Mayowa Akinola
About Mayowa Akinola
Mayowa Akinola is a Hybrid Business Analyst and Project Manager specializing in Cyber Security Maturity Improvement at HSBC, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in identity and access management, having held various roles at Barclaycard and other financial institutions.
Work at HSBC
Mayowa Akinola has been employed at HSBC since 2019, serving as a Hybrid Business Analyst and Project Manager for the Cyber Security Maturity Improvement Programme, specifically focusing on Access Management. In this role, Akinola contributes to enhancing the organization's cybersecurity posture and ensuring effective access control measures are in place. The position involves collaborating with various stakeholders to assess and improve existing processes related to access management.
Previous Experience at Barclaycard
Prior to joining HSBC, Mayowa Akinola worked at Barclaycard in multiple roles related to business analysis and testing. Akinola's tenure at Barclaycard spanned from 2012 to 2019, during which time he held positions such as Business Analyst/Test Analyst in Identity and Access Management and Cyber/IAM. His responsibilities included analyzing business requirements and testing solutions to ensure compliance with security protocols.
Education and Expertise
Mayowa Akinola studied at the University of East London, where he earned a degree in Computing & Electronics Engineering. This educational background provides Akinola with a solid foundation in technical principles, which is essential for his roles in cybersecurity and business analysis. His expertise encompasses areas such as identity and access management, cybersecurity frameworks, and project management.
Career Background
Mayowa Akinola's career in business analysis began at Lloyds Banking Group, where he worked as a Business Test Analyst from 2010 to 2011. He then transitioned to Yorkshire Bank for a brief period before joining Barclaycard. Akinola's experience includes various roles across different organizations, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of business processes and cybersecurity measures.