Uwem Essien
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Results-driven Risk Analyst with 7+ years of experience in vulnerability management, IT audit, risk assessment, and governance across regulated industries. Proven ability to develop and implement risk-based frameworks, manage vulnerability lifecycle processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen security posture. Certified in CISA, Security+, and AWS Cloud with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Currently pursuing Cybersecurity degree.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Internal Auditor
Gelson’s Corporation
06.2021 - Current
- Designed and executed risk-based IT, operational, and financial audits aligned with SOX and MAR requirements, enhancing the control environment and risk mitigation.
- Developed and implemented control testing and vulnerability assessment frameworks using RSA Archer and AuditBoard, improving audit coverage by 25%.
- Led governance initiatives by establishing roles, responsibilities, and escalation procedures for audit and risk issues across departments.
- Collaborated with security and enterprise risk teams to integrate vulnerability management into organizational workflows, driving risk-based decision-making.
- Delivered clear executive reports highlighting control weaknesses, remediation plans, and KPIs to senior leadership.
- Spearheaded training programs for audit controls and cybersecurity awareness, fostering a security-conscious culture across business units.
Junior IT Auditor
Air Tech Solutions
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Supported vulnerability and compliance assessments for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), validating IT General Controls (ITGC) and access controls.
- Conducted SOX readiness audits and contributed to remediation strategies with cross-functional teams.
- Assisted in developing automation scripts (Python) for control testing, improving audit efficiency by 15%.
- Facilitated communication with stakeholders on audit progress and risk posture through detailed reports.
Education
Associate Degree - Cybersecurity
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Ogun State University
Ogunquit, ME01.2017
Skills
- Vulnerability Management Program Development & Governance
- Risk Assessment & Prioritization (Risk-based Vulnerability Scoring)
- Security Frameworks & Standards: NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS
- GRC & Audit Tools: RSA Archer, AuditBoard, JIRA, Google Suite
- Stakeholder Collaboration & Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Incident Response & Remediation Workflows
- Reporting & Metrics: KPIs, Executive-Level Risk Communication
- Certifications: CISA Security AWS Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) SAFe 60
- Technical Skills: Basic Python Automation, Project Management
Websites
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Keywords incorporated for ATS & role alignment: Vulnerability Management, Risk Assessment, Governance, Risk-Based Prioritization, IT Audit, SOX, MAR, Control Testing, RSA Archer, AuditBoard, Cross-functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Incident Response, Remediation, Security Frameworks, KPIs, Training & Awareness, Cloud Security (AWS, Azure), Automation, Python, Executive Reporting, ISO 27001, CISA
Training
- Advanced Penetration Testing – Offensive Security
- Data Privacy & Security – Coursera
- Cloud Security Fundamentals – LinkedIn Learning
Timeline
Senior Internal Auditor
Gelson’s Corporation
06.2021 - Current
Junior IT Auditor
Air Tech Solutions
05.2018 - 05.2021
Associate Degree - Cybersecurity
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Ogun State University
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