Information Technology Project Management

ADEKANMI OLUGBENLE, MBA, CISA, PMP

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SENIOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AUDITOR

Navigating IT landscapes with precision and expertise for robust control frameworks

and seamless project execution.

Accomplished Senior Information Technology Auditor with a wealth of experience in IT audit consulting, and a proven track record of ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of organizational IT controls. Comprehensive background in conducting IT general controls (ITGC) and IT application controls (ITAC) testing, and successfully contributing to financial statement audits, internal controls assessments, and SOC reporting. Adept at engagement planning, risk assessments, and budget development, and fostering collaborative efforts within client engagement teams. Excel in identifying industry trends, recognizing financial statement issues, and delivering clear and concise communication to both team members and client management.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Project Management & Delivery

Agile Methodology Integration

IT Governance & Controls

SOX Compliance Leadership

Audit Reporting & Documentation

Security Measures Integration

Risk Identification & Mitigation

Policy & Procedure Development

Continuous Improvement

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborative Leadership

Team Training & Mentoring

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Robert Half/Centene, 07/2023 – 11/2023

IT SENIOR AUDIT CONSULTANT

Project Delivery Leadership: Orchestrated seamless execution of numerous IT projects, guaranteeing on-time delivery, within budget, and with the highest quality, showcasing exceptional project management skills.

Agile Methodology Integration: Applied Agile methodologies and best practices adeptly, tailoring control testing approaches to fast-paced, iterative development environments, ensuring continuous compliance and security throughout project lifecycles.

Test Plans for IT General Controls (ITGC) Assessments: Designed customized test plans for ITGC assessments, addressing control objectives and critical risk areas within organization's technology environment.

Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance Focus: Led initiatives from initiation to completion, adhering to timelines and quality benchmarks to reinforce integrity, reliability, and precision of IT projects within scope of SOX compliance.

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Project Guidance: Leveraged in-depth knowledge of SDLC to guide project teams through initiation, execution, and closure phases, assuring streamlined progression.

QA and Security Measures: Pioneered integration of comprehensive quality assurance and security measures into every phase of SDLC, including code reviews, static and dynamic analysis, vulnerability assessments, and compliance checks, enhancing product reliability and security.

Deloitte/Wells Fargo, 01/2022 – 06/2023

IT AUDIT CONSULTANT (REMOTE)

Reporting for IT&V Leadership: Developed clear and concise reporting mechanisms for IT&V Leadership, safeguarding effective communication of complex information to key stakeholders.

SDLC Policies and Procedures: Developed and documented policies and procedures outlining execution of each phase of SDLC, establishing structured framework for project execution.

SDLC, ITGC Compliance, and Project Management: Contributed effectively throughout SDLC, ITGC compliance, and project management, leveraging Agile methodologies to achieve optimal results, showcasing versatility and adaptability.

Compliance Requirements and Controls: Pinpointed specific compliance requirements and controls applicable to financial software system, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and company policies.

Risk Identification and Mitigation Planning: Identified project risks and developed mitigation plans, proactively addressing potential challenges to ensure project success.

SDLC Practices and ITGC Adherence: Fostered continuous improvement in SDLC practices and adherence to ITGC requirements, driving efficiency and effectiveness in development processes.

Protiviti, 10/2021 – 12/2021

CONTROLS TESTER & IT AUDIT CONSULTANT (REMOTE)

Project Definition: Defined project requirements, features, and functionalities, securing clear and detailed roadmap for successful project execution.

Audit Reporting: Prepared comprehensive audit reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and potential risks, providing for clear communication of complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.

IT Audits: Participated in all phases of IT audits, including planning, fieldwork, and follow-up, utilizing application framework to confirm thorough assessment.

IT Controls Testing: Conducted testing of ITGCs and IT Application Controls (ITAC) to determine both design adequacy and operational effectiveness, contributing to robust control frameworks.

Integration Testing for Interoperability: Executed integration tests to validate seamless interoperability of control system components within SDLC framework, upholding cohesive and well-integrated IT environment.

