterns of fraud and inconsistencies.

Fraud and Risk Analyst

Regions Bank

06.2019 - 06.2023

Reviewed reports and individual transactions which appeared suspicious to uncover possible fraudulent activity.
Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies.
Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to create and maintain fraud prevention strategies.
Tracked over 1,000+ fraud cases and monitored trends to develop strategies for prevention.
Developed and implemented procedures to detect and prevent fraud.
Coached and trained staff on fraud prevention techniques to increase awareness and reduce risk.
Evaluated customer data to identify and prevent fraudulent activities.
Contacted customers directly to notify of fraudulent activity and minimize impacts.
Collaborated with team members to discuss fraud trends and brainstorm methods to combat this type of crime.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Alabama State University

Montgomery, AL

12.2018

Skills

Proficient in [Lexis Nexis & Fraud Net]
Organizational growth
Decision-making
AML compliance
Anti-fraud systems
Fraud prevention strategies
Investigation techniques
Data analysis proficiency
Analytical mindset
Project management experience
Cybersecurity principles
Team collaboration capacity
Fraud detection expertise
Technical savvy

Communication
Effective communication
Verbal and written communication
Activity monitoring
Data analysis
Fraud prevention
Case management
Fraud detection
Trend analysis
Active listening
Detail-oriented
Critical thinking
Excellent communication
Trained in [SQL]

Personal Information

Title: Fraud Analyst

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