I am strategic GRC expert with 13+ years of experience leading security governance and risk management…
Godfred D. — Chief Information Security Officer & Founder
I am strategic GRC expert with 13+ years of experience leading security governance and risk management within Ghana’s premier fintech and banking sectors.
I have spent over a decade securing high-volume, cloud-native payment systems and traditional banking infrastructures. My career is defined by building robust security frameworks from the ground up in one of Africa’s most dynamic financial markets, ensuring seamless compliance with both local regulations and global standards.
I specialize in translating technical risk into business intelligence for board-level stakeholders. Currently, I am leveraging my deep experience in PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and NIST to help organizations navigate the complexities of emerging global mandates, including DORA and NIS2.
Key Strengths:
Fintech & Payments Security: Expert in securing digital wallets, mobile money interfaces, and cloud-native payment gateways (AWS/GCP).
Banking Governance: Deep understanding of core banking security, identity management (IAM), and data privacy.
Regulatory Bridge-Building: Proven ability to align regional operational excellence with international frameworks (GDPR, SOC2, NIS2).
Risk Quantification: Architecting risk-based oversight models that prioritize remediation based on actual business impact.
I’m open to connections, advice, and opportunities!
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Innocent A.: I'm Nigerian, though I had the pleasure of spending a few months in Ghana while supporting a cybersecurity audit and compliance firm specializing in ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and related standards. Your country left a wonderful impression on me, and I'm looking forward to returning soon. It's great connecting with you here, I'm excited about the possibility of future collaborations!