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Jacob Alabi

@jacobalabi

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Accomplished IT Audit and Compliance Engineer with a passion for governance.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my IT audit expertise in a collaborative environment, with opportunities for professional growth and a focus on innovative compliance solutions.

I am an accomplished IT Audit and Compliance Engineer with over three years of experience in ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing IT governance across complex systems. My proficiency in frameworks such as COBIT and ISO 27001, along with my ongoing pursuit of CISA certification, empowers me to deliver high-impact IT audit and risk management solutions. I thrive in dynamic, innovative environments and am eager to support global teams from the UK.

In my current role at TPICAP, I conduct control assessments and transaction reviews, ensuring compliance with various regulatory standards including SOC 2 and GDPR. My key achievements include leading risk assessments that mitigated vulnerabilities by 20% and designing audit procedures that streamlined compliance evidence collection by 15%. I am passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to enhance system monitoring and bolster risk management.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

IT Audit and Compliance Engineer

Current

TPICAP

Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Conduct control assessments and transaction reviews ensuring compliance with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and GDPR. Apply COBIT to strengthen IT governance and evaluate controls across ERP and infrastructure. Support global audits by preparing workpapers and developing IT policies.

ISO 27001 SOC ERP Systems IT Risk Management Compliance Vulnerability Assessment

Current

IT Audit and Compliance Engineer

Current

TPICAP

Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)

ISO 27001 GDPR SOC Risk Management ERP Systems

Test Engineer

TPICAP

Aug 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Designed and executed tests for microservices and integrations, ensuring quality and compliance in IT systems. Partnered with developers to automate testing processes, improving system reliability.

Microservices Testing Automation Testing Quality Assurance Reliability

Test Engineer

TPICAP

Aug 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Designed and executed tests for microservices and integrations, ensuring quality and compliance in IT systems. Partnered with developers to automate testing processes, improving system reliability.

Microservices Testing Automation Testing Quality Assurance Design Testing Integration Testing Risk Management

Quality Assurance Analyst

Barclays Bank

Feb 2020 - Jul 2021 (1 year 5 months)

Developed and executed test cases leveraging SQL for backend validation and risk analysis. Automated UI testing with Selenium WebDriver, ensuring compliance and maintaining traceability.

SQL Selenium Webdriver Test Automation Risk Analysis Agile Methodologies Regression Testing

Quality Assurance Analyst

Debenhams Plc

Apr 2017 - Jul 2018 (1 year 3 months)

Executed manual regression and functional testing, validating IT enhancements. Engaged in client walkthroughs to refine requirements and ensure system readiness.

Manual Testing Regression Testing SQL Client Engagement Functional Testing Process Improvement

Quality Assurance Analyst

Barclays Bank

Feb 2020 - Jul 2021 (1 year 5 months)

Developed and executed test cases leveraging SQL for backend validation. Engaged in Scrum sessions for clear communication and risk resolution, automating UI testing with Selenium WebDriver.

SQL Selenium Webdriver Risk Analysis Automation Testing Scrum

Software Test Analyst

Extreme Live Gaming

Dec 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 1 month)

Created and managed test scenarios in Jira, collaborating in Agile stand-ups to drive end-to-end testing and risk mitigation. Enhanced oversight with updated traceability matrices.

Jira Agile Methodology End To End Testing Risk Mitigation Reporting Regression Testing

Software Test Analyst

Extreme Live Gaming

Dec 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 1 month)

Created and managed test scenarios, producing reports for stakeholders. Collaborated in Agile stand-ups to drive end-to-end testing and risk mitigation.

Jira Test Management Agile Risk Mitigation Test Reporting End To End Testing

Quality Assurance Analyst

Debenhams Plc

Apr 2017 - Nov 2018 (1 year 7 months)

Executed manual regression and functional testing, validating IT enhancements and supporting risk assessments. Engaged in client walkthroughs to refine requirements.

Manual Testing Regression Testing Functional Testing SQL Risk Assessment Client Engagement Quality Assurance

Business Manager

Bizrusonline UK Ltd

Jul 2014 - Feb 2017 (2 years 7 months)

Designed strategies and managed resources to achieve business goals. Conducted budget analyses and performance reviews to drive operational efficiency.

Business Strategy Resource Management Performance Reviews Risk Assessment Team Leadership

Business Manager

Bizrusonline UK Ltd

Jul 2014 - Feb 2017 (2 years 7 months)

Designed strategies and managed resources to achieve business goals, conducting budget analyses and performance reviews to drive operational efficiency.

Business Strategy Resource Management Performance Reviews Risk Assessment Leadership

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CISA

CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor, IT Audit

Pursuing CISA certification, focusing on IT audit, control, and security.

University of London

Bachelor of Technology (Hons), Agricultural Economics

Bachelor of Technology (Hons) in Agricultural Economics and Extension, focusing on the application of technology in agricultural practices and economic principles.