Kyoka Sakakura

I am an IT Audit Specialist with over five years of experience at Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, where I led IT audits for over 30 clients across diverse industries, including trading, oil, telecommunications, retail, and pharmaceuticals. My expertise includes assessing IT general controls, managing client relationships, performing data analysis using Microsoft Access and Excel, and presenting audit findings to senior executives. I have a strong track record of coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring timely project delivery, and securing system implementation support contracts based on audit results. With a background in International Relations (B.A.) from Nihon University, I combine technical expertise with strong communication and problem-solving skills, enabling me to deliver clear, actionable insights in complex environments.

• Japanese Driver's License (2019)
• Japanese Bookkeeping Level2 (2020)
• Information Security Management (JIS Q 27001 Certified)(2019)
• VBA Expert (Microsoft Excel)(2019)

• Microsoft Excel: Advanced skills in data analysis, data manipulation, and trend analysis. Proficient in using formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and other advanced features to conduct risk assessments and prepare detailed reports.
• Microsoft PowerPoint: Skilled in creating clear, professional presentations for client reporting and executive meetings, including data visualization, charts, and complex audit findings.
• Microsoft Access: Experienced in using Access for database management, querying, and reporting, with a focus on organizing large data sets for IT audits and risk analysis.
• VBA (Visual Basic for Applications): Proficient in automating repetitive tasks and creating customized solutions in Excel using VBA, improving efficiency in data processing and report generation.
• Audit Software Tools: Familiar with specialized IT audit tools such as ACL, IDEA, or other data analysis software (if applicable), to test controls, analyze data, and assess IT systems.
• Information Security Software: Basic understanding of information security tools and best practices, with experience in using security management systems to assess IT controls and evaluate risk (relevant to certifications like Information Security Management).
• General IT Knowledge: Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, networks, databases, and security protocols, with experience applying this knowledge to evaluate system risks and controls during audits.
• Document Management: Familiar with using collaborative tools such as Microsoft SharePoint, Google Drive, and other document-sharing platforms to manage and store audit documentation securely.