Adeoluwa Orekha
San Antonio,TX
Summary
IT Auditor and Compliance Analyst boasting over 8 years of robust experience in internal controls, IT risk governance, Compliance Assurance, and IT general and application control testing. Proficient in conducting internal control testing (SOX), Service Organization Control (SOC) reviews, walkthroughs, audit readiness follow-ups, and tests of controls, both for public and private entities. Adept at leading cross-functional teams with over 5 years of hands-on leadership experience. Possesses strong technical prowess and international business acumen, coupled with exceptional communication skills. Thrives in fast-paced environments, demonstrating multitasking abilities and a knack for strategic planning, problem-solving, and project management. Self-directed and adaptable, excelling in diverse professional settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Risk Senior Associate
Baker Tilly
Dallas, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Led and actively participated in end-to-end client engagements, overseeing co-source and outsourcing IT internal audits, IT internal controls reviews, IT risk management program assessments, and testing of IT controls.
- Supported engagement managers in project management activities, assisted clients in resolving business challenges, supervised and mentored associates, developed tailored IT internal audit work plans, identified risks, and communicated audit findings.
- Assisted clients in resolving business challenges and optimizing project execution efficiency.
- Supervised, trained, and mentored associates and interns throughout engagements, evaluating their performance and offering constructive feedback.
- Developed and implemented tailored IT internal audit work plans and control test procedures based on engagement scope and client-specific risk factors.
- Identified risks, devised recommendations for risk mitigation, prepared well-organized work papers, and communicated audit findings through comprehensive written reports and presentations to management.
- Contributed to reviews of internal controls and system security for projects in development and major IT initiatives, leveraging knowledge of current IT landscapes and industry trends to identify and advise on potential issues and risks.
Senior Information Technology Auditor
Bank of America
Dallas, TX
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Developed validation strategies for regulatory issues, monitored business-driven issue remediation, enhanced audit processes, applied internal audit standards, led IT audits, identified risks, and conducted issue validation testing.
- Completed assigned regulatory issue validations within designated timeframes and budget constraints.
- Proactively monitored, assessed, and recommended solutions for emerging risks, contributing to mitigation efforts.
- Applied internal audit standards, policies, and regulations to deliver timely audit assurance and shape audit scope, serving as a subject matter expert (SME) for senior stakeholders and team members.
- Led Information Technology (IT) audits or participated in audit teams, conducting reviews of systems, applications, and IT processes.
- Identified risks, formulated recommendations for risk mitigation, prepared meticulous work papers, and effectively communicated audit findings through written draft reports and presentations to management.
- Conducted issue validation testing to ensure timely management follow-up on findings, monitoring, and tracking remediation efforts.
- Participated in internal controls and system security reviews for projects under development and major IT initiatives, leveraging expertise in current IT environments and industry trends to identify and advise management on potential issues and risks.
- Played a key role in enhancing audit processes by contributing to developing automated routines and other improvements.
IT Compliance Analyst
Atlantic Aviation
Addison, TX
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Contributed to a culture of continuous improvement by reviewing, updating, and optimizing IT compliance strategies.
- Improved IT compliance by conducting regular audits and monitoring system performance.
- Facilitated smooth integration of new technologies into the organization's existing compliance framework while managing change effectively.
- Developed comprehensive risk assessments for better data protection and regulatory adherence.
- Guide and implemented regulatory certification and compliance assessments for information systems per standards such as PCI DSS, PCI SLC, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001/27002 (ISMS), ISO 22301 (BCMS), SOC 2, CIS v8.0 based on organizational business requirements and security objectives.
Education
Associate of Science - Cybersecurity
ASM Educational Center
Rockville, MD01-2022
Bachelor of Arts - History And International Studies
Bowen Univerversity
Iwo, Nigeria09-2015
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- IT Risk Assessment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools
- Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
- SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3
- Change Management
- HIPPA Assessment
- IT General and application control testing
- Project management
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication and writing skills
Certification
CompTIA Security+
Timeline
IT Risk Senior Associate
Baker Tilly
05.2022 - Current
Senior Information Technology Auditor
Bank of America
01.2020 - 04.2022
IT Compliance Analyst
Atlantic Aviation
03.2017 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Cybersecurity
ASM Educational Center
Bachelor of Arts - History And International Studies
Bowen Univerversity