Wusen Isong
@wusenisong
Seasoned information security leader driving governance, risk reduction, and secure transformation.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned information security leader with over 20 years securing enterprise environments through strategic cybersecurity programs and governance. I hold an MSc in Information Technology and certifications including CISSP, CISM, CISA, CompTIA Security+ and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer.
I have designed and delivered ISO 27001 and NIST-based governance models, Zero Trust solutions, IAM frameworks, and end-to-end security programs aligned with business objectives. I led state-wide IT security modernization that cut costs by 80% and reduced incidents by 30%.
My hands-on technical experience spans cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), SIEM, SOAR, vulnerability management, IAM/PAM, DLP, forensics and DevSecOps integrations. I improved audit readiness and compliance posture with automation, reducing audit timelines by 20% and phishing success rates by 60% through tailored training.
I am a trusted advisor who partners with executives and cross-functional teams to align security with digital transformation, streamline audit processes, and drive measurable risk reduction and resilience.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Principal Consultant Cyber Security
MicroAdyears International
Jul 2019 - Present (6 years 3 months)
Delivered Zero Trust solutions, IAM frameworks, and ISO 27001/NIST-based governance models, leading a state-wide IT security modernization that cut costs by 80% and reduced incidents by 30%.
Cybersecurity Specialist & Risk Manager
MicroAdyears International
Mar 2011 - Jun 2019 (8 years 3 months)
Led enterprise risk assessments (STRIDE/PASTA), conducted gap analyses and audits, integrated SIEM/IDS/MFA, and decreased cybersecurity incidents by 30% through structured response frameworks.
Information Security Specialist
Trinity Mirror Group
Jun 2010 - Mar 2011 (9 months)
Led GRC initiatives to achieve ISO 27001 and SOC 2 compliance, conducted root-cause incident analysis and recovery, and reduced phishing success rate by 60% via custom security training.
IT Manager
Strata Health Solutions
Jan 2009 - Apr 2010 (1 year 3 months)
Oversaw HIPAA compliance and third-party risk governance, directed IT-NHS network integration achieving 98% uptime, and reduced HIPAA certification time by 20%.
System/Network Support Analyst
Royal Bank of Scotland
Jan 2007 - Dec 2008 (1 year 11 months)
Provided end-user and network support across banking infrastructure and implemented DR and backup protocols, cutting recovery time by 30%.
Research Consultant
Software Development Research Lab
Sep 2006 - Oct 2007 (1 year 1 month)
Conducted research and development projects in software engineering supporting lab initiatives and publications during a one-year engagement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
De Montfort University
Master of Science, Information Technology
2007 - 2007
Completed MSc in Information Technology at De Montfort University in Leicester, UK.
University of Calabar
Bachelor of Science, Physics/Electronics
1998 - 1998
Completed BSc in Physics/Electronics at the University of Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria.
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