UPPER MARLBORO, MD, March 26, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Mavis Ofe, DSc, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Dr. Ofe has established herself as a leading authority in AI Governance, Risk and Compliance within the Cybersecurity sector. Since 2025, she has served as a senior governance risk and compliance strategist at Tyto, where she manages information technology and artificial intelligence (AI) systems for two components under the Department of Justice. In this capacity, Dr. Ofe leads the onboarding and continuous assurance of secure, compliant, trustworthy and defensible AI and IT systems, overseeing applications, supervising Information System Security Officers, writing and reviewing policies and procedures, and assessing security controls. Her role also includes drafting implementation statements, conducting failover testing exercises, performing regular business continuity operations, within her components.

In addition to her work at Tyto, Dr. Ofe is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Eyongest Technology Group LLC, where she provides a full suite of services, including strategic cybersecurity consulting, rigorous assessments, immersive training, and career acceleration, while training the next generation of cybersecurity and AI governance professionals. She is also the founder of MentorMa, a global mentorship platform that connects aspiring technologists with experienced mentors worldwide. Dr. Ofe regularly collaborates with developers to enhance the MentorMa platform and is preparing for speaking engagements at events such as TEDx, as well as artificial intelligence and women's conferences worldwide.

Earlier in 2025, Dr. Ofe contributed her expertise as an Information Systems Security Representative at the FBI. In this role, she was instrumental in ensuring the integrity and security of critical information systems. From 2022 to 2025, she served as an Information Systems Security Manager at OPEXUS, a Government Community Cloud company that builds applications used to automate and streamline complex government processes. During her tenure, she led teams responsible for implementing robust cybersecurity measures and compliance protocols across its platforms. Dr. Ofe's professional journey also included serving as a contractor for the National Institutes of Health between 2018 and 2021.

Dr. Ofe's academic background has been foundational to her career accomplishments. She obtained a bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Buea in Cameroon and a Master's degree in Cybersecurity Technology from the University of Maryland Global Campus, followed by a Doctor of Computer Science with a specialty in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Colorado Technical University in 2023. Dr. Ofe also holds numerous professional certifications that reflect her dedication to excellence in Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence. She is especially proud of maintaining her Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) designation from ISC2 for over five years, a distinction widely recognized as a gold standard in cybersecurity leadership. She also holds the Advanced in Artificial Intelligence Security Management (AAISM™) certification, a distinguished and highly specialized credential that reflects advanced mastery in securing AI systems, managing AI-specific risks, and leading AI governance in complex, real-world environments. This certification places her at the forefront of the evolving field of AI security and governance.

Among her other credentials, Dr. Ofe holds the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Project Management Professional (PMP), CMMC Registered Practitioner (CMMC-RP), Oracle Certified Associate, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, and the Amazon Web Services Solutions Architect Professional certification, further demonstrating her depth of expertise across cybersecurity, cloud, and risk management domains.

Further demonstrating her dedication to the field, Dr. Ofe maintains active memberships in prominent industry organizations, such as ISACA, ISC2 Inc., the Project Management Institute, CompTIA Inc., and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Accreditation Body Inc. Notably, CompTIA recognized Dr. Ofe as a thought leader and recommended her to the U.S. Department of Labor for her professional insights.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Dr. Ofe is deeply engaged with civic initiatives as the co-founder and president of MaMiMa Global Foundation Inc., where she leads efforts to help young leaders navigate technology and health care landscapes while supporting small businesses. The foundation also offers free classes on basic computer skills and internet usage to empower communities with essential digital literacy.

Dr. Ofe's commitment to advancing knowledge extends beyond her professional roles. She is recognized as an author and speaker, frequently participating in webinars and conferences globally. Her speaking engagements include presentations at the School of Computer Science at an African University in 2026, as well as speaking at the launch of MentorMa, her global mentorship platform, and Unstoppable: The Rise of Africa's Daughters, her first book; an event attended by over 200 professionals from various walks of life. Published in 2025, the book is a powerful story of resilience, purpose, and the strength of women overcoming challenges.

She is also in the process of publishing additional books on artificial intelligence, including the academic book Governing Artificial Minds: A Complete Guide to AI Systems, Risk, Security, and Governance. In addition, she has a children's comic series in publishing, Guardians of Tomorrow, which includes Guardians of Tomorrow: Artificial Intelligence and Guardians of Tomorrow: The Race to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), an exciting journey into the future of AI as it becomes more powerful. Through her writing, she makes complex ideas simple, inspiring both professionals and the next generation of innovators.

Throughout her career, Dr. Ofe has received recognition from various professional organizations, including a Certificate of Appreciation from the U.S. Department of Labor for her contributions to the development of occupational information in the cybersecurity sector. This work helped develop relevant curricula and job descriptions that benefit future professionals entering the field. Dr. Ofe attributes much of her success to her children, who inspire her to continually strive for excellence and push beyond perceived limits.

Looking ahead, Dr. Ofe's goals focus on AI, specifically on helping organizations build defensible, accountable AI applications that ensure traceability when issues arise. She aims to collaborate with companies developing AI solutions to enhance their security frameworks, ensuring these systems remain transparent and defensible, even when decisions are based on probabilistic patterns or predictions. Dr. Ofe's ongoing dedication to advancing technology education, fostering global mentorship opportunities, and promoting secure AI practices continues to shape both her career trajectory and broader impact on society.

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