Kayode Ilori

Kayode Ilori is an accomplished information security professional currently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at EQ Bank | Equitable Bank, a position he has held since October 2023.1 With a strong background in cybersecurity and risk management, Ilori has established himself as a leader in the field.

Professional Experience

Ilori's career trajectory showcases his expertise in various aspects of information security:

• Prior to his current role, he served as VP Cyber Security Risk Management & Governance at EQ Bank | Equitable Bank.
• He has also held positions such as Vice President Cyber & IT Security (CISO) at Wyth Financial and Director Information Security at eHealth Saskatchewan.
• His experience extends to the pharmaceutical industry, where he worked as a Security Architect (Commercial IT) at Novartis.
• Ilori has international experience, having worked as an Information Risk Officer at the World Intellectual Property Organization.
• He began his career in the banking sector, working as an Information Risk Management Officer and IS Auditor at Guaranty Trust Bank plc (GTBank).

Education and Certifications

Kayode Ilori holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science from Babcock University. He has also obtained numerous professional certifications, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and expertise in the field:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) from (ISC)²1
• Information Systems Security Management Professional (ISSMP) from (ISC)²12
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) from ISACA1
• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) from ISACA1
• COBIT5 Foundation and Implementer certifications1
• Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Associate1
• Microsoft Certified Professional1

Areas of Expertise

Kayode Ilori specializes in various aspects of information security, including:

• Security Controls Design
• Security Risk Assessments
• Implementation of security tools (e.g., Imperva WAF & DAM)
• ISO27001 & PCI compliance
• Vulnerability Assessment and Remediation consulting
• Application Security Test Methodologies and tools

His diverse experience across different industries and international organizations has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity challenges and best practices in various contexts.