Top Talent like Alana are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Alana Avis, CISA

Operations Manager
Atlanta, GA, US
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Strategic Leader in Cybersecurity & IT Governance Risk & Compliance | FinTech & Banking Specialist
Critical thinking technology professional with over 20 years of success in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), IT Audit, and Cybersecurity. Proven track record of operationalizing IT GRC frameworks, transforming technology and security postures through strategic risk management, compliance strategies, and operational efficiencies. Adept at designing and executing IT risk management programs, establishing internal control environments, and driving change through cross-functional partnerships and leadership. Known for building new solutions, leading large-scale Cybersecurity solutions, and enhancing organizational risk resilience, contributing to business growth. Experienced in FinTech, banking, and global risk management.

Work History

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Sr. IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Consultant | Advisory

RGPHelping clients operationalize and transform their Cybersecurity and IT GRC programs. Projects include, but not limited to IT audit, Cybersecurity program development, IT SOX governance, Application security testing, IT GRC oversight for enterprise-wide implementations, AI Risk Management.
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IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Consultant

Avis Management Consulting LLCMay 2017 - Mar 2019 • 1 yr 11 mosHelping clients operationalize their IT GRC programs. Guided clients in establishing and executing IT SOX testing programs, SOC2 oversight, PCI Compliance, IT audit testing and issues management, and executive GRC reporting, enhancing compliance posture and risk mitigation.
U

SVP, Cybersecurity & IT Governance Risk & Compliance (Global)

U.S. BankAug 2014 - May 2017 • 2 yrs 10 mosPart of the Payments Services Chief Risk Office (2nd line of defense) led a global team of 35 risk officers. Implemented IT Risk Assessment Program. Matured IT Governance, IT Audit & Exam, and IT Control Testing programs in line with audit and regulatory expectations, business objectives and risk tolerance. Member of the Payment Services Risk Committee and varied cross functional leadership committees (Operational risk, Cybersecurity, Program management, Infrastructure, CIO/CISO). Established varied IT GRC, KI program and continuous control monitoring.
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VP, IT Governance & Compliance (Global)

U.S. BankFeb 2012 - Aug 2014 • 2 yrs 7 mosPart of the Payments Services Chief Risk Office (2nd line of defense) led a global team of 20 risk officers. Responsible for IT Audit & Exams, IT Control Testing & Issue Management, and IT Governance. Performed credible challenge of first line programs, driving oversight, governance, risk management, and reporting to senior management, risk committees and the Board of Directors. Lead varied cybersecurity program implementations. Established IT risk management program adopted by the Enterprise.
U

Sr. Director, IT Compliance (Global)

U.S. BankOct 2009 - Feb 2012 • 2 yrs 5 mosPart of the Payments Services Chief Risk Office (2nd line of defense) led a team of 10 risk officers responsible for overseeing global IT compliance activities, executing the annual GLBA program, facilitating IT audits and exams. Collaborated with organizational units and provided reporting to Senior Management and varied Risk Committees.
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Senior IT Audit Manager

Control Solutions InternationalAug 2004 - Oct 2009 • 5 yrs 3 mosManaged portfolio of IT audit engagements for Fortune 500 companies, generating $3 million in revenue with zero client charge backs. Engagements included but not limited to, General Computer Controls reviews, Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404, PCI DSS, and FFIEC projects. Documenting and testing IT controls, Development and implementation of cost-effective remediation plans, Information Security policies and procedures compliance reviews, Business process analysis, design and optimization.
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Senior IT Project Manager

Web.comFeb 2001 - Aug 2004 • 3 yrs 7 mosManaged complex global IT project and programs on time and in budget, successfully achieving programs objectives.
W

Senior IT Project Manager

Web.comFeb 2001 - Aug 2004 • 3 yrs 7 mosManaged complex global IT project and programs on time and in budget, successfully achieving programs objectives.
I

IT Product Manager

Insurance Billing CompanyJan 1998 - Jan 1999 • 1 yr 1 moManaged IT product lifecycle, responsible for product strategy and development across various platforms.
P

Trainer Administrator

Perot SystemsJan 1999 - Jan 2001 • 2 yrs 1 moOversaw training program development and implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
W

Senior IT Project Manager

Web.comFeb 2001 - Aug 2004 • 3 yrs 7 mosManaged complex global IT project and programs on time and in budget, successfully achieving programs objectives.

