Oye Oworu (Crisc, Cisa, Pmp, Security Plus )
About Oye Oworu (Crisc, Cisa, Pmp, Security Plus )
Oye Oworu is a Senior IT/Cybersecurity Assessor with extensive experience in third-party risk assessments and vendor security. He has held positions at various organizations, including Navy Federal Credit Union and Ernst & Young, and currently works at Fortress Information Security in Orlando, Florida.
Work at Fortress Information Security
Currently, Oye Oworu serves as a Senior IT/Cybersecurity Assessor at Fortress Information Security, a position held since 2020. In this role, Oworu focuses on evaluating vendor security controls and identifying associated risks. This involves coordination with Security Engineering and Information Security Risk Management teams to ensure comprehensive assessments. Oworu's responsibilities also include identifying and reporting on new and emerging security risks and trends, which contributes to discussions on risk remediation solutions.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Oye Oworu has a diverse background in cybersecurity and IT auditing. Prior to joining Fortress Information Security, Oworu worked at Navy Federal Credit Union as a Senior Information Security Analyst for six months in 2020. Before that, Oworu spent two years at Ernst & Young as an IT Security Auditor from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, Oworu held the position of IT Audit Analyst at CBIZ for two years from 2011 to 2013 and worked as a 3rd Party Risk Assessor/IT Analyst at Solu Technology Partners for three years from 2016 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Oye Oworu holds two degrees from the University of Maryland University College. Oworu earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management, both completed between 1999 and 2003. This educational background provides a strong foundation for Oworu's extensive experience in conducting third-party risk assessments and utilizing industry standards such as NIST CSF and regulatory frameworks like GDPR.
Certifications and Security Clearance
Oye Oworu possesses several professional certifications, including CRISC, CISA, PMP, and Security+. These certifications reflect a commitment to maintaining industry standards and enhancing professional skills in cybersecurity and risk management. Additionally, Oworu holds an interim SECRET DoD clearance, which indicates a recognized level of trust and responsibility in handling sensitive government information.
Risk Assessment and Security Measures
In the role of Senior IT/Cybersecurity Assessor, Oye Oworu has extensive experience in conducting third-party risk assessments, focusing on privacy and security-related risks for vendor services. Oworu develops and refines enterprise policies, standards, and procedures to enhance security measures. This work involves a thorough evaluation of vendor security risks and the implementation of strategies to mitigate identified risks.