Matthew Ani Cissp

Matthew Ani has a diverse work experience in the field of information security and technology. Matthew has held various roles in different organizations, starting with their current position as Chief Information Security & Data Protection Officer at Global Accelerex Ltd. In this role, they are responsible for administering security program functions and ensuring compliance with security policies and procedures.

Prior to this, Matthew worked as the Head of Cyber Security, IT Risk and Change Management at Unified Payment Services Limited, where they developed and implemented enterprise-wide security policies and procedures. Matthew also ensured documentation and tracking of policies, procedures, and system configurations.

Before that, Matthew served as a Security Operations Centre Analyst at Sterling Bank Plc, where they monitored and controlled user network access and performed platform security scanning and monitoring.

Matthew also worked as a System Auditor at FCMB Limited, where they monitored and evaluated operating system servers and developed audit techniques for ensuring controls and integrity.

Matthew 'swork experience also includes the role of IT Quality Assurance and Vendor Management Officer at FCMB Limited, where they reviewed and analyzed IT requests, undertook feasibility studies, and provided support on IT projects.

Matthew started their career as a Branch IT Support at Finbank Plc, where they handled system configuration, network troubleshooting, and physical security management.

Overall, Matthew Ani's work experience showcases their expertise in information security, risk management, system auditing, and IT project management.

Matthew Ani holds a Master's degree in Cyber Security from the University of the West of England (2021-2022) and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Physics from the University of Nigeria Nsukka (2000-2004). Matthew also has a range of certifications including Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) from (ISC)² in 2021, Certified Chief Information Security Officer from EC-Council in 2020, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) from ISACA in 2012, and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) from Microsoft in 2006. Furthermore, they have obtained certifications in Risk Management, Organizational Leadership, Information Security, and IT Service Certification from various institutions.