Education

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Concordia University

Bachelor of Commerce, Management Information Systems, Minor: Accounting1993 - 1997

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

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Strategic Leader in Cybersecurity & IT Governance Risk & Compliance | FinTech & Banking Specialist
Critical thinking technology professional with over 20 years of success in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), IT Audit, and Cybersecurity. Proven track record of operationalizing IT GRC frameworks, transforming technology and security postures through strategic risk management, compliance strategies, and operational efficiencies. Adept at designing and executing IT risk management programs, establishing internal control environments, and driving change through cross-functional partnerships and leadership. Known for building new solutions, leading large-scale Cybersecurity solutions, and enhancing organizational risk resilience, contributing to business growth. Experienced in FinTech, banking, and global risk management.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
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Top Talent like Alana are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Alana Avis, CISA

Operations Manager
Atlanta, GA, US
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

R

Sr. IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Consultant | Advisory

RGPHelping clients operationalize and transform their Cybersecurity and IT GRC programs. Projects include, but not limited to IT audit, Cybersecurity program development, IT SOX governance, Application security testing, IT GRC oversight for enterprise-wide implementations, AI Risk Management.
A

IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Consultant

Avis Management Consulting LLCMay 2017 - Mar 2019 • 1 yr 11 mosHelping clients operationalize their IT GRC programs. Guided clients in establishing and executing IT SOX testing programs, SOC2 oversight, PCI Compliance, IT audit testing and issues management, and executive GRC reporting, enhancing compliance posture and risk mitigation.
U

SVP, Cybersecurity & IT Governance Risk & Compliance (Global)

U.S. BankAug 2014 - May 2017 • 2 yrs 10 mosPart of the Payments Services Chief Risk Office (2nd line of defense) led a global team of 35 risk officers. Implemented IT Risk Assessment Program. Matured IT Governance, IT Audit & Exam, and IT Control Testing programs in line with audit and regulatory expectations, business objectives and risk tolerance. Member of the Payment Services Risk Committee and varied cross functional leadership committees (Operational risk, Cybersecurity, Program management, Infrastructure, CIO/CISO). Established varied IT GRC, KI program and continuous control monitoring.
U

VP, IT Governance & Compliance (Global)

U.S. BankFeb 2012 - Aug 2014 • 2 yrs 7 mosPart of the Payments Services Chief Risk Office (2nd line of defense) led a global team of 20 risk officers. Responsible for IT Audit & Exams, IT Control Testing & Issue Management, and IT Governance. Performed credible challenge of first line programs, driving oversight, governance, risk management, and reporting to senior management, risk committees and the Board of Directors. Lead varied cybersecurity program implementations. Established IT risk management program adopted by the Enterprise.
U

Sr. Director, IT Compliance (Global)

U.S. BankOct 2009 - Feb 2012 • 2 yrs 5 mosPart of the Payments Services Chief Risk Office (2nd line of defense) led a team of 10 risk officers responsible for overseeing global IT compliance activities, executing the annual GLBA program, facilitating IT audits and exams. Collaborated with organizational units and provided reporting to Senior Management and varied Risk Committees.
C

Senior IT Audit Manager

Control Solutions InternationalAug 2004 - Oct 2009 • 5 yrs 3 mosManaged portfolio of IT audit engagements for Fortune 500 companies, generating $3 million in revenue with zero client charge backs. Engagements included but not limited to, General Computer Controls reviews, Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404, PCI DSS, and FFIEC projects. Documenting and testing IT controls, Development and implementation of cost-effective remediation plans, Information Security policies and procedures compliance reviews, Business process analysis, design and optimization.
W

Senior IT Project Manager

Web.comFeb 2001 - Aug 2004 • 3 yrs 7 mosManaged complex global IT project and programs on time and in budget, successfully achieving programs objectives.
W

Senior IT Project Manager

Web.comFeb 2001 - Aug 2004 • 3 yrs 7 mosManaged complex global IT project and programs on time and in budget, successfully achieving programs objectives.
I

IT Product Manager

Insurance Billing CompanyJan 1998 - Jan 1999 • 1 yr 1 moManaged IT product lifecycle, responsible for product strategy and development across various platforms.
P

Trainer Administrator

Perot SystemsJan 1999 - Jan 2001 • 2 yrs 1 moOversaw training program development and implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
W

Senior IT Project Manager

Web.comFeb 2001 - Aug 2004 • 3 yrs 7 mosManaged complex global IT project and programs on time and in budget, successfully achieving programs objectives.

Education

C

Concordia University

Bachelor of Commerce, Management Information Systems, Minor: Accounting1993 - 1997

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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