Modupe [Mo] Kolawole Email & Phone Number

London Area, United Kingdom

Nigeria

Achieved USD 1.5 million savings for CBN by automating the manual, error-prone cyber-risk assessment process of financial institutions. Part of a 4-member developer team, implemented Service-oriented Architecture (SOA) and web logic to enhance efficiency and accuracy.Directed incident response across shifts, ensuring rapid resolution of critical security events. Led a 48-hour response to a high-severity breach, achieving swift containment with minimal impact. Managed cross-functional security operations teams, ensuring high-quality security program outcomes and enhancing company-wide security protocols. Analyzed millions of log entries and optimizing SIEM configurations using ACL analytics, Python and Splunk.Directed the development of a standardized system based on NIST CSF and ISO 31000, achieving a 60% reduction in successful cyber-attacks. Implemented a centralized threat reporting system, enhancing threat intelligence and response strategies.

Led audit IT audit projects in over 15 financial institutions, focusing on IT control evaluations and risk mitigation. Which resulted in strategic recommendations for continuous improvements within these institutions. Effectively communicated audit findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.Developed and deployed a Risk-Based Cybersecurity Framework for Nigeria’s financial sector, enhancing cybersecurity measures across 35+ top-tier banks, including Citibank and Access Bank. Elevating the industry’s cybersecurity maturity level by 40%.

Lagos, Nigeria

Designed solutions and applications, ensuring alignment with initial requirements and industry best practices before moving to development stages.Served as a key member of the Change Management Board, tasked with reviewing and approving system changes to ensure compatibility with existing infrastructure and to minimise disruptions in service deliveryPartnered with the Bank of Ghana to improve Nigeria’s financial and payment systems, leveraging expertise in T24, RTGS, and Oracle EBS for strategic enhancements and cross-border collaboration.Built and supported Integration between multiple application systems such as the ERP (Oracle EBS) and T24 Banking application using Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and Oracle Advanced Data Framework.Developed and deployed management reporting dashboards using OBIEE, enhancing decision-making capabilities by providing key stakeholders with timely and accurate data insights.Provided back-end customisation for the core banking application using Java, PL/SQL and Python.

Initiated and developed the first IT audit program for the bank.Conducted annual audit of IT related functions.Monitored and ensured auditee’s compliance with exceptions.Interfaced with the Central Bank of Nigeria on issues relating to the risk-based audit of the bank and other issues.

Supported and managed the bank’s core banking applications, Oracle Database and Sybase, using SQL Developer, TOAD, and custom scripting to ensure optimal database operation, scalability and performance for reliability and security complaints.Maintained the logical access and authentication for all database users using Oracle Identity Manager and Active Directory.

Msc, Cybersecurity Management

The course is certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which is a part of GCHQ.

Bsc, Accounting

Bsc, Computer Science