SOX 404 Compliance: Met with business process and controls owners to document IT and business processes, contributing to comprehensive understanding and documentation of processes for SOX 404 compliance.

Kuehne & Nagel, 03/2019 – 09/2021

SENIOR IT AUDITOR & CONTROLS TESTER (REMOTE)

Project Definition: Defined project scope, objectives, and constraints, laying foundation for successful project planning and execution.

Financial Statement Audits: Engaged in financial statement audits within audit engagement team, contributing to assurance of financial accuracy and compliance.

Substantive Procedures and Control Testing: Performed substantive procedures and tested controls, delivering thorough assessment of financial and operational controls for accuracy and compliance.

SOX Compliance: Assessed key general computing controls across multiple business units to satisfy SOX requirements, ensuring robust compliance with regulatory standards.

Audit Programs Development: Developed specific audit programs for financial, operational, and compliance audits, enhancing testing efficiency and effectiveness in audit process.

SOX and SOC Audits Expertise: Conducted testing of SOX Audit and Service Organization Control (SOC) SSAE 16/SSAE 18 Review, utilizing COBIT frameworks to ensure adherence to industry standards.

Midas, 12/2016 – 03/2019

CONTROLS TESTER & SENIOR IT AUDITOR (REMOTE)

Discrepancy Resolution: Evaluated physical and digital financial information, identifying and resolving discrepancies, and verifying accuracy and integrity of financial data.

SOX Reporting Package Preparation: Prepared periodic SOX reporting packages for senior management, facilitating transparency and compliance in financial reporting.

IT Audit Testing: Partnered with financial audit team to perform testing of automated and system-related portions of IT-dependent manual controls, affirming comprehensive IT audit process.

Risk Assessments and Vulnerability Mitigation: Conducted risk assessments of ITGC and identified potential vulnerabilities, providing recommendations to mitigate risks and strengthen controls.

IT Security Risk Mitigation Strategies: Assisted clients in developing strategies to mitigate security risks from an IT perspective, contributing to enhanced cybersecurity measures.

Risk-Based IT Audit Plan: Developed and implemented risk-based IT audit plan, aligning audit activities with organizational risk priorities.

Bell Technogix, Inc., 05/2015 – 11/2016

SENIOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITOR & CONTROLS TESTER

ITGC Control Testing Standards: Executed ITGC control testing procedures according to established standards, ensuring consistency and reliability in assessment process.

SOX Compliance: Analyzed SOX compliance in all phases of the audit, contributing significantly to establishment and maintenance of effective internal control over financial reporting.

SOX 404 Testing for ITGC: Conducted SOX 404 testing on all ITGC within audit scope, systematically evaluating strengths, effectiveness, and weaknesses in control environment.

Holistic IT Security Control Audits: Performed information technology audits, analysis, and testing of information technology security controls across all layers of computing environments, assuring comprehensive evaluation from physical and operating systems to network, application layers, and end-user processes.

Business/IT Managerial Control Review: Conducted audits focused on the review of business/IT managerial controls, contributing to overall effectiveness and efficiency of organizational controls.

Audit Engagement Management: Managed and performed all aspects of audit engagement, including supervising, training, scheduling staff coordination, confirming profitability goals were met, and strengthening client relationships.

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration – Honors Graduate, National Open University, VI, Lagos, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science in Accounting – Honors Graduate, University of Benin, Benin, Edo, Nigeria

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Information System Auditor (CISA): 211630085 - Certified

Project Management Professional (PMP): PMP Number 3000384 - Certified

CompTIA A+ CE - Certified

Microsoft Technology Associate: Security Fundamentals - Certified

Microsoft Technology Associate: Window Server Administration Fundamentals - Certified

Institute of Certified Business Consultant: International Financial Accountant – Certified

TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCIES

SAP, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access), Window Server, NetSuite, Salesforce, SQL, Hadoop, Vertica, Tally, Peachtree, Firewall, UNIX, LINUX, Security+, Network Systems, SharePoint

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