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STEPHEN N. IWU

STEPHEN N. IWU

Commerce Twp.,MI

Summary

GRC Analyst with 6+ years’ experience in developing and implementing governance, risk management, and compliance strategies. Proficient in translating intricate regulatory requirements into practical, organization-wide solutions. Experienced in identifying vulnerabilities and implementing effective controls to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. Known for achieving a 30% decline in compliance violations through data-driven risk assessments and process enhancements.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

GRC Analyst

Accenture LLC
Detroit, USA
05.2022 - Current
  • Guided the development and execution of comprehensive GRC strategies, delivering a notable 25% reduction in compliance violations within the first year
  • Conducted regular, in-depth risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, resulting in a substantial 30% decrease in potential security threats
  • Led and coordinated cross-functional teams in compliance audits, ensuring strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements
  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders, streamlining and optimizing critical processes, boosting operational efficiency by an impressive 15%
  • Assumed a pivotal role in mentoring and training junior analysts, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance
  • Pioneered the implementation of automated compliance monitoring systems, saving 20 hours per week previously spent on manual data analysis
  • Produced detailed reports and presentations for executive management, empowering well-informed decision-making processes
  • Played a vital part in the development of a robust risk mitigation framework, reducing corporate exposure by a substantial 18%
  • Designing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with NIST, PCI, CMS, ISO, SOX, HIPAA, and HITECH for secure information systems
  • Proficiently managed and streamlined organizational workflows by leveraging Microsoft Office 365 tools (Outlook, Teams), ServiceNow, Box Content Management Platform, and Workday Workforce Management Platform, ensuring seamless collaboration, efficient document management, and effective workforce administration.

Compliance Manager

MindTree Company
Warren, USA
05.2020 - 03.2022
  • Held a crucial role in overseeing comprehensive compliance initiatives, which led to a remarkable 15% increase in regulatory compliance scores
  • Performed comprehensive and detailed compliance audits and crafted action plans to rectify identified deficiencies, ensuring steadfast adherence to industry standards
  • Established and nurtured relationships with key regulatory bodies, facilitating smoother and more effective compliance interactions
  • Partnered with legal and HR teams to ensure strict adherence to established policies and procedures, thereby minimizing legal risks
  • Designed and executed impactful compliance training programs, raising staff awareness and reducing compliance-related incidents by a substantial 25%
  • Designed and implemented a comprehensive compliance documentation system, slashing data retrieval time by a noteworthy 30%.

Business and IT Risk Analyst

JP Associates Company
Columbia, USA
11.2017 - 04.2020
  • Implemented risk evaluations, identifying vulnerabilities and resulting in a significant 25% reduction in security threats
  • Maintained, monitored, and regularly updated risk registers, ensuring the prompt mitigation of high-impact risks
  • Collaborated with IT teams, conducting system vulnerability assessments and enhancing overall cybersecurity protocols
  • Performed an in-depth analysis of IT policies and procedures, leading to a commendable 15% reduction in non-compliance incidents
  • Pioneered the development and implementation of a comprehensive risk-awareness training program for employees, notably reducing human error-related incidents by an impactful 20%
  • Facilitated compliance audits, resulting in a substantial 15% improvement in regulatory compliance scores.

Education

Associate Degree - Information Technology Health Informatics

Baker College

Bachelor - Computer Engineering

MindTreAkintolaAkintola University of Technology, Nigeria

Skills

  • Risk Assessment & Management
  • Regulatory Compliance(GDPR, PCI, HIPAA, SOX, SOC2)
  • Audit and Monitoring
  • Vendor Risk Management
  • ServiceNow Proficiency
  • Documentation Management
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation
  • Communication & Stakeholder Management
  • Training and Education
  • Incident Response Planning
  • Data Privacy Management
  • Policy Development and Implementation
  • IT Security Frameworks (NIST, CSF, ISO 27001, HITRUST, COBIT)

Certification

  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner-Associate
  • AWS Solutions Architect-Associate
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals

Accomplishments

  • Spearheaded the creation and delivery of customized security awareness training programs for employees, resulting in a 25% decrease in security incidents.
  • Pinpointed opportunities for process optimization within the GRC function, resulting in a 15% reduction in operational costs while maintaining a high level of data security and compliance.
  • Devised and executed a timely risk mitigation strategy that identified and resolved potential compliance gaps, thereby enhancing the organization's security posture and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Technical Acumen

  • AWS
  • Linux Systems
  • Git
  • Jenkins
  • Terraform
  • Tomcat

Timeline

GRC Analyst

Accenture LLC
05.2022 - Current

Compliance Manager

MindTree Company
05.2020 - 03.2022

Business and IT Risk Analyst

JP Associates Company
11.2017 - 04.2020

Associate Degree - Information Technology Health Informatics

Baker College

Bachelor - Computer Engineering

MindTreAkintolaAkintola University of Technology, Nigeria

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