Sindou Cisse
Aurora,CO
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional pursuing a career in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and ongoing cybersecurity education at Cyber Qubits. Proven track record in managing regulatory compliance, vendor risk assessments, and data protection strategies. Recognized for academic excellence, consistently making the Black Hills State University Dean's List from 2021 to 2023 and earning the RMAC Academic Honor Roll in 2023. A former collegiate athlete with a full basketball scholarship, showcasing exceptional teamwork, leadership, and discipline. Key achievements include being a starting player in the NCAA DII Final Four (2022 & 2023), selection to the NCAA Regional All-Tournament Team, and multiple honors such as Second Team All RMAC and RMAC All-Tournament Team. Equipped with a robust skill set in risk management, incident response, and compliance with industry regulations, ready to contribute effectively to an organization's data governance and security initiatives
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Eligibility Tech I
City and County of Denver
06.2024 - Current
- Assessed and processed applications for public assistance programs, ensuring compliance with government regulations and safeguarding sensitive personal data
- Applied risk management techniques by identifying discrepancies in documentation and preventing fraud in eligibility determinations
- Maintained accurate records and prepared reports for audits and reviews, supporting governance and regulatory compliance
- Collaborated with internal teams and external agencies to resolve issues, ensuring timely and compliant program delivery
Bank Teller
Wells Fargo
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Provided daily customer service, processing deposits, withdrawals, and payments while maintaining accuracy in cash handling and transaction management
- Ensured compliance with banking regulations (BSA, AML) and internal policies, as well as PCI DSS standards, to protect cardholder data during payment processing
- Identified and mitigated fraud risks, maintaining accurate financial records, adhering to data protection protocols, and supporting audit processes
- Reported suspicious activities to management, contributing to the organization's overall risk management and security strategy
Corrections Officer
Lawrence County
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Monitored inmate activities and enforced facility regulations, ensuring compliance with security protocols and safeguarding sensitive criminal justice data in accordance with U.S
- Department of Justice and FBI CJIS Security policies
- Followed strict procedures to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of law enforcement and inmate information, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations
- Conducted thorough incident reports and documented policy violations, supporting internal audits and legal investigations while adhering to CJIS Security standards
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to report suspicious behavior, contributing to the overall safety, security, and risk mitigation of the facility
Education
Certification - Cyber Security Candidate
Cyber Qubits
Denver, CO02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD01.2023
Associate's degree - Business Administration
Western Wyoming Community College
Rock Springs, WY01.2020
Skills
- Risk Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Data Protection Compliance
- Technical Acumen
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Vendor Risk Management
- Compliance with Cybersecurity Standards
- Technical Security Controls
- Audit Preparation and Documentation
- Information Security Governance
- Information Security Frameworks
References
References available upon request
Awards
- Black Hill State University Dean's List (2021-2023)
- RMAC Academic Honor Roll (2023)
- BHSU Men's Basketball (2020-2022)
- BHSU- Men's Basketball Full Scholarship (2020-2023)
- NCAA DII Final Four Starting Lineup (2022 & 2023)
- NCAA Regional All-Tournament Team (2021 & 2022)
- RMAC All-Tournament Team (2021 & 2022)
- Second Team All RMAC (2021 & 2022)
- WWCC Men's Basketball Team (2018-2020)
- WWCC-Men's Basketball Full Scholarship (2018-2020)
- NJCAA Region IX Championship (2020)
Timeline
Eligibility Tech I
City and County of Denver
06.2024 - Current
Corrections Officer
Lawrence County
04.2022 - 04.2023
Bank Teller
Wells Fargo
09.2020 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business
Black Hills State University
Associate's degree - Business Administration
Western Wyoming Community College
Certification - Cyber Security Candidate
Cyber Qubits
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