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Kalai Devan Perianan

Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Summary

Results-oriented Senior Assistant Director of Customs II with 15 years of comprehensive experience in Royal Malaysian Customs; managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams to achieve successful outcomes. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

20
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Royal Malaysian Customs Department

Senior Assistant Director of Customs II
05.2021 - Current

Job overview

Head of National Targeting Centre (NTC) Unit (Intelligence Division)

  • Coordinate and provide assistance to State Container Control Unit (CCU)
  • NTC carry out analytical functions and develop selectivity and targeting criteria in relation to activities such as vetting commercial transactions; revenue assurance; fraud and other illegal activities; profiling traders and agents; setting risk rules into the Customs Information System; issuing directions to control groups on consignments stopped on the basis of security and safety risk analysis; and cooperating with electronic Customs clearance centres and State Container Control Unit (CCU's), performing various analyses and drafting reports.


Royal Malaysian Customs

Assistant Director of Customs
01.2017 - 05.2021

Job overview

Senior Investigation Officer / Head of Trade Fraud Unit (Enforcement Division)

  • Investigation on high profile and complex cases: Conduct thorough investigations into customs violations, tax evasion, including smuggling, fraud, and other illegal activities related to Anti Money Laundering, Dangerous Drugs, Wildlife Trafficking, Strategic Trade Goods, Anti Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants.This includes planning and directing investigative strategies.
  • Case Management: Managing cases from inception to conclusion, ensuring that investigations are thorough, timely, and compliant with legal standards.
  • Evidence Gathering: Collecting and analyzing evidence, conducting interviews, and preparing detailed reports for potential prosecutions.

Royal Malaysian Customs

Assistant Director of Customs
03.2015 - 01.2017

Job overview

Acting Head of Operations (Enforcement Division)

  • Carry out and lead intelligence operations on smuggling activities to increase enforcement against smuggling and irregularities.
  • Plan and lead operations to eradicate smuggling in an integrated and coordinated manner through land patrols, road blocks and inspection of suspected premises and outlets.
  • Plan and lead raids on smuggling activities as a result of information received, public complaints or intelligence reports.
  • Carry out and lead operations against targets or smuggling black areas to wipe out syndicate through raids, searches, operations and propaganda.


Royal Malaysian Customs Department

Superintendent of Customs
03.2011 - 03.2015

Job overview

Central Intelligence Zone(CIC), Field Intelligence Officer (FIO) (Intelligence Division)

  • Intelligence Gathering: Collecting and analyzing information related to customs operations and potential illegal activities.
  • Coordination: Collaborating with other law enforcement agencies and stakeholders to enhance enforcement efforts and share intelligence.
  • Surveillance and Monitoring: Utilizing surveillance techniques to monitor trade routes, ports, and borders for illicit activities.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Preparing intelligence reports and profiles to be presented to Director of Intelligence..

Royal Malaysian Customs

Superintendent of Customs
11.2009 - 03.2011

Job overview

Assessment Officer (Import, Export & Free Zone Division)

  • Assessment of Duties and Taxes: Evaluate and calculate the correct duties and taxes on imported and exported goods, ensuring compliance with Malaysian customs regulations.
  • Documentation Review: Examine shipping documents, invoices, and other relevant paperwork to verify the accuracy of declarations made by importers and exporters.
  • Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks in trade transactions and flag suspicious activities for further investigation.
  • Advisory Role: Provide guidance to importers and exporters on customs regulations, procedures, and compliance requirements.



CIMB Bank Berhad

Branch Operations Executive
03.2006 - 06.2008

Job overview

Sole Officer in the Branch (Assist Branch Operations Manager)

  • Customer Service: Assisting customers with their banking needs, including account inquiries, transactions, and product information.
  • Sales: Promoting bank products and services, such as loans, credit cards, and investment options, to meet sales targets.
  • Transaction Processing: Oversee staffs that handle cash transactions, deposits, withdrawals, and other financial operations efficiently and accurately.
  • Financial Advice: Providing basic financial advice and guidance to customers based on their needs and financial goals.
  • Risk Management: Identifying potential risks in transactions and ensuring compliance with bank policies and regulations.

HSBC Data Processing Centre (HDPM)

Global Support Executive
10.2004 - 02.2006

Job overview

Easyswitch Department

  • Technical Support: Providing assistance and troubleshooting for various banking applications and systems. This includes diagnosing issues, escalating problems, and ensuring timely resolutions.
  • Customer Interaction: Engaging with internal stakeholders and possibly external clients to address their inquiries and support needs, ensuring a high level of service.
  • Process Improvement: Identifying areas for enhancement in data processing workflows and systems, and collaborating with teams to implement solutions.

