OLUWASEUN LIJOKA
Lethbridge,Alberta
Summary
Modern Lecturer with extensive knowledge of integrating technology into classrooms for increased student interest. Expert in information security, data analysis, and public speaking. Skilled in ITAC, ITGC, and Compliance Management with proven history of delivering exceptional risk management support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lecturer (Statistics)
University Of Lethbridge
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted collaboration among students through group projects and presentations, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
Information Technology Auditor (Remote)
Calidora Technologies
01.2019 - Current
- Conduct confidential and complex technological operations and integrated audits
- Evaluate and review IT general, financial, and application controls, and report baseline testing to identify process inefficiencies, and provide suggestions to improve internal controls
- Perform timely review of system control narratives, periodic maintenance work papers, and other documentation
- Review pre and post implementation of SDLC and new information system initiatives
- Participate in enterprise-wide risk assessment efforts, planning and scoping of IT General (ITGC) and IT Application Controls (ITAC testing)
- Involve in all phases of audit projects, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow up.
- Enhanced IT security by conducting comprehensive audits and identifying potential risks within organization.
- Developed detailed audit reports to assist management in implementing appropriate security measures for optimal data protection.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to industry best practices, resulting in improved cybersecurity posture.
- Evaluated internal controls and processes, streamlining workflows for increased efficiency and risk mitigation.
- Assessed compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely remediation of identified issues and avoiding potential penalties.
Researcher (Theoretical Computing)
University Of Lethbridge
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Modeling and developing algorithms using heuristic approaches, computer data structures, and various optimization techniques.
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Published high-impact articles in peer-reviewed journals, enhancing the reputation of the organization.
Mathematics Lecturer
Federal University of Agriculture
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Assisted department head in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and relevance to current trends in mathematics education.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to explore alternative problem-solving strategies during class discussions and exercises.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles among students, resulting in more equitable access to course content for all learners.
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into lesson plans.
Education
Ph.D. - Theoretical And Computational Science
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, Alberta02.2023
Ph.D. - Mathematics
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland06.2017
Master of Science - Applied Mathematics
African Institute For Mathematical Sciences
Ghana06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Mathematics
Federal University of Technology
Akure, Nigeria12.2009
Skills
- Academic Publication
- Discussion Facilitation
- Lecture development
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Operational Risk
- Risk Management
- Business Process Improvement
- Analytical Thinking
- Data Analysis
- Microsoft Office
- R-Programming, Python, SPSS, and MATLAB
- ITGC and ITAC
- SOX Testing
- Vendor Management
- SOC 1, SOC 2, and SDLC,
- Third-Party Risk
- Change Management
- Project Management
- Internal Control Testing
- SQL
- Information Security
- Compliance Management
Websites
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Auditor(CISA)
- Scrum Master (in view)
- First Aid and CPR Certificate
Affiliations
- Edinburgh Mathematics Society (EMS)
- Fellow of Higher Education Academy (AFHEA) UK
- Canada Operational Research Society (CORS)
Select Presentations
- Canadian Operational Research Society conference on optimization and operation research (Virtual Conference) (06/2021)
- Partial Differential Equations Software Framework, University of Warwick United Kingdom (07/2016)
- Mathematics of Finite Elements and Application, Brunel University London, United Kingdom (06/2016)
- Edinburgh Mathematical Society Postgraduate Students' Meeting (06/2015)
- 15th Region College Modelling and Optimization, Institute of Mathematical Sciences Ghana (05/2013)
Select Publications
- Journal Papers, Capacity provisioning for evacuation on path networks, R. Benkoczi, O.F. Lijoka, 2022, https://doi.org/10.1002/net.22118
- Journal Papers, A Trefftz polynomial space-time discontinuous Galerkin method for the second order wave equation, L. Banjai, E.H. Georgoulis, O.F. Lijoka, 2017, https://doi.org/10.1137/16M1065744
- Conferences, Capacity allocation on dynamic networks, R. Benkoczi, O.F. Lijoka, 2021, The 62nd Annual Conference Canada Operational Research Society, Virtual, 06/7 - 06/10
- Conferences, A Trefftz space-time discontinuous Galerkin method for telegraph equation, L. Banjai, O.F. Lijoka, 2016, MAFELAP conference Brunel, United Kingdom, 06/14 - 06/17
Extracurricular Activities
- Leader of Optimization Research Students from 09/2019 to 10/2022 at the University of Lethbridge, Alberta
- Emergency Response Team Member of Canada Red Cross from 05/2019 - Present
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Lecturer (Statistics)
University Of Lethbridge
08.2023 - Current
Researcher (Theoretical Computing)
University Of Lethbridge
01.2023 - 08.2023
Information Technology Auditor (Remote)
Calidora Technologies
01.2019 - Current
Mathematics Lecturer
Federal University of Agriculture
05.2018 - 09.2018
Ph.D. - Theoretical And Computational Science
University of Lethbridge
Ph.D. - Mathematics
Heriot-Watt University
Master of Science - Applied Mathematics
African Institute For Mathematical Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Mathematics
Federal University of Technology
- Certified Information Systems Auditor(CISA)
- Scrum Master (in view)
- First Aid and CPR Certificate
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