Amber Brennan, Cfe
About Amber Brennan, Cfe
Amber Brennan is a Senior Fraud Analyst at Highmark Inc., where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in fraud analysis and has collaborated with law enforcement on various initiatives, including an opioid education program in western Pennsylvania.
Current Role as Senior Fraud Analyst
Amber Brennan currently serves as a Senior Fraud Analyst at Highmark Inc., a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on identifying and mitigating fraudulent activities within the organization. Her responsibilities include performing detailed analyses on high-risk prescribers, pharmacies, and counties, adhering to the guidelines set by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Previous Experience at Highmark Inc.
Amber Brennan has a history of working at Highmark Inc. She began her tenure as an Operations Analyst in 2015, transitioning to an Associate Business Technical Analyst for one year. Following this, she worked as an Associate Fraud Analyst from 2016 to 2017, and then as a Fraud Analyst from 2017 to 2019. Her various roles contributed to her expertise in fraud detection and analysis.
Experience at BNY Mellon
Before joining Highmark Inc., Amber Brennan worked at BNY Mellon for a total of three years. She held the position of Operations Analyst from 2008 to 2009, followed by an Account Analyst role from 2009 to 2012. In her final position at BNY Mellon, she served as a Senior Analyst from 2012 to 2015, where she developed policy and procedure manuals related to company audit policy.
Education and Academic Background
Amber Brennan completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication and Media Studies at Indiana University of Pennsylvania from 2004 to 2008. She also graduated from South Fayette Township High School. Her educational background laid the foundation for her analytical skills and communication abilities in her professional career.
Community Involvement and Initiatives
Amber Brennan has contributed to community initiatives, notably assisting in the development and implementation of a nationally recognized opioid education initiative. This program was presented within school districts in western Pennsylvania, highlighting her commitment to addressing public health issues. Additionally, she has collaborated with law enforcement and regulatory agencies on prescriber and pharmacy referrals.