Gavin Asemota, MBA ITM, CISA, CISSP, GSLC
Education:
Master's degree
M.B.A. IT Management
Western Governors University
2018 : 2019
Bachelor's degree
Major Political Science/ Minor Computer Science
The University of Southern Mississippi
2010 : 2011
Computer Science / Political Science
University of Mississippi
2005 : 2010
Experience:
Key Accomplishments :
● Collaborate with leadership groups and divisions to analyze and improve existing risk mitigation policies and security controls.
● Supervise the team in performing risk analysis and reporting as well as facilitate risk discussions across cross-functional teams.
● Execute strategic initiatives to support the development and maintenance of risk management policies, standards, and guidelines.
● Leverage expertise in analyzing risk findings and identifying suitable mitigation techniques based on industry best practices.
● Lead CORT in gaining the ISO 27001 Certification by reviewing and monitoring organizational security compliance to standards.
● Demonstrate subject matter expertise to Contract Managers, Business Unit Managers, and Third-party Relationship Managers and vendors to ensure the third-party risk management program is in compliance with applicable regulations or policies.
● Serve as a role model to all information security leaders, ensuring that internal security is being performed by all employees.
2022 : Present
Berkshire Hathaway / CORT
Information Security Risk Manager
ISSA is a nonprofit organization for the information security profession committed to promoting effective cyber security on a global basis.
a) Being a respected forum for networking and collaboration
b) Providing education and knowledge sharing at all career lifecycle stages
c) Being a highly regarded voice of information security that influences public opinion, government legislation, education and technology with objective expertise that supports sound decision-making
2018 :
ISSA (Metro Atlanta)
Member
The Wireless Technology Forum is dedicated to the fast-paced and rapidly evolving wireless and mobile industry. The association is a platform for industry professionals to learn about the business of emerging wireless and mobile technologies, network with other like-minded professionals, and apply these technologies to their existing business or creation of new business.
2018 :
Wireless Technology Forum
Member
During this time of my work experience, I served as an Information Technology Auditor. I was responsible for analyzing and assessing a BCBST’s technological infrastructure to ensure processes and systems run accurately and efficiently. My key role included being responsible for the management and delivery of IT and business process audits to ensure business risks are identified and catered smoothly. I enhanced my abilities in this job by providing recommendations and guidance on identified security risks, business risks and control deficiencies.
2019 : 2022
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Information Systems Auditor
Key Accomplishments :
● Oversaw Active Directory, SCCM, and Aided in Group Policy creation, worked with developers to accelerate manual processes.
● Recommend security measures by deploying MDM (VMWare) to ensure patients’ data security and enhance mobile device protection.
● Successfully performed preventive maintenance and built workstations to resolve hardware and software issues district-wide.
● Developed process improvements and other enhancements that improve operational efficiency as well as ensure data security.
● Performed software/hardware upgrades, security validation, penetration testing, and other technical tasks to identify risks.
2018 : 2019
Georgia Department of Public Health
Systems Administrator
Company: Berkshire Hathaway / CORT
Years of Experience: 13
Spoken Language: English
I excel in business growth, leadership, and employee relations throughout my professional career while being armed with extensive technical knowledge and experience in providing excellent technical support to the company by improving policies and security controls. As an Information Technology Security Risk Manager, I have proven my expertise in analyzing risk findings and identifying suitable mitigation techniques based on industry best practices.
I offer invaluable experience in determining risk exposure, developing remediation strategies, present cost-cutting technical solutions. Furthermore, I am skilled in driving agile innovation processes to define business requirements and facilitate development in line with organizational goals and future trends.
We should connect if you require a professional who can positively impact your operations through innovation and cutting-edge solutions! You can reach me here or through gavinasemota@gmail.com!
Looking forward to adding value to your company!