EDWARD DAYO AKINADE-OLABODE
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SUMMARY:
Highly skilled IT and Account professional with a banking industry background and extensive experience in IT and Account audit management, Foreign Exchange Audit and Compliance, Money Laundering and counter terrorism financing, cybersecurity, project management, and security architecture. Proficient in multiple audit engagements across IT domains, utilizing industry frameworks and standards such as NIST 800-53, COBIT, CSF, PCI-DSS, ISO, COSO, Basel, IT Risk Governance and Compliance (GRC), AWS and Azure cloud and SOX. My strong track record in the banking industry and expertise in IT audit management, cybersecurity, azure and security architecture, I am well-equipped to tackle complex challenges in the ever-evolving world of information technology. Also committed to continuous learning, combined with my technical skills and achievements, make me an ideal candidate for roles in IT audit, Account audit, cybersecurity, and project management. I Led project on SOC framework and implementation, Representative of CBN to National Assembly for cybersecurity acts of 2015, Supervised Project IDEA and ACL, I managed Project Isight, ended subscription to consultants and prevented data manipulation by operators. Additional Skills & Competencies: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships with colleagues and clients. Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and learn new skills quickly. Proven problem-solving capabilities, effectively addressing complex technical issues. Strong organizational and time management skills, ensuring timely completion of projects and tasks. Experienced in providing mentorship and coaching to team members, fostering professional growth.
Technical Skills:
Computer Forensics, Data Security, Digital Forensics, Information Security Management, IT/Cybersecurity Compliance, Finance, IT/Account Audit, Anti-Money laundering audit, Foreign operation audit and compliance, Credit/IT Operational Risk Management, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), Security Best Practices, Threat Detection and monitoring using Splunk, Root Cause Analysis, Systems Hardening, Systems Monitoring, Setting protocol for Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Vulnerability Management, Data Analysis/Security, Incident Management, Project Management, Banking, Auditing, IT Security Operations, IT Network Security, Penetration Testing, ISO-27001, NIST 800-53, PCI-DSS, GDPR, SOX, COBIT, ACL, IT Risk Governance and Compliance (GRC), using ZenGRC, AML and SLA review, GCP, AWS Cloud, Azure Security Architect, Trained on CNAPP (Cloud-native application protection platform, and Security service edge (SSE) Excel, V-lookup, Oracle, PowerPoint, Team Leadership, Analytical Skills, Course and Program Facilitator, Writing.
Experience:
Pine Medical PLLC 04/2020 - Current
Cloud Cyber Security Compliance / IT Auditor
Risk exception: Performed all stages of audit planning at database level, fieldwork, executive reporting and follow-up
Information Technology Auditing, NIST 800-53 v5 compliance
HIPAA Audit Compliance
Ensured server and network security on AWS cloud and on-premises services.
Identity Access Management (IAM) on Azure
Provisioning and de -provisioning of Access on Azure
Using cloud trail to audit the access provisioning.
Threat detection, Using AWS Cloud Trail features for analysis
Securing the network data through Azure cloud by encryption
Provisioning and de-provisioning of staff identity through IAM application
System Vulnerability detection and remediation
Oracle Advanced Security capabilities to improve secrecy and encrypt sensitive data.
Identity access management (IAM) using AWS Access Management
Maintained compliance with regulatory rules (HIPAA, PHI, PII, PCI DSS)
Development and implementation process for continuous monitoring of various internal processes to ensure compliance with SOX 302 & 404 audit controls
Review IT governance, risk management, and compliance using ZenGRC dashboard, and bring out Risk exception of non-compliance
Developed and enforced security policies for Oracle E-Business Suite environments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Use of Excel, V-lookup, PowerPoint to disseminate the reports
Dayco Technology 09/2019 – 03/2020
Information Technology/cybersecurity Advisor
Trained students in Security+, CISA, CISM, Security+, CCNA, CISSP, and Technician Training
Provided guidance on students' chosen career paths
Delivered practical hands-on experience
Reconciles Segregation of Duties (SoD) compliance in line (NIST800- 53(v5.3) software tool to maintain SOX compliance
Contributed heavily in the GRC (v5.3) implementation and configuration for US structure through ISACA
Central Bank of Nigeria 01/2016 - 09/2018
Senior IT Auditor / Cyber Security Compliance Analyst, Monitoring & Enforcement
Managed supervisory and regulatory oversight of 24 financial institutions with 36 offshore subsidiaries
Review of Governance, Compliance and Risk documents
Money Laundering audit and examination review
Ensured compliance with security control frameworks and standards
Risk assessment and Risk control auditing using Risk Matrixs
Setting up Oracle Advanced Security Option (ASO) and installing it.
