AYOTOBI OLAIDE AKALA
Dublin
Summary
- Excellent researcher with in-depth knowledge in security, compliance, auditing, program management, cloud concepts & architecture, privacy matters, risk management practices, quality assessment, research data and data protection.
- Ability to work under intense pressure in complex situations which makes me a good team player among peers. Highly energetic with a strong positive 'can do' attitude.
- Digital marketing skills, creating SEO-Optimized content, monitoring social media accounts, and reviewing performance metrics via analytical tools. Highly fluent in English and Yoruba
- Excellent numeracy skills with ability to analyze and interpret data from various areas depending on data collected whether quantitative or qualitative.
- Excellent organization, interpersonal, presentation, vendor management, project management and time management skills.
- Familiar with public and private cloud native features and network patterns such as VPC, networks, subnets, peering, security groups, gateways as well as AWS global infrastructure.
- Highly knowledgeable with various agile project management tools such as JIRA, SharePoint, Confluence etc…
- Highly knowledgeable and pro-active in handling Microsoft Office including Microsoft word, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Dynamics
- Highly knowledgeable in Cloud Adoption and Well Architected Framework that encompasses Operational excellence, Security, Reliability, Performance efficiency and Cost Optimization.
- A good knowledge of data migrations, data transfers, data warehousing such as Dynamo DB, vulnerability scanning, threat management & incidence response.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Cybersecurity Consultant (Cloud Advisory & Digital Services)
ARUP
12.2022 - Current
- Design and implementation of project plans, with effective delegation of tasks to more junior members in the team and appropriate levels of coaching
- Responsible for leading large scale regulatory compliance projects by strategically planning, delivering and executing different initiatives based on regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with stakeholders on project and issue resolution as well as recommend and update procedures to improve performance
- Follow up on up till date procedures to improve performance and monitor impact initiatives, providing data driven observations and recommendations
- Perform complex risk assessments of current and prospective third-party business and technology providers to assess their control structure and alignment of security standards as well as partner with internal stakeholders to assess any residual risk
- Collaborate with software engineers and other professionals in defining and shaping cloud strategies for both small, medium and large-scale organizations in the public and private sector to deliver solutions
- Create, develop, and maintain in-depth knowledge of cloud related technologies and can articulate best approaches and practices
- Manage and complete DPIAs, working with system owners and IT as necessary for new systems/tools and processes
- Contribute to the enhancement of program management functions by sharing successful practices, frameworks, tools and lesson learned
- Developed comprehensive capacity plan to meet accelerated customer demands driven by a high level of scalability and complexity in this artificial intelligence era
- Support current processes and frameworks for compliance with privacy and data security laws in existing and emerging markets ranging from GDPR, Data Protection laws, HIPAA etc
- Delivering cyber security assessment engagements in line with industry standards e.g ISO27001, GDPR, NIS2 Directives, Cyber Security Act, Cyber Resilience Act
Governance Risk & Compliance Analyst (Security, Audit & Assurance)
RBK CHARTERED ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS ADVISORY
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: (Dublin)
- Analyze operational data, identifying patterns, trends and change with impact on operations
- Collaborate with stakeholders on project and issue resolution as well as recommend and update procedures to improve performance
- Utilizes specialized software to efficiently organize, track metrics, and report on the progress, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle
- Operate autonomously to identify and address organizational changes, driving change within the team and partner organizations as a way of creating detailed plans & road maps, engaging with executives' stakeholders, implementing solutions and monitoring effectiveness
- Create, develop, and maintain in-depth knowledge of cloud related technologies and can articulate best approaches and practices
- Support current processes and frameworks for compliance with privacy and data security laws in existing and emerging markets ranging from GDPR, Data Protection laws, HIPAA etc
- Delivering cyber security risk assessment engagements in line with industry standards e.g ISO27001, NIS2 Directives., NIS CSF, Cybersecurity Act
- Facilitate and deliver GRC system training and risk awareness training as required across organizations to embed a strong risk culture
- (Dublin)
Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst (IT Project Management & Security Operations)
COVALEN SOLUTIONS
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: (Dublin)
- Assisted in proposals and business development work as well as preparing budgets and liaising with various stakeholders, partner/director
- Design and implementation of project plans, with effective delegation of tasks to more junior members in the team and appropriate levels of coaching
- Completed various support and operational roles as well as managed emails, chats and voicemail honing broad transferrable skills
- Rapidly responding to customer queries, while adhering to all internal SOPs eg, bids, proposals, KPI's, BAU etc
- Ensured proper documentation of information in the relevant systems and providing the clients with information and updates
