Byron Pretorius
@byronpretorius
I build resilient, secure cloud and infrastructure solutions for operationally critical environments.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
At IT ServiSource, I align business strategy with secure, scalable technology execution and built a multi-tenant SaaS security ecosystem for real-time threat detection, automated incident response, compliance monitoring, and resilient data protection.
I’ve led IT operations for factory and production environments where downtime stops production. I build automated failovers, self-healing scripts, centralized alerts, disaster-recovery runbooks, and cost-effective infrastructure that restores critical services in minutes.
At Acme Graphics and DotIT SA, I designed segmented enterprise networks, implemented Zero Trust, SIEM monitoring, MFA, SD-WAN, firewall controls, virtualization, Microsoft 365 environments, Active Directory migrations, and hybrid Exchange deployments. I’ve also managed ISO 27001/NIST compliance, security audits, digital forensics, incident response, and cyber evidence recovery.
I don’t wait for work; I go find it. I treat each environment like it’s mine, combining practical troubleshooting, security governance, and technical leadership to keep legacy industrial equipment and modern cloud workloads working together.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
I lead the alignment between business strategy and technology execution, ensuring organizations implement secure, scalable, and commercially effective IT solutions that support long-term growth.
My role centers on shaping technical direction, advising clients and stakeholders on technology decisions that reduce risk, improve operational resilience, and enable business performance. I work closely
As the IT Manager at Acme Graphics, I lead end-to-end IT operations, ensuring seamless integration, security, scalability, and efficiency. From enterprise networking to cybersecurity, automation, and cloud solutions, I specialize in building, optimizing, and securing IT infrastructures that drive business success.
>Enterprise IT Infrastructure & Network Engineering
- Designed & deployed VLAN arch
Solution Architecture: Lead the development and design of technical solutions tailored to meet client requirements.
Client Relationship Management: Serve as the main point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships through regular communication and understanding their unique needs. Actively engage in client meetings to discuss technical requirements, address concerns, and provide stra
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-Fortigate & Reyee products setup, maintenance, installation, and configuration
-Assessed system hardware and software and suggested modifications to reduce lag time and improve overall speed & stability.
-Monitored systems in operation and input command to troubleshoot areas. Onboarded new users to internal sy
• Installs and services software and hardware and moves computers, printers, servers, networking devices, storage devices and related equipment related to biometric systems
• Provides diagnosis, resolution, and documents difficult hardware, software, network connectivity problems
• Analyzes and optimizes hardware and software performance through adjustments and upgrades as required
• Coordinates t
-Assessed system hardware and software and suggested modifications to reduce lag time and improve overall speed & stability.
-Monitored systems in operation and input command to troubleshoot areas. Onboarded new users to internal systems by providing network credentialing, desktop and laptop also linked computers to a network and peripheral equipment.
-Backed up company data regularly, successfull
Worked as Talent Acquisition Specialist at Benchmark Capital Group.
Director Usage of creative intellect
Management of SEO
Management of Sales
Management of recruiting new employees
Management of Digital marketing
Management of Website construction & Maintenance
Management of Customer relations
Administration, Managing marketing strategy, digital creation of promotion videos (Promo Maker), sponsorship researching, team management from sales team to marketing team, assistant to the CEO
Management of SEO
Management of Sales
Management of Digital marketing
Management of Website construction & Maintenance
Management of Customer relations
Management of Clients' intentions
Management of Teams (Management, Sales, Office, and Marketing)
• Investment Advising
• Customer service/sales
• Risk Cover advising
• Holistic retirement planning
• Administration of quotes
• Administration of final product acceptance
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Optimi College
Certificate, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) - C01061 Prep
2024 - 2026
CISM 2022: Information Security Governance
CISM 2022: Business Continuity & Security
CISM 2022: Incident Response
CISM 2022: Security Standards
CISM 2022: Managing Risk
CISM 2022: Data Privacy
CISM 2022: Assessing Risk
CISM 2022: Managing Authentication
CISM 2022: Implementing Access Control
CISM 2022: Network Security
CISM 2022: Network Attack Mitigation
CISM 2022: IT Service & Data Availability
Packt
CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional Prep Specialization
Issued Sep 2026
Red Hat
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Automation with Ansible
Issued Sep 2026
Pearson
(SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner Prep Specialization
Issued Sep 2026
Oracle
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Multicloud Architect Professional
Issued Sep 2026
Charles Sturt University
Short Course, Pen Testing
2026 - 2026
Packt
Agile Scrum Master Certification Bootcamp – PSM I and CSM
Issued Sep 2026
Macquarie University
Cyber Security: DevSecOps
Issued Sep 2026
Foundations of Project Management
Issued Sep 2026
Optimi College
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) - C01061
Issued Apr 2025 · Expires Feb 2027
OPSWAT Academy
Introduction to CIP
Issued Dec 2025 · Expires Nov 2026
Blue Team Security
Certificate, Vulnerability Management
Understanding Vulnerability management, conducting scans using Nessus, analyzing the results, and creating a report that considers severity amongst other factors to determine remediation priority.
FortiGate
Certificate, Fortigate Certified Associate Cybersecurity.
2023 - 2023
Fortinet
Fortinet Certified Associate Cybersecurity
Issued Oct 2023 · Expired Oct 2025
Security Blue Team
Introduction to Vulnerability Management
Issued Jul 2023
Carbonite
Data Security Master Partner Certification
Issued Nov 2023
OpenText
Cyber resilience master Certified partner
Issued Nov 2023
CompTIA
Certificate, IT Engineer
2021 - 2022
IT Academy - School
CompTIA Network+
Issued Apr 2022
IT Academy - School
CompTIA Server+
Issued Apr 2022
IT Academy - School
CompTIA A+
Issued Apr 2022
IT Academy - School
CompTIA Security+
Issued Apr 2022
Asean Online Education AOE
Diploma, Marketing Management
2019 - 2020
Market researchers help capture important marketing insights, which then inform crucial decisions made by marketing managers. This course will give you an understanding of the process of marketing research and core marketing concepts. You will learn how the marketing of services differs from the marketing of goods. You will also learn about the theory behind modern marketing and how it has evolved
The Human Resources Hero
Issued Oct 2020
Develop Your HR Management and Leadership Skills
Issued Oct 2020
HR and Digital Transformation
Issued Oct 2020
Alberton Christian Accdemy
High School Diploma, Math core, Business, Tourisim, Higher English, Afrikaans secondary, Physics, Chemistry
2015 - 2017
His Church School
High School Diploma, Math core, Higher English, Afrikaans secondary, Business, Tourisim, Chemistry, Biology, Physics
2004 - 2015
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Website
pbcgroup.co.zaSalary expectations
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