Reviewed of IT General Controls (ITGC) and various applications, databases, operating systems, and network devices
Foreign Exchange Audit and Compliance
Development and implementation process for continuous monitoring of IT processes to ensure compliance with SOX audit controls
Communicates with the company's external auditors on general computer control-related matters and SOX test procedures
Threat intelligence analysis, collecting network traffic information for threat analysis.
Collecting system access and activities log for threats analysis
Operational Risk, Credit Risk and Market Risk experience
Identity Access Management (IAM) using ACL (Audit Command Language Application)
Experience in AWS and Azure cloud auditing at server level.
Central Bank of Nigeria 01/2010 - 12/2015
Senior IT Auditor / Cyber Security Compliance Lead Auditor
Managed regulatory oversight of 7 financial institutions with 18 offshore subsidiaries
Review of Governance, Risk Mgt, Compliance and identity Mgt
System threats analysis. Monitoring SOC for threats, Monitoring threats landscape through SIEM and Proxy server,
System Vulnerability detection and Remediation
Used Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) to handle users, rights, profiles, and schemas extensively.
Money laundering and counter terrorism financing lead examiner
Review of Data Loss Prevention setting/protocol through SIEM
Utilize and interpret results from automated testing tools and developing manual audits
Risk exception to policies and standards for accuracy, applicability, and industry/regulatory compliance
Worked with Oracle to handle daily service requests and production issues.
Identity Access Management (IAM) using IDEA (Interrogated Data Extraction and Analysis Application)
Risk assessment and Risk control, testing and remediation activities are accurate by validating and updating SOX documentation as needed.
Foreign Exchange Audit and Compliance
Developed IT and cybersecurity audit plans, and supervised audit teams
Conducted risk-based IT reviews, infrastructure, and cybersecurity audit.
Central Bank of Nigeria 01/2005 - 12/2009
Senior Bank Examiner/ IT Auditor
Managed supervisory and regulatory oversight of 6 financial institutions with 13 offshore subsidiaries, review identity access management (IAM)
Implemented multi-factor authentication for Oracle Database access.
Risk exception Audit; Conducted compliance audits, third-party vendor risk assessments, and control analyzed SOC reports.
Foreign Exchange Audit and Compliance
Anti-Money Laundry Auditor/Examiner, experience in Operational, Credit and Market risks
Excel, V-Lookup, PowerPoint and graphic to disseminate the reports
Central Bank of Nigeria 01/2000 – 12/2004
Bank Examiner Manager/Auditor
Review of Data Loss Prevention of Internal Account
Internal control review of Business units
Testing of Internal control compliance
Fraud and Data breach Analysis.
Foreign Exchange Audit and Compliance
Anti –Money Laundering Audit and Compliance
Automated security compliance checks for Oracle Database configurations using scripts and tools.
Bank Assets classification and monitoring
Designing system access control and Access to the premise
Generating weekly System breach to determine noncompliance through SIEM and DLP
Education and Training:
University of Texas Austin, Post Graduate in Cloud Computing
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Master in Business Administration
The Polytechnic Ibadan Diploma in Banking and Finance
Activities:
Member of ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association) Member of ISC2 (International Information System Security Certification Consortium) Member of EC-Council (International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants), Mentor for local cybersecurity and IT audit professionals, providing guidance and support in their career development. Volunteer lecturer at local universities, sharing knowledge and expertise in the fields of IT audit and cybersecurity. Conferences & Workshops Attended: ISACA's Annual North America CACS Conference ISC2 Security Congress RSA Conference
Accomplishments:
Bankos – Banking Application Software
ERP PeopleSoft – Human Resource Activities
Payroll Projects
Project iSight – CAAT (Computer Assisted Audit Technology) Used Agile Project management principle
Project – CAAS (Internally Developed Data Integration and Collection System) Used Agile Project management principle
Project IDEA – (Interrogated Data Extraction and Audit) Used Agile Project Management principles
Project Lead on SOC framework and implementation
Key Achievements:
Implemented Bankos, reducing staff costs and work hours
Deployed ERP PeopleSoft, minimizing staff costs, manual operations, and fraud
Streamlined payroll projects, cutting staff costs and overtime claims
Led Project iSight, reducing time spent on field audits
(I used Agile project management principle)
Managed Project CAAS, eliminating data manipulation, and annual consultancy fees.(We used Agile Project Management Principle)
Certifications:
ISACA: Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)
ISACA: Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
ISC2: Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)
Information Technology Examination and Risk Management, FDIC.
Microsoft Cloud Platform and Infrastructure (MCSE)
Forensic: Certified Computer Forensic Examiner (CCFE)
EC-Council: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH),
Certified Network Defense Architect