- Facilitate the strategic development and execution of compliance frameworks that addresses both current and emerging regulatory challenges
- Proffer solutions using AWS cloud tools and other public cloud platforms such as GCP and Oracle
- Develop and implement project plans, solutions, technologies, methodologies and frameworks as well as perform lead role in reviewing vendor proposals and making recommendations
- Facilitate and deliver GRC system training and risk awareness training as required across organizations to embed a strong risk culture
- Develop and maintain strong strategic relationships with clients and key industry contacts to generate revenue for existing clients and expand offerings to new clients
- (Dublin)
Senior Risk & Compliance Analyst
ALLIANCE LEGAL
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Collaborate with various cross functional teams and senior management to ensure that all regulatory compliance requirements are followed in line with company's best practices
- Monitor and respond to developments in data protection and information security in relation to new laws, regulations, regulatory guidelines, and important judgments
- Strategically plan and execute initiatives to prepare for regulatory requirements as well as control monitoring activities, investigate deviations and ensure the effectiveness of control in line with legal teams
- Support current processes and frameworks for compliance with privacy and data security laws in existing and emerging markets ranging from GDPR, Data Protection laws, HIPAA etc
- Responsible for giving advice on conduct of business rules, corporate governance & assurance financing, permissions, and data protection
- Responsible for investigating data breaches and privacy matters to ensure proper security in processing data & information relating to data subjects
- Responsibly support the delivery of compliance regulations and risk appetite regime to ensure sound and responsible business practices are largely incorporated into the daily activities of the company
Risk & Compliance Analyst (Risk & Reporting)
TRLP LEGAL
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Manage and perform all facets of audits for existing clients resource planning, audit planning, audit execution, audit team management and deliverables review
- Regularly communicate with and update senior leadership in partnership with legal and compliance teams on project statuses, compliance gaps, strategic decision-making and prioritization
- Support current processes and frameworks for compliance with privacy and data security laws in existing and emerging markets ranging from GDPR, Data Protection laws, HIPAA
- Develop and maintain strong strategic relationships with clients and key industry contacts to generate revenue for existing clients and expand offerings to new clients
- Served as a liaison officer between business partners and stakeholders maintaining the strictest level of compliance in line with company's policies
- Assist in the development and implementation of operational policies to support internal infrastructure growth
- Develop risk mitigation controls and assess solutions to verify adherence and technical expertise
- Oversee regulatory reporting requirements to the relevant authorities
Education
Professional Diploma - Cybersecurity
University College Dublin (UCD) Professional Academy
Dublin10.2022
ISO 27001 Foundation - Information Security Certification
11.2021
MSc - International Business and Law
Griffith College Dublin
Dublin09.2020
Amazon Web Services Certified Cloud Practitioner - Cloud Techniques & tools in a Technology Driven World
09.2021
Python for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence -
Coursera
08.2021
Certified Business Compliance & AML Analyst -
Reed
United Kingdom06.2021
B.L -
Nigerian Law School
Abuja11.2016
LL. B - Law
University of Ibadan
Ibadan12.2014
Senior Secondary School Certificate - WAEC
Westminster College
Lagos06.2009
Skills
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Social Engineering
- Security Auditing
- Security analytics
- NIST Frameworks
- Identity Management
- Privacy regulations
- Threat Intelligence
- Encryption Technologies
- ISO 27001 Compliance
- Business Continuity
- Compliance Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- GDPR Compliance
- Security policy development
- Security training
- Cybersecurity frameworks
- Security risk assessment
- Business continuity planning
- Compliance auditing
- Risk Assessment
- Security assurance
- Information Governance
- Data Security
- Security Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Team building
- Relationship Building
- Analytical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
References
Available on request
Certification
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior Cybersecurity Consultant (Cloud Advisory & Digital Services)
ARUP
12.2022 - Current
Governance Risk & Compliance Analyst (Security, Audit & Assurance)
RBK CHARTERED ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS ADVISORY
01.2022 - 12.2022
Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst (IT Project Management & Security Operations)
COVALEN SOLUTIONS
02.2021 - 01.2022
Senior Risk & Compliance Analyst
ALLIANCE LEGAL
12.2018 - 12.2019
Risk & Compliance Analyst (Risk & Reporting)
TRLP LEGAL
01.2018 - 12.2018
Professional Diploma - Cybersecurity
University College Dublin (UCD) Professional Academy
ISO 27001 Foundation - Information Security Certification
Amazon Web Services Certified Cloud Practitioner - Cloud Techniques & tools in a Technology Driven World
Python for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence -
Coursera
Certified Business Compliance & AML Analyst -
Reed
B.L -
Nigerian Law School
LL. B - Law
University of Ibadan
Senior Secondary School Certificate - WAEC
Westminster College
MSc - International Business and Law
Griffith College Dublin
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