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Victoria James

Summary

I am a Cyber security Subject Matter Expert (SME) with extensive experience in internal control design and assessment, vulnerability management, risk management development, security risk assessment, business continuity and disaster recovery, change management, and application system reviews. As a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), I specialize in implementing security frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring regulatory compliance. I am highly collaborative and possess a deep understanding of the dynamic IT regulatory compliance environment, particularly in security development, implementation, and assessment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cyber security Analyst

LOGINET INC.
09.2024 - Current
  • Developed, reviewed, and implemented security policies, processes, and program documents aligned with regulatory and framework requirements
  • Conducted technical reviews and performed quality control on project deliverables
  • Led in-depth research and analysis to achieve project objectives
  • Conducted third-party vendor risk assessments, reviewing completed risk questionnaires and documentation
  • Managed vendor documentation, coordinating with control functions and identifying risks, gaps, and compliance issues
  • Assisted business units in risk mitigation strategies and action plans
  • Performed vulnerability management, SOC audit reviews, and risk register updates
  • Provided operational risk management support and assisted senior stakeholders in supplier management

Vendor information Risk specialist

Grantex S.A.
03.2022 - 08.2024
  • Acted as the primary liaison for vendor risk management, ensuring compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS
  • Reviewed vendor documentation, conducted risk assessments, and managed security control validation
  • Monitored vendor performance and SLAs, escalating issues as necessary
  • Led ongoing monitoring activities of supplier relationships, ensuring security and compliance requirements were met
  • Assisted in security authorization packages and regulatory audits
  • Created and maintained security assessment templates and compliance documentation

Security Risk Specialist

G3 Consulting
08.2019 - 03.2022
  • Conducted IT risk assessments, root cause analysis, and control evaluations
  • Provided detailed risk analysis reports and recommendations for remediation
  • Led compliance testing efforts and regulatory audits
  • Developed corrective actions and risk mitigation strategies
  • Supported security awareness training initiatives and incident response planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Information Technology

University of Benin

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) -

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) -

Certified in Cybersecurity -

Herzing Collage

ISO/270001 -

Skills

  • Information System Security
  • IT Auditing
  • ITIL
  • Risk Assessment
  • IT Security
  • Control Testing
  • Operational Risk Incident Management
  • Business Continuity Planning
  • Regulatory Frameworks
  • Process/Risk/Control Frameworks
  • GRC Tools
  • Vulnerability Management Tools
  • Security Tools
  • Compliance & Frameworks
  • Cloud Security
  • Risk Management
  • Programming & Scripting
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Attention to Detail
  • Process Optimization

Timeline

Cyber security Analyst

LOGINET INC.
09.2024 - Current

Vendor information Risk specialist

Grantex S.A.
03.2022 - 08.2024

Security Risk Specialist

G3 Consulting
08.2019 - 03.2022

Bachelor’s Degree - Information Technology

University of Benin

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) -

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) -

Certified in Cybersecurity -

Herzing Collage

ISO/270001 -

Victoria James