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Oluwasegunfunmi (Segun) Ogun

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Teaching Assistant, MITS 5600G (Security Policies & Risk Management) at Ontario Tech University

Toronto, ON

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Ontario Tech University

About

Cybersecurity graduate student with hands-on experience supporting security control validation, compliance monitoring, and technical risk analysis in regulated environments. Practical experience reviewing audit evidence and preparing findings aligned with ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST CSF, and PIPEDA, alongside programming exposure through custom network controller development (Python) and SQL-based database work. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical findings clearly to auditors, clients, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • C++
  • English
  • Java
  • Microsoft Office
  • Problem solving
  • Project management
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Teamwork
  • Time management

Experience

  1. Teaching Assistant, MITS 5600G (Security Policies & Risk Management)

    Ontario Tech University

    Jan 2026 to Apr 2026

    • Supported delivery of graduate coursework in security policy and risk management frameworks, clarifying complex risk and governance concepts for students. • Assisted with grading, feedback, and course documentation, building strong communication and mentoring skills applicable to knowledge-sharing within a team.

  2. Compliance Intern

    SmartComply

    Oct 2024 to Sep 2025

    Remote

    • Supported PCI DSS recertification by validating technical security controls across access management, logging, and system security, contributing to a 20% faster audit cycle. • Conducted risk-based security assessments, identifying control gaps and analyzing risk trends aligned with NIST CSF. • Collaborated with auditors, clients, and internal technical teams to review documentation, resolve findings, and maintain service-level commitments.

  3. IT Intern

    Simplify Synergy

    Jan 2023 to Jun 2023

    Abuja, Nigeria

    • Performed SQL database operations (CRUD) to support data integrity and strengthen data management processes. • Supported an ISO 27001 audit and provided Windows systems troubleshooting and network integration support, assisting with technical control verification across systems and departments.

Education

  1. Ontario Tech University

    Master of Information Technology Security (MITS), Information Technology Security

    Oshawa, ON, Canada

    2025

    GPA: 4.00/4.30

  2. Babcock University

    B.Sc. Computer Science (Technology), Computer Science (Technology)

    Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria

    2020 to 2024

    GPA: 4.05/5.00

Licences & certifications

  • CompTIA Security+

    CompTIA

  • ISC² Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

    ISC²

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate

    Google