Uyisco Obasogie
@uyiscoobasogie
Experienced Cybersecurity Analyst with a decade of expertise in risk management.
What I'm looking for
I am a highly motivated Cybersecurity Analyst with over 10 years of hands-on experience in securing IT infrastructure and mitigating risks for financial institutions. My expertise lies in implementing robust security protocols, managing incident response, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. I have a proven track record of safeguarding sensitive data and continuously monitoring systems for vulnerabilities to protect organizational assets.
Throughout my career, I have successfully conducted comprehensive security risk assessments, led incident response activities, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures. My commitment to driving security awareness and fostering collaboration has strengthened the security posture of the organizations I have worked with. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in governance, risk, and compliance to contribute to a safer digital environment.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Cybersecurity Analyst
GreenSky
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Conducted comprehensive security risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation strategies to safeguard financial data and infrastructure. Led incident response activities, coordinating with cross-functional teams to contain and resolve security incidents in real time, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
GRC Analyst
GreenSky
Mar 2023 - Jan 2024 (10 months)
Developed, implemented, and oversaw governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) strategies to ensure alignment with regulatory standards such as SOX, PCI DSS, and NIST. Led risk assessments and internal audits, identifying areas for improvement in policies, controls, and security practices to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
Cybersecurity Analyst
Axos Financial
Oct 2021 - Feb 2023 (1 year 4 months)
Conducted regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, providing actionable insights and remediation plans to address security gaps. Collaborated with compliance teams to ensure Axos Financial met all regulatory requirements, including SOX, PCI DSS, and HIPAA, improving audit success rate by 20%.
Information Security Analyst
Square Inc.
Jun 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years 3 months)
Managed security incidents, including root cause analysis and remediation, reducing downtime and improving response times by 35%. Implemented security measures for cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure) to protect payment processing applications from unauthorized access.
Security Operations Analyst
LendingClub
Jun 2017 - May 2019 (1 year 11 months)
Monitored and analyzed security alerts, proactively identifying and mitigating potential threats before they could affect critical systems. Assisted in the design and implementation of a secure cloud infrastructure, improving data protection for sensitive customer information.
KYC Senior Officer
SunTrust Bank
Feb 2014 - May 2017 (3 years 3 months)
Fostered strong working relationships with teammates, line managers, and cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and achieve organizational goals. Managed the end-to-end client KYC process for 300+ clients annually, liaising across business units, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and streamlining operational workflows.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Seoul
Masters, Urban Planning and Administration
Completed a Master's degree focusing on urban planning and administration. Gained expertise in the strategic development and management of urban environments.
Ambrose Alli University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Developed a strong foundation in business principles, management, and administrative practices.
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