ISRAEL HAILE TIRUNEH
Addis Ababa
Summary
Senior ICT, Cybersecurity, and Information Systems Audit Leader with over 12 years of experience in the banking and financial services sector. Proven expertise in ICT governance, cybersecurity risk management, digital banking systems oversight, and risk-based auditing aligned with international standards. Demonstrated ability to strengthen institutional control frameworks, safeguard critical financial infrastructure, and advise executive leadership on enterprise risk mitigation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Senior Manager, IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity
Dashen Bank S.C.
Addis Ababa
03.2025 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership for enterprise IT infrastructure and cybersecurity supporting nationwide digital banking operations.
- Oversee cybersecurity risk management, security architecture, and protection of mission-critical systems.
- Advise executive management through risk-based assessments and cybersecurity posture reporting.
Manager, IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity
Dashen Bank S.C.
Addis Ababa
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed day-to-day IT infrastructure and cybersecurity operations for core banking systems.
- Led initiatives to enhance system resilience, availability, and security controls.
Senior Information Systems Audit Specialist
Dashen Bank
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Led and managed information systems audits covering core banking, digital channels, payment systems, and supporting infrastructure. - Assessed effectiveness of internal controls, cybersecurity measures, and system development practices. - Participated in penetration testing and security assessments of enterprise systems. - Contributed to the development and revision of IT policies, procedures, and standards. - Provided advisory support to management on risk mitigation and control improvements.
Information Systems Audit Specialist
Dashen Bank
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Conducted risk-based IT audits in accordance with accepted auditing standards. - Reviewed system security, access controls, and operational effectiveness. - Prepared clear audit reports and followed up on management action plans.
Senior Information Systems Auditor
Dashen Bank
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Evaluated compliance with internal control frameworks and regulatory requirements. - Prepared audit findings, working papers, and management reports. - Monitored implementation of corrective actions.
Information Systems Auditor
Dashen Bank
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Performed system audits across banking operations and supporting applications. - Provided recommendations to improve operational efficiency, security, and cost effectiveness.
System Switch Administrator
Dashen Bank
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Administered card switching, card management, and card production systems. - Configured HSM operations, cryptographic key management, ATM and POS interfaces. - Optimized system configurations to enhance performance and reliability.
Help Desk Attendant
Dashen Bank
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Provided first-line IT support for end users, ATM, and POS operations.
System Administrator
Gage University College
Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
10.2011 - 10.2013
- Conducted systems analysis, software development support, testing, deployment, and post-implementation services.
Education
MBA -
Maryland International College
Ethiopia01.2022
BSc - Computer Science and Information Technology
Aksum University
Ethiopia01.2010
Skills
- ICT Governance
- Cybersecurity strategy
- Risk management
- Security architecture
- Compliance frameworks
- Team leadership
- Stakeholder engagement
- Incident response
- Risk & Compliance (GRC)
- Cybersecurity Risk Management
- Information Security
- Information Systems Audit
- Internal Controls
- Fraud Management
- Cybersecurity governance
- IT strategy development
- Digital Banking
- Core Banking Systems
- Penetration Testing
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Policy Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Executive Reporting
- Stakeholder Engagement
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT)
- CISSP (Certificate)
- Certified Cybersecurity – ISC²
Languages
· Amharic – Native
· English – Fluent (Oral, Written, Reading)
Affiliations
Traveling and Reading
References
- Provided upon request.
Timeline
Senior Manager, IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity
Dashen Bank S.C.
03.2025 - Current
Manager, IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity
Dashen Bank S.C.
03.2024 - 03.2025
Senior Information Systems Audit Specialist
Dashen Bank
12.2022 - 03.2024
Information Systems Audit Specialist
Dashen Bank
04.2021 - 12.2022
Senior Information Systems Auditor
Dashen Bank
07.2019 - 04.2020
Information Systems Auditor
Dashen Bank
06.2017 - 06.2019
System Switch Administrator
Dashen Bank
07.2015 - 06.2017
Help Desk Attendant
Dashen Bank
10.2013 - 06.2015
System Administrator
Gage University College
10.2011 - 10.2013
MBA -
Maryland International College
BSc - Computer Science and Information Technology
Aksum University