Uba Obani

Operations Associate

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria15 yrs 6 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Led $50M+ transformation programs for global organizations.
Trained over 200 professionals in cybersecurity and GRC.
Expert in practical AI and risk management insights.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity and GRC expert with extensive experience in the Energy sector.

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Skills

Core Skills

Information GovernanceGrcInformation Management

Other Skills

ComplianceAgile Project DeliveryData GovernanceDigital TransformationData AnalyticsDigital StrategyISO 27001NISTData ProtectionTeam LeadershipIM Training & OnboardingInformation SecurityGovernance Risk & ComplianceCapital Project Data GovernanceRecords & Document Control

About

I help professionals and organizations make sense of AI, GRC, and cybersecurity, and turn complex risks into practical, real-world action. As a Tech Writer and Information Security professional, I break down what actually works in the field: not theory, not jargon, but clear playbooks teams can apply immediately. Over the last decade, I’ve supported global organizations including Chevron, Hyundai Heavy Industries, and PFL Engineering, helping deliver secure, compliant information environments for projects worth $50M+. My focus is simple: Make security practical. Make governance usable. Make risk decisions smarter. What I share here: ▪︎ Practical AI, GRC & cybersecurity insights ▪︎ Step-by-step playbooks and frameworks ▪︎ Lessons from real projects and audits ▪︎ Career guidance for professionals entering security & risk ▪︎ Digital transformation done safely and correctly Core expertise: Information Governance • ISO 27001 • NIST • GDPR • GRC • Audit Readiness • Data Protection • IAM • DLP • SIEM • AI Risk I’ve trained 200+ hybrid and remote professionals across multiple time zones and regularly collaborate with distributed global teams. Open to: Remote roles | Consulting | Contract | Advisory. If you want clear, practical security insights you can actually use, follow me. If you need someone who can bring structure, compliance, and calm to complex environments, let’s talk.

Experience

15 yrs 6 mos

Total Experience

5 yrs 2 mos

Average Tenure

11 yrs 6 mos

Current Experience

Chevron

Information Management Specialist

Dec 2014 – Present · 11 yrs 6 mos · Hybrid

Information Management Specialist | 2014 – Present | Hybrid / Global Collaboration
Lead enterprise information governance and risk management initiatives for large-scale energy projects ($50M+).
Streamlined digital workflows, reducing processing times by 30% and boosting ISO 27001 audit compliance by 45%.
Embedded NIST and COBIT frameworks into operations, strengthening cybersecurity and GRC maturity.
Conduct periodic risk assessments, manage data protection controls (IAM, DLP, SIEM), and ensure business continuity.
Conduct security and compliance training for global hybrid teams (200+ staff).
Collaborate using Power BI, SharePoint, ServiceNow, and OneTrust for secure data insights and compliance tracking.
Key Skills: Information Management, Compliance, GRC, Agile Project Delivery, Data Governance, Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, Digital Strategy.

Information ManagementComplianceGRCAgile Project DeliveryData GovernanceDigital Transformation+3

Pfl engineering services limited

Project Information Management Lead

Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 · 1 yr

Led the Project Information Management function, overseeing documentation systems, specifications, and compliance.
Granting users Access to the project repositories.
Conducted onboarding/offboarding and training of project personnel on IM processes and procedures, strengthening adherence to governance standards.
Supervised a team of IM professionals, setting priorities, ensuring quality, and supporting timely information delivery.
Applied information security controls and GRC practices to protect sensitive project data and maintain audit readiness.
Collaborated with engineering, HSE, and IT teams to improve information management, data handover, and reporting efficiency.
Key Skills: Team Leadership, IM Training & Onboarding, Information Security, Governance Risk & Compliance, Capital Project Data Governance.

Team LeadershipIM Training & OnboardingInformation SecurityGovernance Risk & ComplianceCapital Project Data GovernanceInformation Management+1

Hyundai heavy industries,s.korea

Information Management Officer

Jan 2008 – Jan 2011 · 3 yrs

Escravos Gas Project (Chevron JV) |
Supported the Escravos Gas Project, managing large volumes of project documentation, records, and engineering data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and smooth project execution.
Implemented information classification and access control practices to safeguard sensitive project data, laying early foundations for integration of information security principles in capital project environments.
Coordinated with multidisciplinary project teams to establish data governance processes, ensuring project deliverables met Chevron’s and industry standards.
Assisted in developing and enforcing policies and procedures around document control, confidentiality, and data handover, aligning with early GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) frameworks.
Contributed to audit readiness by ensuring records and information systems were maintained according to regulatory and contractual requirements.
Key Skills: Information Management, Records & Document Control, Information Security Awareness, Governance & Compliance, Capital Project Support.

Information ManagementRecords & Document ControlInformation Security AwarenessGovernance & ComplianceGRC