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I am Yolanda I. Theophilus, a CPA, MBA, and CISA-certified professional with 17+ years of experience in accounting, internal audit, and information security. I collaborate with governance bodies and executives to evaluate risks, strengthen controls, and deliver practical, cost-effective business solutions. I have international experience from Big Four firms and multinational organizations, with leadership across audit, cybersecurity, and forensics. My interests include forensics, information security & technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, governance, risk, and compliance.…I am Yolanda I. Theophilus, a CPA, MBA, and CISA-certified professional with 17+ years of experience in accounting, internal audit, and information security. I collaborate with governance bodies and executives to evaluate risks, strengthen controls, and deliver practical, cost-effective business solutions. I have international experience from Big Four firms and multinational organizations, with leadership across audit, cybersecurity, and forensics. My interests include forensics, information security & technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, governance, risk, and compliance.

Yolanda I. Theophilus

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I am Yolanda I. Theophilus, a CPA, MBA, and CISA-certified professional with 17+ years of experience in accounting, internal audit, and information security. I collaborate with governance bodies and executives to evaluate risks, strengthen controls, and deliver practical, cost-effective business solutions. I have international experience from Big Four firms and multinational organizations, with leadership across audit, cybersecurity, and forensics. My interests include forensics, information security & technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, governance, risk, and compliance.…I am Yolanda I. Theophilus, a CPA, MBA, and CISA-certified professional with 17+ years of experience in accounting, internal audit, and information security. I collaborate with governance bodies and executives to evaluate risks, strengthen controls, and deliver practical, cost-effective business solutions. I have international experience from Big Four firms and multinational organizations, with leadership across audit, cybersecurity, and forensics. My interests include forensics, information security & technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, governance, risk, and compliance.

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I am Yolanda I. Theophilus, a CPA, MBA, and CISA-certified professional with 17+ years of experience in accounting, internal audit, and information security. I collaborate with governance bodies and executives to evaluate risks, strengthen controls, and deliver practical, cost-effective business solutions.

I have international experience from Big Four firms and multinational organizations, with leadership across audit, cybersecurity, and forensics. My interests include forensics, information security & technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, governance, risk, and compliance.

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Work Experience

Consultant at Ultimate Consulting Inc. (Freelancer and Virtual CISO)

January 1, 2023 - Present

Lead and execute IS/IT audit plan; Manage audit activities; Review and approve reports; Advise on change initiatives; Conduct security risk assessments; Improve data protection and security policies, procedures, processes; Test controls; Manage cybersecurity and value-added projects; Participates in security incident procedures; Implement best practices; Comply with GDPR, ISO series, NIST, ITIL, COSO, COBIT, OWASP, MITRE, TISAX; Develop effective solutions.

Senior, Cybersecurity at EY

February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022

Experience delivering cybersecurity engagements supporting strategy, governance, and operation initiatives; Supporting management to identify, manage, remediate vulnerabilities and cyber risks using tools and processes; Cybersecurity consultant driving transformation, maturity assessments, and go-to-market strategy.

Consultant at Ultimate Consulting Inc.

May 1, 2020 - February 1, 2022

Planned, organized, executed risk activities; Implemented ISO27001 and GDPR data strategy; Managed security risks; Independently lead complex IS and IT audit; Demonstrated expertise in governance, compliance, and cybersecurity.

IT Security Manager at deugro group

December 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020

Develop IT Security Plan, Draft IT policies; Perform investigation and prepare report on IT incidents and breaches; Advise the IT group on compliant-relevant issues; Conduct IT Audits; Security Awareness training on IT compliance; Support the establishment of group-wide CIS and COBIT framework; Implement control requirements and activities.

Senior Manager of Internal Audit at Delivery Hero

June 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019

Lead audit engagements internationally; attended global conference; Managed staff and reviewed working papers; Developed annual risk plan, reviewed processes and tested controls; drafted and reported on findings and suggestions; Led a cross-border team of 5 auditors across countries.

Internal Auditor at DUCA Financial Services

October 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019

Completed Corporate Governance Audit and worked on Cybersecurity Follow-up, Privacy, and Call Centre Audits; Led audit engagement projects; Defined deliverables; Developed investigative methods; Tested IT General controls; Assessed risks and tested effectiveness of key processes and internal controls.

Principal Compliance Tester at Capital One

May 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018

Performed testing adherence to business regulatory requirements using Applicability and Control Review Process; Executed complex risk-based compliance testing; Tested design and operating effectiveness of controls in PRIME; Made recommendations to improve controls; Established strong relationships with Advisors and lines of businesses.

Consultant at Ultimate Consulting Inc.

December 1, 2017 - April 1, 2018

Provided advisory, tax preparation, NTR reviews, accounting and business-related services to organizations; Managed and executed the Catalyst revenue project; Identified risks and issues in revenue process; Coached staff; Analyzed and interpreted agency data; Reviewed SOW / MPA contracts; Performed analytical and detailed testing; Collaborated with management; Prepared and discussed executive summary report of findings and recommendations.

Senior Internal Auditor at Vancouver Coastal Health

May 1, 2016 - June 1, 2017

Planned, executed and reported on a variety of complex and high-profile risk-based internal audit engagements; Developed audit programs and detailed audit steps; Conducted tests; Performed performance, compliance, investigative and operational audits; Enhanced audit efficiency by 20% through streamlined procedures and targeted risk assessments; Presented advisory recommendations; Improved internal controls.

Credit Analyst at The Bank of Nova Scotia

May 1, 2013 - May 1, 2016

Assessed risk by reviewing data within systems and support documents; Led the month-end closing process; Prepared bank reconciliations and financial schedules; Partnered with management to resolve budget inquiries; Supported quality assurance function; Adhered to internal controls requirements.

Client Accountant at JPMorgan

November 1, 2011 - November 1, 2012

Prepared and reviewed financial statements; Managed suspense account project to ensure regulatory compliance; Reduced posting of suspense transactions time frame; Partnered with fiduciary and accounting units to reduce duplication of efforts and errors; Prepared and reviewed project status reports.

Consultant at Ultimate Accounting & Consulting Solutions

November 1, 2009 - November 1, 2011

Performed business development and managed client relationships; Delivered accounting and advisory services to SMEs; Provided business and financial advisory; Ensured regulatory compliance.

Senior Accountant at Deloitte & PwC (Big Four)

May 1, 2005 - October 1, 2009

Led extensive financial audit and assurance engagements; Coached staff; Prepared client financial statements; Performed quality reviews; Led enterprise-wide SOX audits and AML validations across banking and capital markets; Assisted Deloitte corporate services and liquidations department as a summer student (2003-2005).