Developed comprehensive mock compliance audits aligned with legal standards, including GDPR and NIS Directive, improving student proficiency in regulatory compliance and enhancing confidence in navigating compliance audits.Led the design and implementation of data governance frameworks, policies and processes across client organizationsUtilized Collibra to manage and enhance data governance, including data cataloguing, classification, lineage and data lifecycle managementDeveloped and enforced data standards, policies and practices to ensure data accuracy, security and regulatory complianceCollaborated with data stewards, data owners and business stakeholders to establish data governance roles, responsibilities and data stewardship processesProvided strategic recommendations to clients for improving data governance maturity and driving data-driven decision-makingMonitored and reported on data governance metrics, compliance status and data quality improvementsConduct data governance assessments and audits to ensure adherence to policies and identify areas for improvementCreated real-life incident response simulations incorporating elements of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO 27001 standards, enabling student teams to improve cybersecurity response time and accuracy by 30%.Guided student projects addressing key U.K. cybersecurity challenges, including data protection and network security regulations, resulting in 75% of students securing cybersecurity roles after graduation, emphasizing adherence to industry standards.Established a performance monitoring framework, integrating learner feedback with key cybersecurity regulations such as the Cyber Essentials scheme, driving a 25% improvement in course content adjustments and learner satisfaction.

Conducted comprehensive audits of I.T. systems and processes, aligning operations with relevant U.S. security frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001, which improved compliance readiness.Worked closely with Data Domain Owners and SMEs to identify CDE’s (Critical Data Elements), define data elements for the Business Glossary and define business rules.Identified data sources and build out business glossary collaborating with data owners/stewards, collaborate with data modelers to review definitions of business terms vs technical terms.Implemented audit procedures that identified key risks across SAP systems, ensuring all implementations met internal security standards, improving overall system security by 25%.Supported Data Owners and Data Stewards on their data governance journey, ensuring metadata and lineage are complete, up-to-date, and easily accessible.Assisted with compliance activities such as data protection, data privacy and records risk management.Assisted with the development, review and implementation of a data quality program of work, including profiling of existing data assets, defining data quality rules and standards reporting.Supported the business to develop and implement systems and process improvements that will prevent reoccurrence of data quality issues and minimise the occurrence of new issues going forwardCollaborated with stakeholders to evaluate internal I.T. controls, resulting in a more robust governance structure and a 30% reduction in audit discrepancies.Analyzed I.T. security protocols and provided recommendations to enhance compliance, leading to stronger internal controls and low-risk exposure.

Executed business reviews to ensure the fulfillment of clients’ cybersecurity needs, aligning with regulatory frameworks such as Ghana's Data Protection Act and ISO 27001 standards.Established and maintained strong client relationships by conducting regular reviews of I.T. security processes, resulting in a 40% increase in client retention and enhanced satisfaction with GRC services.Exceeded client relationship KPIs by aligning security strategies with the organization's goals, improving client satisfaction and regulatory compliance by 100%.Collaborated closely with Account Managers and Sales Consultants to ensure the integration of I.T. security solutions into client operations, improving the overall quality of service.