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Valerie Koduah

Toulouse

Summary

Searching for an Information system auditor position in a growth oriented Organization. Bringing enhanced analytical skills to navigate complex challenges, whether working independently or collaboratively. As a team player, valuing diverse perspectives and contributing constructively, with communication skills facilitating transparent information exchange, which is crucial for achieving organizational goals. approaching work with adaptability, a commitment to continuous learning, and a positive mindset. Proactive problem-solving and attention to detail ensure tasks are completed with precision and excellence. Hoping to contribute to team success and to continuously refine my skill set for professional growth. In a high-pressure project meeting, analyzing evidence procured during assessments to identify key trends, showcasing your analytical skills. then collaborating seamlessly with team members, delegating tasks effectively and inspiring them towards a shared goal, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and leadership. Through clear and concise communication, you articulate actionable strategies to resolve issues, showcasing your problem-solving skills and ensuring project success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IT Auditor ( Contractor)

ATOS
Beznos
10.2022 - Current
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential threats, vulnerabilities, and impacts on the company's information systems
  • Ensure that the organization adheres to regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies, with a focus on NIST RMF & CSF Using the NIST SP 800 Series as a guide
  • Develop audit plans based on the NIST RMF, outlining the scope, objectives, and methodologies for assessing the effectiveness of information security controls, documentation such as the NIST SP 800-53 was used to create audit plans
  • Drafted reports summarizing audit results while highlighting any irregularities or inconsistencies found during the process.
  • Perform testing of security controls (ST&E) to verify their design and operational effectiveness in mitigating identified risks and Conduct SCAs to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of security controls
  • Review, update and assess documentation related to the NIST RMF process, including security plans (SSPs), risk assessments, Security Assessment Report, Plan of actions and Milestones (POAMs) and security control documentation.
  • Conducted audits on internal controls and developed reports on findings.

System Administrator

NIIT
Accra
07.2020 - 11.2022
  • Regularly update and maintain software and networks
  • Configured and maintained system hardware, software and network components.
  • Performed regular backups of critical data and documents.
  • Participated in design reviews, code inspections, test plan creation and execution.
  • Implement and enforce security measures to protect data and systems
  • Create, modify, and delete user accounts with proper access permissions
  • Develop and execute backup strategies for data protection and efficient recovery.

Data Entry Specialist

Avanash Industry Limited
Tema
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Accurately input and update information into databases and systems
  • Ensure data accuracy and integrity through thorough review and validation
  • Efficiently manage and organize large volumes of data for easy retrieval
  • Meet deadlines for data entry tasks to ensure timely and reliable information
  • Collaborate with team members to clarify data requirements and address discrepancies.
  • Utilized various software applications to enter, update, verify, and retrieve data efficiently.
  • Maintained client confidence by keeping information confidential.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics and French

University Of Ghana
Ghana
07-2023

Diplôme D’Université D’Études Française (DUEF) - French Language And Literature

Université De Jean Jaurès
Toulouse

Skills

  • Network and system Security
  • Risk Assessment and Management
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Audit Coordination
  • Process evaluations
  • Risk mitigation strategies
  • Report Writing
  • Deficiency documentation

Certification

  • Database Analytics and Management From NIIT
  • Microsoft Office Suite NIIT
  • Certified Information System Auditor CISA ( In Progress)
  • Comptia Security+ (In progress)

Technology Summary

  • Oracle and My SQL DBMS
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Suite
  • Windows
  • Microsoft Azure Sentinel
  • SharePoint
  • Splunk (SIEM)
  • Service now
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Zoom
  • GRC Tools (Archer)

Languages

English
First Language
French
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

IT Auditor ( Contractor)

ATOS
10.2022 - Current

System Administrator

NIIT
07.2020 - 11.2022

Data Entry Specialist

Avanash Industry Limited
03.2018 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Economics and French

University Of Ghana

Diplôme D’Université D’Études Française (DUEF) - French Language And Literature

Université De Jean Jaurès

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