Mr. Prince AppiahResearcher · Developer

Curriculum Vitae

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Academic Positions

2024-04-01 2026-02-31
IT Support Specialist
PinAcle | Montreal, Canada · OnSite

Summary of responsibilities and achievements for this role.

GRCSOC 2Compliance Frameworks

Description of work done in this role.

  • a) Executed IT General Controls (ITGC), ensuring users' access and permission compliance using Active Directory.
  • b) Conducted technical pre-audits and vulnerability scans on systems, devices, and networks before official audits to reduce threat exposure.
  • c) Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess technology processes, evaluate IT risks, and develop risk-based audit strategies aligned with client business objectives.
  • d) Performed fieldwork, including client interviews, evidence collection, and control testing, utilizing data analytics tools to enhance audit efficiency by 45%.
2022-01-18 2024-12-31
Cloud Engineer
Deducedata Solution Center, Santander, Spain · Internship

Summary of responsibilities and achievements for this role.

Linux FundamentalDevOpsProgramming & Scripting

Description of work done in this role.

  • a) Launcing AWS EC2 cloud instances using Amazon images knowledge support service
  • b) Create and manage Amazon AWS cloud cluster
  • c) Implementing vSphere DRS Cluster.
  • d) Creating and Managing VCenter Server.

Education

2006-08-01 2009-06-30
Tepa Senior High School, Tepa-Ghana

WAEC Certificate (WASSCE)


Skills:--"Business Analytics", "Communication Skills", "Book Keeping",


Description


As high school business student I learn fundamental principles of entrepreneurship, marketing, accounting, and management to understand how companies operate. Key topics include financial literacy, creating business plans, economic principles, and digital skills, often paired with practical experience through internships, case studies, or competitive simulations

2011-08-29 2015-07-31
University of Education Winneba-Kumasi Campus, Ghana

BSc Information Technology Education


Skills:--"Programming", "Computer Hardware", "Web-Designing",



Description


The Information Technology (IT) provided me a comprehensive foundation in designing, implementing, and managing technology systems, covering key areas like programming (Python, C++), ,Computer Hardware ,database management (SQL), cybersecurity, networking, and cloud computing. I gain practical skills in system maintenance, troubleshooting, and project management while preparing for roles in software development, data analysis, and technical consulting.

2020-09-01 2023-06-30
ITMO University, Saint-Petersburg, Russia

MSc Information Security


Skills:--"Cybersecurity", "Risk Management", "Security Analyst", "Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)"


Description


This MSc in Information Security was an advanced postgraduate degree designed to prepare professionals to defend software, network systems, and data against sophisticated, evolving cyberattacks. This programs typically integrate technical expertise with management strategies, covering areas such as cryptography, digital forensics, and ethical hacking. Many programs are designed for graduates with backgrounds in computer science, engineering, or mathematics, and focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical, hands-on skills.