David Afolabi

Background

About David Afolabi

I am a Compliance Analyst at Cognisys with a passion for helping organisations build robust security frameworks that actually protect their business. My journey into compliance consulting came through hands-on cybersecurity engineering, where I spent years implementing WAFs, SIEMs, and EDRs across diverse environments and leading technical teams at Platview Technologies. What drew me to compliance work was seeing how many organisations struggle with the gap between having good security tools and meeting regulatory requirements. That's where I found my strength, translating complex compliance standards into practical, achievable roadmaps that organisations can actually execute. Since joining Cognisys, I have maintained a 100% success rate guiding organisations through comprehensive compliance transformations. I specialise primarily in delivering ISO 27001 and SOC 2 consultation, but I have also supported clients across various regulatory frameworks, working with companies valued from £0 to £10M+. Key achievements- 100% certification success rate across all client engagements- Designed and facilitated comprehensive incident response tabletop exercises with detailed reporting- Led internal security audits that identify and resolve critical compliance gaps- Administered compliance automation through Vanta, streamlining evidence collection and compliance monitoring- Facilitated management review meetings ensuring ongoing program effectiveness. My technical background gives me a unique perspective on compliance, I understand the systems I'm helping secure, which means I can provide more practical, implementable recommendations rather than just theoretical guidance. I am always interested in connecting with fellow cybersecurity professionals, compliance experts, and anyone navigating the evolving landscape of security and regulatory requirements. Whether you're implementing your first compliance program or looking to optimize existing frameworks, I'd love to share insights and learn from your experiences. Let's connect if you're working on compliance initiatives, interested in discussing automation strategies, or simply want to exchange ideas about the future of security frameworks.