JAMES ADEYEMI
Bozeman,MT
Summary
Seasoned Security Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Analyst with a track record of designing and leading enterprise-scale security governance programs that protect critical assets and ensure continuous regulatory alignment. Harnesses deep expertise in: Frameworks & Standards:
- ISO 27001/27701,
- NIST CSF & 800-53,
- SOC 2,
- PCI-DSS,
- HIPAA,
- FedRAMP, and GDPR,
Risk Management:
- Enterprise-wide risk identification,
- quantitative/qualitative assessments, and
- prioritization of mitigations to drive risk-informed decision-making .
Policy & Control Architecture: Development, implementation, and continuous improvement of security policies, procedures, and technical/administrative controls . Audit & Assurance: End-to-end management of internal/external audits, remediation tracking, and executive-level reporting that consistently achieves “clean” attestations .
Threat & Vulnerability Governance: Oversight of vulnerability management, secure configuration baselines, and threat-led control testing to validate control efficacy .
Regulatory Reporting & Metrics: Creation of board-ready dashboards and KPIs that translate complex security posture into crisp business terms Renowned for strategic vision, analytical rigor, and an ability to partner across engineering, legal, and executive teams to embed security by design.
Adept at guiding cross-functional squads through rapidly changing threat landscapes, delivering pragmatic, business-aligned compliance solutions on schedule and within budget. A trusted professional who communicates with clarity at all organizational levels, mentors emerging talent, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Security Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Timely Media LLC
07.2022 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats, providing proactive solutions for potential vulnerabilities.
- Contributed to the development of company-wide policies on information security, privacy, and acceptable use of technology resources.
- Reduced cyber risks by conducting regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced threat detection and prevention tools.
- Advised executive leadership on current threat landscapes, providing strategic guidance on improving overall cybersecurity posture.
- Implemented multi-factor authentication methods to enhance user access controls, reducing unauthorized system access incidents.
- Mentored junior team members on technical aspects of cybersecurity while fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Evaluated extensively organization risk register against frameworks.
- Created strong encryption protocols for data protection, safeguarding sensitive information from potential breaches.
- Monitored confidential company data and mitigated hacking through network systems updates.
Intern
Eretmis Academy
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Streamlined communication channels among team members by creating a centralized repository of essential documents related to ongoing projects.
- Raised employee compliance with cybersecurity policies through targeted training programs tailored to individual roles within the organization.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging cybersecurity trends, implementing best practices into daily tasks.
- Performed comprehensive risk assessments for critical infrastructure components to prioritize remediation efforts effectively.
- Developed customized training materials to educate employees on cybersecurity awareness and best practices.
- Contributed to the planning and execution of table-top exercises simulating various cyber-attack scenarios for effective incident response practice.
- Conducted regular audits of information systems to identify potential security risks and recommend corrective measures.
- Assisted senior analysts in researching potential threat actors, enabling more informed decision-making during incident investigations.
- Documented incident reports, detailing root cause analysis and lessons learned from each event.
- Managed software patching processes, ensuring timely updates to protect against known vulnerabilities.
- Analyzed security incidents and provided recommendations for appropriate action to mitigate future threats.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for the successful implementation of cybersecurity projects.
- Enhanced network security by conducting thorough vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
- Conducted regular reviews of user access rights, identifying unauthorized privileges and revoking access as needed.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
Caregiver
My Home
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Teacher's Assistant
Kentucky State University
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY05-2020
Bachelor of Science -
Obafemi Awolowo University
Nigeria09-2014
Skills
- Phishing awareness training
- Software vulnerability scanning
- Multi-factor authentication
- Vulnerability assessment
- Information security policies
- Network access control
- Identity and Access management
- Threat intelligence analysis
- Digital certificates management
- Unified threat management
- Security information and event management
- Intrusion detection systems
Certification
- CRISC - Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control
- PMP - Project Management Professionals: 1659359
- PSM1 - Professional Scrum Master 1
- CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor
Technical Acumen And Frameworks
ServiceNow, RSA Archer, Audit Board, Google Suites, R, Microsoft Office Tools (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SEC Reporting Standards, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, PIPEDA, SOC 2, ITIL, COSO, Jira, MS Project, AWS, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, PeopleSoft, Power BI, Tableau
Projects And Coursework
Risk Management Project, Developed a comprehensive risk management plan for a hypothetical business, incorporating tools and frameworks such as COSO and ISO 31000. Presented findings to classmates, receiving positive feedback for clarity and applicability.
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved vulnerability issues which led to 25% operational efficiency
- Supervised team of 25 staff members across organization.
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of ADDI security Policies.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Work Availability
monday
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Affiliations
- Project Management Institute
- Information Systems Audit and Control Association
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkInternshipWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingQuote
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
Timeline
Security Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Timely Media LLC
07.2022 - Current
Intern
Eretmis Academy
11.2021 - 06.2022
Caregiver
My Home
08.2021 - 10.2022
Teacher's Assistant
Kentucky State University
08.2018 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
Kentucky State University
Bachelor of Science -
Obafemi Awolowo University
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