JOSEPH K. AFARI
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Third-Party Risk Administrator with a proven track record in managing risk exposure associated with engaging third-party service providers. Adept at executing detailed risk assessments, identifying gaps, and implementing solutions to minimize losses. Possesses strong expertise in regulatory compliance, information security, and risk management frameworks. Experienced in project management, procedural development, and quality assessment. Demonstrates the ability to uphold Fair and Responsible Industry practices while ensuring compliance with industry laws and regulations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Security Analyst
Assured Network Defense Systems LLC
09.2019 - Current
- Conducted detailed reviews of third-party risk assessments to identify gaps and proposed effective solutions
- Acted as a functional liaison between the Line of Business and Lines of Defense, ensuring effective communication
- Provided oversight of perpetual third-party risk management functions, including ongoing management and change management
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to generate conclusions from reviews and implemented necessary risk mitigation strategies
- Executed risk assessments throughout the third-party life cycle, identifying, responding, and escalating risks as appropriate
- Contributed to the development, deployment, and execution of the third-party risk management framework
- Participated in project management, procedural development, and quality assessment activities
- Maintained records, conducted system testing and implementation, and facilitated training sessions as needed
- Remediated findings resulting from risk assessments to ensure continuous improvement.
Cyber Risk Associate
Info-Tech Research Group
02.2017 - 09.2019
- Led information systems projects in a healthcare environment, overseeing project planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
- Applied tools and methodologies for information systems analysis, including data modeling, process mapping, and requirements management
- Utilized data analytics tools to analyze healthcare claims or encounter data, translating complex datasets into actionable insights
- Managed the full systems or software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring successful requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment
- Developed, reviewed, and enhanced COB methodologies and procedures for a healthcare payer
- Led systems projects involving the development and integration of software solutions for data exchange between healthcare systems, payers, or other entities
- Successfully managed systems projects related to third-party liability or coordination of benefits.
Project Management Associate
Insight Global
06.2015 - 02.2017
- Managed Project Schedules and Budgets based on executive management and business Subject Matter Expert (SME) input
- Managed vendors and deliverables, including escalating project issues
- Created presentations, dashboards, workflows and user stories as needed
- Maintained accuracy with attention to details and meeting deadlines
- Managed project risks and issues; keep management informed as necessary
- Submitted and tracked submittals and RFI’s.
Education
Project Management Professional Certificate August -
University of Southern Denmark
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration
05.2019
Skills
- Risk Analysis
- Certification and Accreditation
- Tenable Nessus
- Security Frameworks
- Compliance Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Contract Review
- Report Writing
- Industry Awareness
Certification
CompTIA Security+ Certified.
ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Project Management Professional Certificate (PMP)
Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
Timeline
Information Security Analyst
Assured Network Defense Systems LLC
09.2019 - Current
Cyber Risk Associate
Info-Tech Research Group
02.2017 - 09.2019
Project Management Associate
Insight Global
06.2015 - 02.2017
Project Management Professional Certificate August -
University of Southern Denmark
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administration
CompTIA Security+ Certified.
ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Project Management Professional Certificate (PMP)
Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
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