Cecilia Jones

Strategic risk and compliance professional with 4+ years of experience strengthening governance frameworks within highly regulated financial services environments. Experienced in leading risk assessments, evaluating control effectiveness, executing risk-based monitoring, and supporting regulatory examinations. Recognized for sound judgment, analytical rigor, and the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, business-aligned solutions. Trusted partner to cross-functional stakeholders, driving accountability, remediation efforts, and continuous process improvement. Adaptable leader who thrives in evolving environments and brings structure, clarity, and forward-thinking risk insight to support enterprise growth.

Experienced risk and compliance professional with progressive responsibility across AML compliance, regulatory governance, and operational risk management within highly regulated financial services environments. At USAA, led complex risk-based BSA/AML monitoring and testing activities, evaluated control design and effectiveness, and conducted risk assessments for new and modified business activities. Supported regulatory examinations and audit engagements through structured documentation, reporting, and governance materials.

Partnered cross-functionally with operations, audit, and compliance teams to identify control gaps, assess risk exposure, and drive remediation efforts. Strengthened monitoring methodologies and testing standards to enhance overall compliance framework maturity. Known for analytical rigor, sound judgment, and the ability to translate regulatory requirements into actionable business solutions.

Earlier leadership experience as a Branch Manager included oversight of financial controls, operational risk, insurance processes, and workforce management, reinforcing a strong foundation in accountability, risk mitigation, and team leadership.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Spanish and Marketing from Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, where she also competed as an NCAA Division I student-athlete. Holds a BSA/AML Compliance Certification from the American Bankers Association (2023) and maintains a Property & Casualty Insurance License across all 50 states (2021). Combines academic foundation in communication and business with specialized regulatory and compliance credentials supporting risk and governance expertise.