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Brian Furlong

@brianfurlong

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Experienced compliance and records professional transitioning into data security.

Ireland

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role combining data handling, compliance, and risk management where I can apply analytics and cybersecurity training, work on sensitive records, and drive process improvements in a collaborative, mission-driven team.

I am an experienced professional with 15+ years across government, financial compliance, technology, and property sectors, skilled at managing sensitive data, leading cross-functional projects, and driving operational improvements. I have a proven record in KYC/AML due diligence, government records management, and client-facing sales roles, with measurable success scaling operations and meeting revenue targets.

Currently pursuing advanced training in data analytics and cybersecurity, I bring strong analytical, research, and stakeholder-management skills, plus hands-on experience with Excel, Salesforce, Google Suite and internal CRM systems. I seek roles where I can apply rigorous data-handling practices and support compliance and security objectives while contributing to process optimisation and risk mitigation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Project Officer

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Department of Foreign Affairs

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Analyzes and inputs sensitive information into a new file management system, oversaw restructuring and barcoding of records for long-term archiving, and managed confidential diplomatic and legal documents to support cross-departmental classified requests.

Records Management Data Entry Document Classification Risk Assessment

Due Diligence Agent

Wise Financial

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)

Assessed and monitored high-risk business clients for KYC/AML compliance, verified business structures and financial information, and collaborated with Financial Crime Compliance teams to resolve complex cases and ensure data accuracy across internal systems.

KYC AML Risk Assessment Data Verification

Property Manager

Key West Hideaways

Jan 2007 - Dec 2022 (15 years 11 months)

Scaled portfolio from 30 to 80+ properties through client service and partnerships, managed renovations and regulatory liaison, and implemented administration systems to improve operations, bookings, and forecasting.

Property Management Project Management Client Relations Forecasting Partnerships Operations

Account Executive

Apple

Jan 2004 - Dec 2006 (2 years 11 months)

Managed SMB and education sales across multiple regions, led full sales cycle and technical consulting, and generated €350,000+ in monthly sales while consistently ranking among top performers.

B2B Sales Account Management Technical Consulting Contract Negotiation Upselling Sales Forecasting

Sales Specialist

IBM

Jan 1999 - Dec 2003 (4 years 11 months)

Provided technical support and sales for IBM products, promoted to Sales Specialist, maintained a $400,000/month client revenue base, and exceeded OTE targets through customer-focused business solutions.

Technical Support Sales Client Management Forecasting Product Knowledge Revenue Growth

Sales Specialist (Part-Time)

Stanford's Travel & Map Shop

Jan 1997 - Dec 1998 (1 year 11 months)

Worked in telephone sales while studying, consistently exceeded weekly targets by ~12% and provided expert advice on travel maps and planning resources.

Customer Service Product Knowledge Communication