IBRAHIM AJISERERE
Columbia,MO
Summary
Strategic Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) leader with 10+ years of experience driving enterprise-wide security programs, strengthening regulatory compliance, and aligning controls with frameworks such as NIST, FISMA, HIPAA, PCI, and SOX. Proven track record assessing complex environments, prioritizing risks, and leading cross-functional remediation initiatives. Recognized for executive-level reporting, analytical precision, and enhancing organizational security posture through risk management, control validation, and proactive compliance oversight.
Information Security Specialist with passion for aligning security architecture plans and processes with security standards and business goals. Extensive experience developing and testing security framework for cloud-based software. Versed in robust network defense strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior IT Auditor
IBM
03.2021 - Current
- Assessing business systems and processes to identify critical control points and risks
- Establishing objectives and protocols for audit review of computer systems
- Executing testing and evaluation protocols to assess compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Utilizing narrative and flowcharting techniques for presenting findings and recommendations to senior management
- Strengthen enterprise-level GRC frameworks via assessment of security controls, recognition of risks, and commitment to swift remediation.
- Manage security risk register and track remediation efforts to resolution.
- Crafted and initiated internal audit strategies to boost operational efficiency and maintain compliance.
- Formulate and refresh security policy standards and procedures.
- Review supplier and third-party security protocols for adherence to compliance requirements.
- Examine technical architecture and authenticate IAM encryption access and logging controls.
- Led comprehensive risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in IT systems and processes. Managedmanaged approximately 5 meetings in a day
Cyber Security Specialist
IBM
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Supported enterprise GRC programs aligned with HIPAA, PCI, SOX, and NIST frameworks.
- Conducted risk assessments and updated security playbooks and procedures.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure compliance with security and privacy requirements.
- Delivered enterprise security awareness training.
IT Cyber Security Analyst
IBM
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Performed continuous monitoring, event analysis, and supported incident response.
- Ensured integrity of file monitoring systems and supported audit readiness.
- Automated incident ticketing workflows to improve efficiency.
- Supported patch and configuration management activities.
- Conducted security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation strategies.
- Analyzed security incidents to determine root causes and develop preventive measures.
- Led incident response efforts, coordinating activities between technical teams and stakeholders.
Information Security / IT Client Specialist
United States Postal Service
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Provided technical support and user access management aligned with security policies.
- Monitored intelligence sources to identify emerging threats.
- Maintained documentation and system records to meet audit requirements.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, email and faxes per day from customers
Education
Information Systems / Security - Computer Information Systems
Northwestern University
Chicago, IL06-2015
Technical Management -
DeVry University
Chicago, IL06-2012
Skills
- Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
- NIST, FISMA, HIPAA, PCI, SOX
- Enterprise Risk Management & Risk Register Oversight
- Security Assessments & Audit Readiness
- Policy, Standards & Procedure Development
- Third-Party Compliance & Vendor Risk
- Regulatory Reporting & Compliance Metrics
- IAM, Access Controls, Encryption
- Incident Response & Security Architecture Review
- Tools: Tripwire, IBM BigFix, ServiceNow, Tivoli, CMDB
Certification
- Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
- CompTIA Security+
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Timeline
Senior IT Auditor
IBM
03.2021 - Current
Cyber Security Specialist
IBM
03.2020 - 03.2021
IT Cyber Security Analyst
IBM
02.2017 - 03.2020
Information Security / IT Client Specialist
United States Postal Service
01.2011 - 01.2016
Information Systems / Security - Computer Information Systems
Northwestern University
Technical Management -
DeVry University