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Constant Fouda Abanda

Fort Lee, NJ,NJ

Summary

A seasoned Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with over a decade of experience leading cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management in healthcare and SaaS organizations. A recognized thought leader in incident response, data protection, and regulatory compliance, with a proven track record of building robust security programs, automating risk processes, and driving business resilience.

Expert in aligning security strategy with business objectives, leveraging AI-driven automation to enhance incident response, compliance reporting, and business continuity planning. Adept at navigating complex regulatory landscapes, including HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST frameworks, while integrating cutting-edge security technologies to proactively mitigate threats.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Information Systems Security Manager

Priori
03.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and maintained regular system assessment and evaluation documents, informing CSO of discovered faults or discrepancies in operations.
  • Collaborated with key personnel to verify data integrity and compliance with related regulatory guidelines and legal requirements.
  • Applied cybersecurity best practices to information system standards, directives and guidance for personnel, monitoring compliance across organization.
  • Led development of internal education curricula for new employees, designing instructional programs to rapidly onboard information systems users.
  • Coordinated with external auditors during annual audits, demonstrating adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
  • Analyzed network security and current infrastructure, assessing areas in need of improvement.
  • Developed comprehensive security policies, procedures, and guidelines for improved organizational compliance.
  • Reduced risk of data breaches through continuous vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
  • Verified continuous update of systems and immediately patched vulnerabilities to prevent security issues.
  • Ensured prompt detection and remediation of incidents through effective intrusion detection systems deployment.
  • Strengthened endpoint protection strategies by deploying advanced malware protection solutions.
  • Led the development of disaster recovery plans, improving organizational resilience in the face of cyber incidents.
  • Conducted regular security awareness training sessions, fostering a culture of cybersecurity vigilance among employees.
  • Enhanced network security by implementing robust information systems controls and monitoring processes.

Senior Compliance Manager

Bevy
08.2020 - 03.2023
  • Mitigated risk exposure by conducting thorough audits and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Analyzed data trends to identify potential areas of non-compliance or emerging risks, taking proactive measures to address them.
  • Improved overall compliance by streamlining processes and implementing new policies.
  • Implemented robust monitoring systems to detect potential issues and ensure prompt resolution.
  • Spearheaded the development of a centralized compliance database, improving accessibility to key information for stakeholders.
  • Optimized internal controls by conducting regular reviews and recommending enhancements.
  • Played a pivotal role in preparing the organization for successful audits from various regulatory bodies.
  • Reduced company liability, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and best practices.
  • Streamlined policy management processes, enhancing efficiency while maintaining rigorous standards for documentation review and approval.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs to educate employees on critical compliance topics.
  • Managed a high-performing team of compliance professionals, fostering collaboration and growth.
  • Drove continuous improvement initiatives within the Compliance department, leveraging technology solutions where feasible to enhance effectiveness while reducing costs.
  • Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
  • Prepared records and data for regular audits.
  • Formulated detailed recommendations based on audit findings to support annual planning and definition of goals.
  • Played instrumental role in company-wide risk assessment efforts, supporting enhancements in business processes and controls.
  • Liaised with clients to identify and target inefficiencies in areas of risks and business controls, process gaps and workflow discrepancies.
  • Managed company participation in food safety audits, and reviews by third parties, customers and regulatory agencies.
  • Analyzed and identified risk areas to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Compliance Officer

