Chukwuma Bethuel Ibe
Operational & Technology Risk Specialist @City & Guilds
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WORK HISTORY
Operational & Technology Risk Specialist @City & Guilds
London, GB
Deployed and overseen the Operational & Technology Risk and Controls framework; used risk assessment tools for more than 30 high-impact business systems; realized a 20% improvement in outstanding security risks\' resolution due to timely fix, and control improvements• Controlled Operational & Technology risks in compliance with the risk appetite level with a 95% control level in undertaking the quantitative risks and treatments• Consulted with IT groups to engage in detailed risk analysis that involves Cybersecurity and Information Security risk analysis and concluded to increased threat identification and prevention by 25% through innovative threat modelling and risk analysis• Conducted Technology risk assessments on strategic services, third parties, and compliance requirements periodically and incorporated risk assessment tools as well as remediation tool kits to improve the effectiveness of risk management by 30%• Proactively created and presented quarterly IT & Operational Risk reports based on data analytics and risk metrics for subsidiaries and Group-level risk management and provided actionable advice and strategic recommendations that enhanced the business units and Group\'s decision-making and risk management by 20%• Assisted Legal and Compliance teams in data protection and privacy and ISO/Cyber Essentials certifications; currently, our Legal and Compliance received a 100% compliance score for data protection and privacy and other regulations through the strict enforcement of policies and compliance audits
EDUCATION
IRISH UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL, IRELAND
MBA, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, Imo State.
HND, ACCOUNTANCY
Everything On Data
Certificate in Data Analysis & Business Intelligence Track
Digital Bananas Technology
Data Analysis & Business Intelligence
SKILLS
ABOUT CHUKWUMA BETHUEL IBE
With over a decade of experience driving operational resilience, technology risk management, and governance, I bring a unique blend of audit discipline, regulatory knowledge, and business insight to help organizations thrive in complex risk landscapes.As a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Governance, Risk & Compliance Professional (GRCP) and Fellow Chartered Accountant (ICAN), I’ve successfully led and supported enterprise risk management, internal audits, compliance reviews, and cybersecurity assessments across financial services, education, energy, consulting and manufacturing sectors.Currently serving as Operational & Technology Risk Specialist at City & Guilds, I provide second-line challenge and assurance on risk frameworks, IT controls, third-party risk, and business continuity—ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 27001, NIST CSF, and UK regulatory standards. My work has contributed to enhanced board reporting, reduced audit findings, and a more risk-aware culture.I thrive in dynamic environments where I can bridge risk intelligence with strategic decision-making. Whether aligning audit plans to corporate goals or embedding control frameworks into digital transformation initiatives, I bring value through insight, integrity, and impact. Core Competencies • Risk Management | Internal Audit | Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)• IT Audit | Operational Risk | Control Testing | Cybersecurity Risk• ISO/IEC 27001 | NIST | SOX | Third-Party Risk | Business Continuity Planning (BCP)• Regulatory Compliance | Risk Assessments | Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)• Data Governance | Strategic Risk Advisory | Financial Controls Career Highlights:• Led an enterprise-wide risk assessment program covering IT, operational, and third-party risks—resulting in a 30% reduction in residual risk scores.• Developed and deployed a technology risk dashboard for executive oversight, integrating real-time KRIs and control metrics.• Conducted end-to-end internal audits and special investigations, identifying over £0.2M in potential cost recoveries and risk mitigation opportunities.Let’s connect if you\'re seeking a trusted Risk & Audit Professional who brings critical thinking, regulatory expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to the table.
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