Tobi Akintola
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Cybersecurity professional with 7+ years of experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF), cybersecurity data automation, and sustainment activities across federal environments. Proven expertise in developing Power BI dashboards, maintaining RMF and eMASS documentation, managing portfolios of systems, and translating complex cybersecurity data into actionable insights for technical and executive stakeholders. Analyze security events, threat signatures, correlated search algorithms, and external threat intelligence and recommend and apply security practices to minimize the threat to the SOC services organization(s) Using SOAR Analysis. Support Security Operations Center in a 24x7x365 environment. Conduct vulnerability analysis, threat detection, incident response, and system hardening aligned with NIST and FedRAMP standards.
Experienced analyst prepared for this role with strong focus on data interpretation, financial modeling, and strategic planning. Known for collaboration and delivering results, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable. Skilled in data visualization, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication. Employers value analytical mindset, teamwork, and consistent performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Defense Analyst (Program ISSM Support)
Epsilon, Inc.
11.2021 - Current
- Support cybersecurity data automation initiatives and RMF sustainment for multiple federal systems.
- Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports to communicate cybersecurity posture, vulnerabilities, POA&M status, and compliance metrics.
- Perform in-depth reviews of eMASS packages ensuring accuracy, completeness, and quality of RMF artifacts.
- Maintain system security documentation including SSPs, control implementations, and continuous monitoring evidence.
- Manage cybersecurity metrics and documentation across a portfolio of systems as Program ISSM.
- Analyze sustainment data to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation and data reuse opportunities.
- Collaborate with geographically separated teams to prioritize and remediate cybersecurity findings.
- Ensure cybersecurity requirements are incorporated into system designs and updates.
Journeyman staff sergeant (SSgt) E5
Air National Guard
06.2020 - Current
- Manage Force Support operations, procurement activities, and facility management for service readiness.
- Develop and maintain information security policies and procedures aligned with federal and Air Force requirements.
- Promote physical fitness and readiness, ensuring compliance with unit readiness objectives.
Information Systems Designer Analyst
ERT
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Mapped clinical protocols to secure software design, managed access controls and design documentation.
- Prevented and detected cyber threats via monitoring and intrusion detection tools.
- Coordinated design reviews and technical policy assessments with stakeholders.
IT Risk Analyst – Compliance
Black Box Corporation
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Conducted RMF-aligned risk assessments and developed governance documentation for enterprise systems.
- Maintained compliance metrics and reporting artifacts to support system authorizations.
- Supported system integration efforts with a focus on data protection, access controls, and audit readiness.
Information Systems Security Officer / Project Manager
UHG (Client: UPMC)
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Supported secure system integrations ensuring RMF and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver secure system implementations and documented cybersecurity controls.
- Assisted with vulnerability tracking, remediation planning, and security reporting.
Information Technology Risk Specialist
Aetna
08.2016 - 02.2017
- Participated in analyzing, planning, designing, developing, testing, and maintaining support systems and workflows.
- Write epics, user stories, acceptance criteria, and tasks in Jira and provide ongoing quality checks on work in progress with the Product Lead to help avoid costly or disruptive errors.
- Supported in assessing risks and issues and developing mitigation and resolution strategies.
- Utilize problem-solving and analytical skills to support current processes and assist in creating process improvements.
Education
MBA - Supply Chain Management
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
BSc - Marketing
Babcock University
Skills
- Risk management framework expertise
- Cybersecurity data analysis
- Power BI dashboard creation
- SharePoint proficiency
- ISSM program management
- Vulnerability management
- Development and monitoring of POA&M
- Stakeholder reporting
- Understanding of DevSecOps practices
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of six in the development of a proprietary CRM software suite.
- Resolved product interface navigation issues through iterative consumer testing.
- Achieved a 15% reduction in processing time by completing quarterly data audits with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved legacy code vulnerabilities, which led to enhanced system security and zero downtime during the 2025 Q1 launch.
- Achieved a 98% client satisfaction rating through effectively helping with high-volume technical support tickets.
Certification
- CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570 IAT II)
- CySA+ Cybersecurity Analyst
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
- CISSP (In Progress)
Timeline
Cybersecurity Defense Analyst (Program ISSM Support)
Epsilon, Inc.
11.2021 - Current
Journeyman staff sergeant (SSgt) E5
Air National Guard
06.2020 - Current
Information Systems Designer Analyst
ERT
10.2019 - 10.2020
IT Risk Analyst – Compliance
Black Box Corporation
02.2018 - 04.2019
Information Systems Security Officer / Project Manager
UHG (Client: UPMC)
06.2017 - 02.2018
Information Technology Risk Specialist
Aetna
08.2016 - 02.2017
BSc - Marketing
Babcock University
MBA - Supply Chain Management
Indiana University of Pennsylvania