Olatunji Ajayi
Dallas,TX
Summary
IT Auditor boasting over 5 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, walkthrough, audit readiness follow-ups, and tests of controls, both for public and private entities. Adept at leading cross-functional teams with over 3 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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Risk Senior Associate
Grant Thornton LLP
05.2022 - Current
- Led and actively participated in end-to-end client engagements, overseeing co-source and outsourcing IT internal audit, IT internal controls reviews, IT Risk management program assessments, and testing of IT controls (including IT General Controls, Application Controls, Key reports, SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 3, HIPPA etc.), along with managing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance programs.
- Supported engagement managers and Senior Managers/Directors in project management activities, including project planning, timeline development, budgeting, economic analysis, and status reporting.
- 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
Capital One
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Developed validation strategies and drafted comprehensive work papers for moderately complex regulatory issues, actively monitoring business-driven issue remediation efforts and engaging in discussions regarding validation outcomes.
- Completed assigned regulatory issue validations within designated timeframes and budget constraints.
- Proactively monitored, assessed, and recommended solutions for emerging risks, contributing to risk mitigation efforts.
- Played a key role in enhancing audit processes by contributing to the development of automated routines and other improvements.
- 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 workpapers, 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 reviews of internal controls and system security 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.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Bowen University
Iwo, Osun, Nigeria.06.2015
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
CISA
Timeline
IT Risk Senior Associate
Grant Thornton LLP
05.2022 - Current
Senior Information Technology Auditor
Capital One
01.2020 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Accounting
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Bowen University
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