Farai J.
IT and Cybersecurity Auditor
Experience
IT and Cybersecurity Auditor
Bakertilly
- Conduct comprehensive IT audits and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Plan and execute IT audits to evaluate internal controls and assess overall security posture.
- Perform compliance evaluations and control assessments to enhance operational integrity.
- Identify vulnerabilities and potential areas of improvement in IT systems and infrastructure through systematic risk assessments and recommend remediation strategies.
- Review incident response processes to ensure timely and effective handling of security incidents.
- Develop and execute audit plans and strategies, including scope definition, resource allocation, and timeline management.
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security measures and improve system resilience.
- Develop and deliver training and awareness programs for staff to foster a culture of cybersecurity.
- Prepare detailed reports on audit findings and recommendations for stakeholders.
- Conduct stakeholder engagement sessions to communicate audit results and policy changes.
- Review and update policies to align with the best practices and regulatory requirements.
IT Auditor
Dream93 Technologies
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
- Developed and executed audit plans to ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulations.
- Evaluated internal controls and performed compliance checks to enhance operational efficiency.
- Analysed data and generated reports to support decision-making and strategic planning.
- Managed follow-up audits to verify implementation of recommendations and corrective actions.
- Provided training and guidance to staff on auditing practices and compliance standards.
Summary
Results-driven IT Audit and Risk Management professional with over 5 years of extensive experience in cybersecurity, risk assessment, data privacy and compliance. Proven expertise in identifying risks, evaluating controls, and ensuring regulatory compliance across diverse industries. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and NIST Cybersecurity Framework expert with deep knowledge of IT governance, audit, and security best practices. Actively seeking a position in IT audit, cybersecurity, assurance, risk, or compliance to leverage my expertise in internal controls and cybersecurity, driving improved operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Languages
Education
Midlands State University
Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications, Honors · Telecommunications · Gweru, Zimbabwe
Master of Cybersecurity · Cybersecurity
Certifications & licenses
ISO/IEC 27001 Certified Lead Auditor
Mastermind, USA
Nist Cyber Security Consultant
PECB, Canada
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
ISACA, USA
AWS Cloud Practitioner
USA
Python (CS50)
Harvard University, USA
Project Management
Catholic University, Zimbabwe
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