Hi, I'm Gabriela Swank
I bring fraud prevention, banking operations, and customer-first precision into a growing cybersecurity practice.
Current focus
Cyber risk, compliance, and fraud analysis
Fraud Prevention Meets Cyber Risk
A portfolio shaped by finance operations, customer trust, and a clear move toward cybersecurity.
Fraud
Prevention
Banking
Operations
Cyber
Security
I'm a fraud-prevention-minded finance professional growing into cybersecurity, with a strong instinct for patterns, risk, and people.
My background in banking operations taught me how to stay calm in high-pressure moments, protect customer trust, and follow the details that matter.
- Detail-oriented under pressure
- Customer-first risk awareness
- Compliance-minded operations
- Curious cybersecurity learner
Risk & Security Strengths
The throughline is practical risk judgment: fraud prevention, banking operations, compliance discipline, and growing cybersecurity foundations.
Fraud & Risk Detection
Spotting suspicious activity, escalating risk, and protecting customer trust.
- Transaction Monitoring
- Fraud Pattern Recognition
- High-Risk Escalations
- Questionable Activity Reports
Banking Operations
Hands-on operational experience with sensitive financial workflows.
- ACH & Wire Transfers
- Deposit Operations
- Document Verification
- Account Application Review
Compliance Mindset
Careful review habits shaped by procedure, documentation, and regulation.
- AML/BSA Compliance
- Due Diligence
- Regulatory Procedures
- Audit-Ready Accuracy
Cybersecurity Foundations
Technical building blocks for moving from financial risk into cyber risk.
- Wireshark
- Cisco Packet Tracer
- Linux CLI
- System Security Basics
Pattern Recognition
Noticing unusual behavior, edge cases, and signals of risk.
Clear Documentation
Capturing decisions and details so the next action is easier.
Calm Communication
Handling sensitive customer and operational moments with care.
Professional Experience
LPL Financial
Jun 2023 - Present
Senior Operations Specialist
- Supports operational processes with an emphasis on accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborates with teams to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Maintains integrity and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Axos Bank
Sep 2021 - Jun 2023
Senior Deposit Ops Specialist - Loss Prevention (Dec 2022 - Jun 2023)
- Managed real-time transaction queues to prevent fraudulent activity.
- Identified and escalated high-risk accounts and transactions.
- Submitted Questionable Activity Reports and maintained compliance.
Senior Processing Specialist (Sep 2022 - Dec 2022)
- Performed due diligence on small business account applications.
- Ensured compliance with AML/BSA regulations.
- Assisted customers with complex account services and transfers.
Processing Specialist (Sep 2021 - Sep 2022)
- Reviewed new account applications and documentation.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines and risk tolerance policies.
Comerica Bank
Feb 2020 - Sep 2021
Vault CSR
- Processed deposits, withdrawals, and loan payments.
- Balanced and audited ATM/TCR and maintained the cash vault.
- Assisted customers with online banking and recommended financial products.
Beyond Work
The things I enjoy outside of work still shape how I show up: curious, observant, balanced, and detail-aware.
Active Reset
Running, fitness, and wellness help me reset, stay consistent, and keep a clear head.
Curious Input
Reading, travel, and new environments keep me curious about people, systems, and patterns.
Creative Recharge
Music, shopping, and style give me a more creative way to unwind and notice details.
Security Mindset
I like stories and puzzles that reward observation, strategy, and thinking a few steps ahead.
Ready to Connect
Open to conversations around fraud prevention, cyber risk, compliance, and customer-trust focused operations.