#SpeakerSpotlightSeries
We’re excited to feature Joy Orilade-Nofa in this edition of our #SpeakerSpotlightSeries for the #EdoCybersecuritySummit2025!
Stay tuned to learn more about his role, insights, and what to expect from his session at the summit!
JOY ORILADE -NOFA
Cybersecurity Analyst | Admin & Training Professional | Founder, Cyber Future Initiative | Advocate for Digital & Social Inclusion
Joy Orilade is a dedicated cybersecurity analyst and human development advocate with a proven track record in security operations, GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance), and community empowerment. She has worked with Summit Systems ISSP, where she led a Cybersecurity Gap Assessment using the NIST CSF 2.0 for Pear SDC, identifying critical vulnerabilities and recommending strategic improvements. She also facilitated training for interns on policy development and compliance with cybersecurity best practices. She also facilitated internal training for student and new interns, particularly on GRC training and policy development, implementation, and security governance, ensuring they aligned with best practices.
Joy is the Founder of the Cyber Future Initiative (CFI) — a visionary movement committed to empowering children, teenagers, and young adults with the knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world safely, confidently, and responsibly. Through cyber awareness education, capacity building, community engagement, advocacy, and inclusive mentorship, the initiative promotes digital safety, career readiness, and proactive online behavior in both urban and underserved communities.
In her previous role as Admin Manager at Genius Hub, Joy coordinated operations and led impactful programs in life skills facilitation, youth coaching, TVET, and anti-human trafficking advocacy. She has facilitated over a dozen social impact projects funded by organizations like GIZ, IOM, and the UK Cabinet Office, including digital safety campaigns across the three senatorial districts in Edo State and digital entrepreneurship training for over 130 beneficiaries in Lagos State and over 2,500 in Edo State.
Her extensive experience spans:
Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Campaigns
Human Resource Management & Procurement
Community Education on Human Trafficking & Migration
Life Skills Facilitation (Self-esteem, Emotional Intelligence, and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support)
Mentorship & Leadership for Vulnerable Youths and Women
Digital Branding, Product Photography, and E-commerce Coaching
With strong communication and leadership skills, Joy is passionate about bridging the digital divide, especially for young women, children, and the less privileged. She believes in the power of safe digital environments and is on a mission to build a cyber-aware generation across Nigeria and Africa.
With strong communication and leadership skills, Joy is passionate about bridging the digital divide, especially for young women, children, and the less privileged. She believes in the power of safe digital environments and is on a mission to build a cyber-aware generation across Nigeria and Africa.
Want to hear Joy Orilade Nofa’s perspective on Online Safety: Our Collective Responsibility?
Join us on July 22nd at the Edo Cybersecurity Summit 2025 in Benin City!
Register now: https://lnkd.in/d9JTbthF