Vivian Odii is an IT and cybersecurity leader with extensive experience navigating complex, fast-paced environments across banking, financial services, technology, and telecommunications. She specializes in identity and access management (IAM), IT service delivery, cyber resilience, risk management, process optimization, and business transformation. Throughout her career, she has successfully led large-scale initiatives that modernized enterprise systems, strengthened security posture, and delivered measurable business value. She holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science, an MBA, and globally recognized certifications including CISSP, PMP, GSEC, AZ-900, and ITIL4. Leveraging her expertise in IT strategy, data visualization, and risk assessment, Vivian helps organizations make informed decisions and implement secure, future-ready solutions that drive operational excellence. Beyond her professional achievements, Vivian is a passionate advocate for women in technology and cybersecurity. She mentors aspiring professionals, champions personal development and leadership growth, and supports the advancement of underrepresented voices, fostering a more inclusive and innovative industry.
She is passionate about growing the cybersecurity community. As a mentor and coach, she supports emerging security professionals advancing their careers and building more diverse, inclusive security teams.
Currently serving as the vice president of ISC2 Toronto Chapter, where she drives strategic growth, facilitate knowledge sharing and professional development, and empower our community with networking opportunities. She is committed to ensuring we stay ahead of evolving cybersecurity and AI trends while remaining a valuable resource for security professionals at every career level.
What guides her work: security is most powerful when it’s strategic, not just tactical.
Key areas areas of expertise:
* Identity and Access Management (IAM) strategy, operations and automation
* Incident management and response
* Cyber resilience and business continuity
* Building high-performing security teams
* Mentoring emerging cybersecurity professionals
* Creating inclusive, diverse security leadership
* Translating complex security risk into business language