Education

University Of Malaya
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Masters Of Criminal Justice (MCJ)
10-2019

University Overview

University of Malaya
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
08-2004

University Overview

Skills

  • Criminal Law
  • Data Analysis
  • Risk Assesment, Selectivity & Targeting
  • Fraud & Criminal Investigation
  • Border Control Management
  • Law Enforcement Intelligence
  • Counter Proliferation
  • Operations & Interdictions
  • Banking & Financial Services

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Member of Financial Action Task Force. Mutual Evaluation Central Bank of Malaysia, 2024
  • RMCD speaker/presenter for courses/workshops pertaining to Risk Management, Intelligence, Counter-Proliferation etc;
  • Member of Strategic Trade Action Committee (STAC) and represent Royal Malaysian Customs Department in Strategic Trade Matter & Counter Proliferation matters (Enforcement). Attended International forums & table top exercise (TTX) twice to Washington DC, Singapore and Sydney. (2021 till to date)
  • ASEAN Airport Interdiction Taskforce (AAITF) focal point from year (2016 - 2019). Have represented Royal Malaysian Customs Department in International meetings and forums at Brunei and Bangkok.
  • Attended World Customs Organization (WCO) risk management workshop at Brussels and Hong Kong. 2015 - 2023.
  • Central Zone and SME for Anti Trafficking in Persons & Smuggling of Migrants (ATIPSOM), 2017 - 2021


Awards & Recognition

● Outstanding Service Award (APC), Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 2020

● Investigation Paper Excellence Award (Runners-Up), Royal Malaysian Customs, 2 December 2019, Cert No 0532/2019

● Certificate of Appreciation for solving high profile cases pertaining to contraband eg. Drugs and cigarettes, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 19 September 2017, Cert No: 2801/17

● Exemplary Officer Award for July to November 2016, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 2017

● Outstanding Service Award (APC), Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 2015, Cert No:1981/16

Certification

● Certified Financial Investigator Programme (CFIP), Central Bank of Malaysia (BNM), 2018

● Certified Integrity Officer Programme (CeIO), Malaysian Anti-Corruption Academy(MACA) 2010


Additional Information

Additional Information

COURSES/MEETINGS/FORUMS ATTENDED

● Intelligence Skills Course (Intermediate), Kelantan, Malaysian Defence Intelligence Organization (MDIO), 23 – 27 June 2024

● Chemical Risk Identification and Mitigation Project (CRIMP),Kuala Lumpur, INTERPOL, 4 – 8 December 2023

● Risk Management (RM) Workshop, Brussels, Belgium, World Customs Organization(WCO), 15 – 17 May 2023

● Regional Strategic Interdiction Workshop / Tabletop Exercise TTX 2022, Singapore, US Department of Homeland Security (HSI), 2022

● Airport Interdiction Training for ASEAN Narcotics Law Enforcement Officers, Bangkok, Thailand, Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB), 25 June – 4 July 2019

● Border Control Management, Royal Malaysia Police College, US Department of State’s Antiterrorism Assistance (DSATA), 31 July – 11 August 2017

● Wildlife Trafficking Investigators Program, Bangkok, Thailand, International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA), 27 February – 10 March 2017

● Training Course on Building Capacity to Investigate and Prosecute Migrant Smugglers, Kuala Lumpur, UNODC, 14 – 18 November 2016

● Counter Proliferation Investigations Training Seminar, Washington DC, US Department of Homeland Security (HSI), 18 March 2016

● Counter Terrorism Workshop, Kuala Lumpur, Australian Border force, 15 – 16 February 2016

● WCO COPES Training Workshop, Hong Kong, World Customs Organization, 22 – 24 September 2015

● Counter-Terrorism Financial Investigation Course, Port Dickson, SEARCCT & FBI, 25 – 28 August 2014

● Enhancing Port Security Against Terrorism Course, SEARCCT, 24 – 26 March 2014

● International Workshop on People Smuggling & Fraudulent Travel Documents, Royal Malaysia Police College, 11 – 15 November 2013

● WCO Workshop on Risk Management / Risk Assessment, Kuala Lumpur, World Customs Organization(WCO), 12 – 14 March 2013

● Illicit Drugs & Precursor Chemicals Technical Workshop, Kuala Lumpur, Australian Customs and Border Protection, 16 – 17 October 2012

● IPR Business Partnership Training Workshop on the Identification of Counterfeit and Pirated Products, Melaka, KPDNKK & IPR, 27 – 28 September 2012

● Basic Intelligence Course, Kelantan, Royal Malaysian Customs Academy. 19 – 23 February 2012

● Anti Trafficking in Persons & Smuggling of Migrants Course, Royal Malaysia Police College, 3 – 6 May 2011

Languages

Tamil
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Malay
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Senior Assistant Director of Customs II
Royal Malaysian Customs Department
05.2021 - Current
Assistant Director of Customs
Royal Malaysian Customs
01.2017 - 05.2021
Assistant Director of Customs
Royal Malaysian Customs
03.2015 - 01.2017
Superintendent of Customs
Royal Malaysian Customs Department
03.2011 - 03.2015
Superintendent of Customs
Royal Malaysian Customs
11.2009 - 03.2011
Branch Operations Executive
CIMB Bank Berhad
03.2006 - 06.2008
Global Support Executive
HSBC Data Processing Centre (HDPM)
10.2004 - 02.2006

● Certified Financial Investigator Programme (CFIP), Central Bank of Malaysia (BNM), 2018

● Certified Integrity Officer Programme (CeIO), Malaysian Anti-Corruption Academy(MACA) 2010


University Of Malaya
Masters Of Criminal Justice (MCJ)
University of Malaya
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Kalai Devan Perianan