START Treatment & Recovery Services
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Managed relationships with regulators, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure transparent operations.
  • Assisted with internal and external audits to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing evaluation and refinement of compliance program elements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address compliance concerns, fostering a culture of shared responsibility.
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures.
  • Evaluated new regulations for potential impact on business operations, taking proactive measures to ensure readiness for implementation.
  • Spearheaded investigations into potential violations, promptly addressing issues to maintain company reputation and avoid sanctions.
  • Provided expert guidance on complex regulatory matters, enabling informed decision-making within the organization.
  • Mitigated legal risks by proactively identifying gaps in existing policies and recommending improvements.
  • Streamlined reporting processes for improved efficiency in submitting data to regulatory agencies.
  • Designed risk assessment frameworks to evaluate organizational vulnerabilities and prioritize areas requiring attention.
  • Implemented successful remediation efforts following audit findings, minimizing adverse consequences for the organization.
  • Ensured continuous improvement in compliance practices by setting up feedback loop with key stakeholders.
  • Developed comprehensive compliance manual, significantly improving staff understanding of regulatory requirements.
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance by auditing and revising company policies and procedures.
  • Mitigated potential financial penalties by proactively identifying and addressing compliance issues before regulatory reviews.
  • Optimized resource allocation for compliance activities by analyzing data trends and focusing on high-risk areas.
  • Coordinated with external regulators to clarify compliance expectations and ensure company practices were fully aligned.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining compliance processes and reducing redundancies.
  • Conducted periodic compliance audits and reviews to identify areas of improvement.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments for identifying potential compliance vulnerabilities and formulated mitigation strategies.
  • Completed field checks to verify licenses and permits for various business.

Compliance Officer

Public Health Solutions
11.2018 - 08.2019
  • Managed relationships with regulators, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure transparent operations.
  • Assisted with internal and external audits to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing evaluation and refinement of compliance program elements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address compliance concerns, fostering a culture of shared responsibility.
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in response to evolving industry standards, maintaining best practices in a dynamic regulatory environment.
  • Provided expert guidance on complex regulatory matters, enabling informed decision-making within the organization.
  • Mitigated legal risks by proactively identifying gaps in existing policies and recommending improvements.
  • Advised senior management on strategic planning initiatives, incorporating compliance considerations into decision-making processes.
  • Boosted staff compliance awareness with creation and delivery of engaging training sessions.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining compliance processes and reducing redundancies.
  • Achieved significant improvements in compliance metrics by leading targeted internal review and action plan.
  • Led cross-departmental collaboration to ensure seamless adherence to new regulatory requirements.

Corporate Compliance Officer

Sunnyside Community Services
12.2014 - 10.2018
  • Promoted transparency throughout the organization by regularly updating and communicating compliance objectives, expectations, and achievements.
  • Evaluated proposed business initiatives for alignment with applicable legal requirements, minimizing potential liabilities.
  • Enhanced corporate compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive policies and procedures.
  • Provided expert guidance on regulatory matters during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent application of compliance standards across all departments.
  • Developed robust monitoring systems to track compliance-related activities and report findings to senior management.
  • Identified potential areas of vulnerability, creating proactive action plans to mitigate risks.
  • Reviewed contractual agreements with third-party vendors to ensure adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
  • Streamlined reporting processes for increased efficiency in regulatory submissions.
  • Implemented corrective actions following internal or external audit findings to prevent future non-compliance incidents.
  • Fostered a culture of ethical behavior and integrity within the organization through consistent messaging and role modeling.
  • Coordinated responses to regulatory inquiries, ensuring accurate representation of company practices and timely resolution of concerns.
  • Developed risk assessment models to identify potential compliance risks.

Education

Master of Arts - Compliance

CUNY School of Professional Studies
New York, NY
06-2021

Skills

  • Access control management
  • Application security
  • Identity management
  • Incident response
  • Penetration testing
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Security event log reviews
  • Cybersecurity policy development
  • Threat analysis
  • Vulnerability assessments
  • Third-party risk management
  • Business continuity planning

Certification

  • Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) – EC-Council. - In Progress
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) - ISACA. - In Progress

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Information Systems Security Manager

Priori
03.2023 - Current

Senior Compliance Manager

Bevy
08.2020 - 03.2023

Compliance Officer

START Treatment & Recovery Services
08.2019 - 08.2020

Compliance Officer

Public Health Solutions
11.2018 - 08.2019

Corporate Compliance Officer

Sunnyside Community Services
12.2014 - 10.2018

Master of Arts - Compliance

CUNY School of Professional Studies

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