IT Auditor

Mutiu Ayoade ADEYEMI (BSc, CISA).

Mobile No: +1-414-***-****

E-mail: ************@*****.***

Zip code: 77493 Linkedin.com/mutiu-adeyemi

Summary: Professional IT auditor and Controls specialist with years of experience in Audit(Performance, I.T, Operational, Compliance), risk assessments, In-depth knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), HIPAA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001/2, COBIT, COSO, GAGAS, NIST, export control, IT General Controls (ITGC), SAS70/SSAE16 attestation, and ERP security assessment (SAP, PeopleSoft & Oracle Financial). Proven track record assessing system/network availability, security, and data integrity to identify, manage, and reduce vulnerabilities and ensure general compliance. Extensive background in all audit stages, including planning, studying, evaluating, testing controls, reporting, and follow-up using Audit software applications (TeamMates and AuditBoard).

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

School: Lagos State University - B.Sc. Accounting

ISACA, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Cisco Networking Academy, Cyber Threat Management.

IIA, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) in progress.

WORK EXPERIENCES:

TX-Health and Human Services -OIG, Austin, TX Senior Auditor October 2023 – Present

Participated as a key team member on audit projects by documenting processes under review, effectively executing audit tests—including technology control tests—by established policies and procedures, and utilizing automated workpapers (TeamMate), analytics tools, and other departmental and organizational systems.

Maintained audit proficiency through continuous professional development, including enhancement of data literacy skills. Verified that management’s corrective actions adequately addressed audit findings and documented the results.

Collaborated with audit teams to analyze the data supporting key processes, risks, and controls. Developed and interpreted analytic control tests to assess control effectiveness.

Validated the appropriateness of management’s responses to audit findings, documented results, and conducted root cause analysis to identify underlying issues in control gaps.

Performed IT security operations reviews involving HHS-regulated confidential information for healthcare insurance companies. Assessed the design and effectiveness of selected security controls safeguarding confidential data, including controls over application servers, database servers, data encryption, system ports, physical security, firewalls, antivirus systems, patching, system monitoring and performance, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).

Reviewed administrative privileged access accounts in managed care facilities to ensure compliance with HHS security policies, procedures, and contractual obligations. Evaluated controls such as access control policies, account management, deactivation of inactive accounts, segregation of duties, least privilege principles, unsuccessful login attempts, session timeouts, and remote access protocols.

Evaluated the business continuity and disaster recovery plans (BCP/DRP) of a managed care provider’s data center. Ensured the existence and adequacy of plans aligned with HHS and other applicable regulations. Areas reviewed included physical and logical access to the data center, environmental controls, backup procedures, and documentation of recovery strategies. Confirmed the BCP/DRP included core business processes and was reviewed at least quarterly or annually.

Johnson Financial Group (Jefferson Wells), Racine, WI April 2021- Oct 2023

Senior IT Auditor (Contract).

Execute general and application controls reviews, IT security and governance assessments, control optimization initiatives, pre- and post-implementation reviews, business process evaluations, and database security control assessments. Experienced in using ACL Analytics and continuous control auditing techniques.

Identifies key risks and controls, with strong knowledge of IT applications, configurations, and manual controls within complex IT environments, and prepares clear and concise working papers, documents findings and reports, and supports conclusions with operational evidence and testing results in alignment with IIA standards.

Assists with IT risk assessments, system access reviews, segregation of duties evaluations, and the documentation of controls and business processes. Effectively prioritizes and schedules audit procedures, engaging with auditees to obtain required information.

Identify risks related to IT infrastructure, operations, and applications, including pre- and post-implementation audit reviews for ongoing projects and legacy systems, evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of controls across the organization and deliver client-focused, value-added recommendations to stakeholders.

Reviews operational performance and program outcomes to determine alignment with organizational objectives and whether activities are executed as planned.

Evaluates compliance with internal policies, plans, procedures, laws, and regulations that significantly impact operations and reporting, and conducts ad hoc appraisals, inspections, investigations, and reviews at the request of the Internal Audit department.

Performs IT FDICIA (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Improvement Act) engagements across various financial services platforms, including Aspire, Advantage Fee, Longview, FIS BIS, and e-Wire.

