Description
CAREER SUMMARY * Retired since December 2014. * Offering progressive experience in a variety of information technology (IT) functions which include multiple computer operating systems, databases, application controls, and communication protocols (e.g., IBM mainframe/AS400 midrange systems, DEC/VAC, Tandem, Unisys, Unix, Novell, Windows, Firewalls, Web site controls, IDS/IPS, etc.) * Performed exceptional examination work within scope of present job description in areas of IT for the most complex, large and problem financial institutions, as recognized by client executive management, officers, and approved by the agency management. Worked independently and or in a group setting leading examination team in conducting the full range of IT examinations and rate results * Conducted regulatory compliance reviews to comply with Gramm Leach Bliley Act (GLBA), Sarbanes Oxely control objectives (SOX), Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Office of foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and Red Flag Identity Theft * Strong knowledge of fraud investigative skills, forensic auditing, risk management, systems security auditing, audit software tools, and IT governance products (e.g., COBIT, COSO, ISO 17799, Basel, and ITIL) frameworks * Assuring the preparation of reports and presentation that communicate complex and/or controversial findings, conclusions, and recommendations * Successfully installed and implemented Business Continuity Strategies (protecting corporate assets) developed through the completion of risk assessment and/or business impact analysis. Substantiated by submission of sanitized examination recommendation report or client presentation * Possessed extensive experience in all phases of accounting and financial management. Created new credit rating, improved suppliers' relations, expedite payments, to deliver 25% less operating costs * Managed the work of accounting subordinates, hired and trained staff, addressed personnel issues by conducting performance evaluation, coaching, and monitoring. This resulted in a realignment of duties, which accommodated a staff reduction of 10% and reducing overtime by 20% and * Overhauled/redirecting inventory records, led transition from manual data entry to real-time computer-based system allowing reduction in operating costs and increasing productivity.
Education
SCHOOL | MAJOR | YEAR | DEGREE |
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Roosevelt University | Computer Information Systems | 1994 | Bachelor Degree |
Roosevelt University | Accounting MSA | 1978 | Master Degree |
Benghazi University | Accounting | 1971 | Bachelor Degree |