Tech trivia with Adenike Adejobi, IT Audit Analyst at Zedcrest

Meet Adenike Adejobi, an Information Technology Audit Analyst at Zedcrest Group, one of Africa’s premier financial powerhouses. She holds a B.Tech in Cybersecurity from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA).

Adenike’s entry into tech was a deliberate build. While pursuing her degree, she supplemented her academic knowledge with rigorous self-study. Seeking to sharpen her edge, she completed an intensive 8-month program with the CyberSafe Foundation, where she specialised in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). This experience transformed her theoretical knowledge into specialised technical skill.

Her professional story began at Zedcrest Group during her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) year. Starting as an Application Support Intern, Adenike demonstrated the technical curiosity and diligence required to navigate complex financial systems. 

Her performance during her service year opened doors. Upon completion of her NYSC, she successfully transitioned into her current role within IT Audit. Today, Adenike stands at the intersection of finance and security, ensuring the integrity of the systems that power one of the continent’s leading financial institutions.

Adenike Adejobi

In our premier episode of tech trivia, we ask Adenike a few questions. We share her answers below:

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1. Summarise your mornings in one sentence

My mornings are a balance of quiet planning, as my work is hybrid. When I’m not at the office, I’m at home, thinking through tasks, priorities, and how best to structure the day.

2. Describe your gadget setup

My setup includes a work laptop and mouse, a reliable internet connection, a headset for music, and my phone nearby for quick check-ins when I take short breaks from my laptop.

3. What tech tools/applications do you use the most for work?

As an IT auditor i use Microsoft Excel for analysis, Outlook and Teams for collaboration, audit documentation tools, and core enterprise applications for reviews.

4. What do you do when you need inspiration?

I speak with my Dad first because he’s one of my greatest cheerleaders. When I’m on my own, I find inspiration by journaling my thoughts, listening to music, and reminding myself of the impact I want to make.

5. What mobile application can you not do without daily?

WhatsApp and Snapchat are indispensable for me, keeping me connected with people who matter and helping me unwind during my short breaks from work most times.

6. What tech solution do you wish someone had created?

A centralised tool that combines access provisioning data, role matrices, license usage, and audit trails to identify unimplemented controls, excessive privileges, and compliance gaps without relying solely on manual reviews.

7. If you had unlimited time and money, what problem would you solve?

If I had unlimited time and resources, I would establish a global initiative that empowers people to reach their full potential through education, mentorship, and safe access to technology.

Having personally experienced the difference that guidance and exposure can make, like enrolling in the CyberSafe Foundation program after graduating in cybersecurity, I know how transformative access to knowledge and support can be.

I would focus on creating opportunities for those with talent and curiosity, ensuring that no one is held back by circumstance or lack of access.

8. Which woman in tech inspires you the most?

Confidence Staveley inspires me deeply. After graduating as a cybersecurity student from the Federal University of Technology, I enrolled in the CyberSafe Foundation program, which introduced me to the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) aspect of cybersecurity. 

Confidence Staveley. Source: LinkedIn

Her commitment to mentoring young women into tech and her goodwill have had a lasting impact on my career path, showing me the importance of giving back while excelling in the field.

9. Which profound statement inspires you the most?

Commit to being exceptional in what you do, and recognition will follow.

10. Whose women in tech trivia would you love to read?

I would love to read about African women who carved paths in cybersecurity, how they overcame barriers, and the innovative projects they’ve led.

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