Synergy Technologies, Cheverly, MD. (IT Auditor) August 2019 – April 2021

Extensive experience in IT auditing across commercial enterprises, public companies, and federal government agencies, utilizing frameworks such as ITGC, Application Controls, PCI DSS, COBIT, COSO, and ISO 27001.

Conducted PCI DSS and HIPAA compliance audits for commercial clients and healthcare providers, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Reviewed enterprise security programs by validating IT control implementations, performing risk-based audits, control walkthroughs, corrective action plan (CAP) reviews, and IS audits on infrastructure components (routers, switches, firewalls, and remote access).

Led root cause analysis of IT vulnerabilities and collaborated with stakeholders to remediate audit findings within established timelines and budget constraints.

Directed IT audit efforts related to internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) under Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX); performed control walkthroughs and assessed operating effectiveness.

Audited IT general controls, including access controls, change management, IT operations, disaster recovery, and platform reviews for Windows and UNIX environments.

Planned and managed IT audit engagements, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating resources to ensure timely and efficient audit execution.

Performed data analysis of journal entries to support financial statement audits across various industry sectors.

Executed application control reviews in retail banking and insurance, focusing on authorization controls, interface controls, computation controls, and data validity checks.

Performed internal and external IT risk assessments, conducted gap analyses against industry standards, and recommended effective mitigation strategies.

Evaluated segregation of duties (SoD) and application security across ERP systems (SAP, PeopleSoft, Oracle Financials) and executed IT audit strategies effectively.

State of Wisconsin – DCF (PS-Company) Milwaukee, WI Aug 2017 - July 2019

Compliance Auditor

Conducted audits and investigations of childcare providers to ensure compliance with Wisconsin Shares program requirements, identifying and administering overpayments as necessary.

Performed regular desk audits and risk assessments to evaluate internal controls, detect fraud, and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.

Communicated audit findings and quality improvement recommendations to supervisors and key stakeholders, promoting operational compliance and efficiency.

Prepared detailed audit plans, led entrance and exit conferences, and conducted interviews with risk owners and stakeholders to gather critical information for assessments.

Reviewed internal policies, procedures, and applicable laws to assess compliance and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.

Served as first-level reviewer to inspect audit work papers and verify the accuracy of peer auditors’ findings prior to final report preparation.

Represented the State of Wisconsin – Department of Children and Families (DCF) in provider sanction appeals and provided enforcement recommendations to support anti-fraud initiatives in childcare facilities.

Adebowale Real Estate Ltd. Accountant January 2013 – July 2017

Processed accounts receivable and payable transactions, ensuring accurate lease data and supporting management with timely financial reporting.

Performed monthly account reconciliations, prepared general ledger entries, journals, and final trial balances for petty cash and lease-related transactions.

Handled disbursement and reimbursement of daily petty cash, and maintained organized, up-to-date transaction records.

Issued cheque and cash payments to approved vendors, recorded transactions accurately, and ensured compliance with company policies.

Managed lease-related financial operations, including tracking rent rolls, preparing invoices for joint tenants, and reconciling subtenant accounts using SAGE/Peachtree.

Reviewed incoming invoices for accuracy against lease documents, ensured proper account coding, and prepared export files for payable processing.

Calculated and prepared monthly and annual rental fees based on square meter occupancy, supporting transparent lease billing and financial planning.

Technical /Soft Skills:

Data Analysis and visualization: Tableau, Microsoft 365 (Excel, Power BI), quantitative analysis, gap analysis, and the use of automated scripts.

Audit & Risk Management: Audit work papers (TeamMate, AuditBoard), risk assessment, business process mapping, internal control reviews, Reporting, Gap analysis, and supervisory experience.

ERP & Financial Systems: Peachtree, SAP, Oracle Financials, data reconciliation, and business process evaluation.

Collaboration & Communication: Virtual collaboration tools, Microsoft PowerPoint, supervisory skills, effective documentation, and confidentiality handling.

Accounting: Accounts payable/receivable, journal entry, Invoicing, Financial Reporting, data/account reconciliation, Taxation, GAAP, Fixed Assets.

Software Proficiency: Foxit PDF Editor, MS 365 Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), and automation tools for audit testing and analysis.

Soft: Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities with excellent written and verbal communication skills for delivering actionable insights. Highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and effective in team environments.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

Members: Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)

Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

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