John Ogunpolu (Cisa, Cissp, Isms La, Isms Li)
About John Ogunpolu (Cisa, Cissp, Isms La, Isms Li)
John Ogunpolu is the Manager of Technology Applications Audit at CIBC, with extensive experience in IT audit, risk assessment, and information security.
Current Role at CIBC
John Ogunpolu is currently employed as the Manager of Technology Applications Audit at CIBC in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for auditing IT general controls, IT application controls, and automated controls within the bank's information systems.
Previous Position at KPMG Canada
Prior to his current role, John Ogunpolu worked at KPMG Canada as a Technology Risk Consultant from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure at KPMG Canada, he focused on assessing IT risks and ensuring compliance with industry regulations in the Toronto, Canada Area.
Experience at Coronation Merchant Bank
Before joining KPMG, John worked at Coronation Merchant Bank in Nigeria. He served as the Head of IT Control from 2018 to 2019, and prior to that, held the position of IT Security and Controls Officer from 2014 to 2018. His responsibilities included overseeing IT security measures and managing control protocols within the bank.
Early Career at PwC and EY
John Ogunpolu began his career in IT consulting with prominent roles at PwC and EY in Nigeria. He worked as a Risk Advisory Consultant at PwC from 2011 to 2014 and as a Staff Associate at EY for eight months in 2011. During this time, he gained significant experience in IT audit, risk assessment, and information security.
Educational Background
John Ogunpolu completed his Bachelor's degree in Physics from the University of Lagos, where he studied from 2003 to 2008. His academic foundation in physics has contributed to his analytical and problem-solving skills in the field of IT audit and security.
Professional Certifications
John holds several professional certifications, including CISA, CISSP, ISMS LA, and ISMS LI. These certifications underscore his expertise in information security, IT audit, and management systems, highlighting his commitment to maintaining industry standards and best practices.