Tolu Oni
About Tolu Oni
Tolu Oni serves as the Director of Cyber Security & IT Compliance at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited, a position he has held since 2022. With over 17 years of experience in the IT industry, he specializes in security programs, cloud security, and information security management frameworks.
Work at UFA
Tolu Oni has been serving as the Director of Cyber Security & IT Compliance at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited since 2022. In this role, he oversees the organization's cybersecurity initiatives and ensures compliance with relevant IT regulations. Prior to this position, he held various roles within the same organization, including Manager of Cyber Security and Manager of Cyber Security & Governance, demonstrating a progressive career path within UFA.
Previous Experience in Cyber Security
Before joining UFA, Tolu Oni worked at the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) as an Information Security Specialist from 2015 to 2018. He also held the position of Manager, Cyber Security & Risk at AER for a brief period in 2019. His earlier experience includes roles at Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company, where he served as Business Systems Leader and IS Manager, contributing to his extensive background in information security and risk management.
Education and Expertise
Tolu Oni earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Lagos, where he studied from 1993 to 1999. He possesses over 17 years of experience in the IT industry, specializing in areas such as Cloud Security, Vulnerability Management, PCI DSS, and Security Architecture. His expertise extends to implementing information security management frameworks, including ISO/IEC 27001, ITIL, COBIT, and NIST.
Professional Skills and Attributes
Tolu Oni enjoys working in team-oriented and collaborative environments while also being capable of operating with minimal supervision. He has a proven track record in developing and maintaining policy portfolios, as well as providing coaching and mentoring to colleagues. His focus on building and maturing security programs highlights his commitment to enhancing organizational cybersecurity.