Babar Faraz

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ABOUT BABAR FARAZ

A strong and ambitious IT Audit, Cyber Assurance, Risk and Controls Consultant. I\'m CISA certified carrying a wealth of expertise in Technology Risk, Systems Audit and Information Security, Project/Programme Governance and a specialist Operational Risk Management professional. I come with a ‘Big 4’ background having worked across a variety of industry sectors e.g. Banking/Insurance and Financial Services, Utilities, Telecoms and Retail. With a background in IT, Audit and Business Analysis, having previously worked in large Software Systems Development teams before moving into Internal Audit, I\'m technically skilled in auditing IT systems, infrastructure and business processes. With excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership qualities, I believe I have the right mix of skills to get the job done on time, within budget and to client expectations. Adapting to change, I learn quickly, work diligently and have an excellent eye for detail.Specialisms & Consulting experience includes: IT Governance (ISO38500) & SOX ComplianceFCA/PRA & EBA Regulatory ComplianceBasel II - Banking Regulatory ComplianceSolvency II - Insurance Regulatory ComplianceProgramme Implementation & AssuranceAdvanced Measurement Approach (AMA)Risk Data Aggregation (RDA) ConsultancyOperational Risk Management ConsultingRegulatory Risk Reporting & Control Self Assessment (RCSA) Design, Facilitation & ApplicationIT/Cyber Security, GDPR & Data ProtectionIT/Systems Audit Professional (COBIT, ITIL, & ISO27001)IT/Operational Risk & Control Framework Design, Development & ManagementInformation Security (incl. PCI DSS & ISO 27001/2)Business Analysis & Requirements PlanningProject/Programme Management (PRINCE II)MIS/CAATS Design, Development & Implementation