Enoma Odia
Chief IT Auditor
Abidjan
Summary
Tech-savvy Internal Audit Chief, proficiency in complex processes, technology, and cybersecurity audits. Experience in Internal Auditing for Banks, Capital Markets and International Development Institutions. Possess a Master's in Engineering, Cybersecurity Policy & Compliance, and Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA) Certified.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
13
13
Certifications
Work History
Chief Information Technology Auditor
The African Development Bank Group
Abidjan
01.2018 - Current
Head, Information Security & Standards
Nigerian Interbank Settlement Systems
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Annually assessing the Risk and impact of Enterprise Risk and Responsible for developing and maintaining a risk-based, cost-effective policy, procedures, and controls
- Partnered with IT department members to minimize exploits on system coverage.
- Drafted detailed security policy to govern and support technology decisions.
- Contributed system roadmapping, design and launch services to address information vulnerability.
- Maintained and updated security protocols for front desk operations.
- Additionally, ensured compliance with the applicable regulatory requirements
- Cybersecurity Incident Response Management for the National Payment infrastructure, including threat intelligence for counterparties, i.e., Banks
- Business Continuity – Responsible for the library of plans for the enterprise resiliency program, including BCP, COOP, COSP, DRP, Incident Response Plan, Occupant Emergency Plan, and Emergency Response Plan
- Performed Business Impact Assessments (BIA) on NIBSS payment systems, testing the continuity of implementations, and incorporating continuous improvements from lessons learned
- Risk assessments on the National Switch [NIBSS Instant Payments (NIP)], Nigeria Automated Clearing System (NACS)
- Head, Information Technology Audit
Lead, IT Audit
The Nigerian Stock Exchange
Lagos, Nigeria
03.2014 - 12.2015
- Www.nse.com.ng, Developed the information systems audit schedule using a risk assessment technique to determine the likelihood of threats affecting IT assets
- This information is used to prioritize and allocate resources for assessments to be conducted
- Data analytics – performing revenue assurance on successful trades in the stock market – review of new products to ensure systems configuration recognize newly inputted financial products to prevent revenue leakage
- System auditing of Financial Information eXchange (FIX) for the stock market and dealers connected to the exchange
- Assisted in the implementation of market surveillance systems for detecting rouge trades or insider trading activities
- Application Security Reviews: (Business and Business Process Application Security Audits)
- Reviewed various applications, e.g., NASDAQ OMX X-STREAM Trading platform and Active Directory
- Assessed the remediation of exposures and that inherent vulnerability had compensating controls implemented.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Planned audits and audit activities to allocate necessary resources and determine consistency of plans with audit objectives.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
- Assessed internal control risks of network through information system audits.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
- Researched and resolved issues regarding integrity of data flow into databases.
- Upheld security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
Software Systems Auditor
Zenith Bank Plc
Lagos, Nigeria
10.2008 - 03.2014
- Responsible for reviewing over 180 business applications for the Bank, including ensuring controls and usability for in-house developed applications
- Performed extensive auditing of Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT) systems used in the Bank
- Reviewed banking payment channels, including Zenith Bank mobile internet banking, corporate internet banking, and e-payment application
- Queried and review transactional data from the various electronic channels of the banking, including internet banking transitionary data (ex
- Customers using the application over a period, bill payment volumes, failed transaction data)
- Recommended [Type] operational improvements based on tracking and analysis of [Type] data.
- Developed [Type] metrics derived from raw company data to track improvements in organizational efficiency.
- Conducted research and investigations into [Area], [Area] and [Area].
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
IT Audit Consultant
EDP
Lagos, Nigeria
07.2005 - 09.2008
- Lead a cross-functional marketing team to develop business plans for implementing ACL software
- Prepare and manage sales budgets as directed by the management team
- Analyze market trends through research and evaluate market demands striving to fulfill them
- Team member for ACL software - revenue assurance to the Bank, financial services clients, and telecoms.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Enhanced audit controls by improving planning and testing processes.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Education
Master of Engineering - Cybersecurity Policy and Compliance
George Washington University
05.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics with Economics
University of Benin
05.2000 - 05.2004
Diploma in Accounting - Accounting
University of Benin
Benin City, Nigeria 05.1998 - 05.2000
Skills
Annual reports
Certification
Associate Chartered Management Accountant
Timeline
Master of Engineering - Cybersecurity Policy and Compliance
George Washington University
05.2020 - 05.2022
Chief Information Technology Auditor
The African Development Bank Group
01.2018 - Current
Head, Information Security & Standards
Nigerian Interbank Settlement Systems
01.2016 - 08.2017
Lead, IT Audit
The Nigerian Stock Exchange
03.2014 - 12.2015
Software Systems Auditor
Zenith Bank Plc
10.2008 - 03.2014
IT Audit Consultant
EDP
07.2005 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics with Economics
University of Benin
05.2000 - 05.2004
Diploma in Accounting - Accounting
University of Benin
05.1998 - 05.2000
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