Ruan Swart
@ruanswart
IT Operations Support Technician delivering real-time incident response and Linux-driven uptime for cloud-native broadcast systems.
What I'm looking for
I am an IT Operations Support professional with extensive hands-on experience in customer support, Linux environments, system monitoring, and live incident response within cloud-based broadcast infrastructures. I troubleshoot complex issues in real time by analysing logs and coordinating cross-functional teams to maintain uptime during high-stakes live events.
As the first professional hired into my role at my company, I developed and refined expertise that exceeded formal qualifications, thriving in high-pressure environments where strict discipline and decisive action matter. I took full ownership of service delivery across planning, coordination, maintenance, testing, and live operations (SaaS | B2B).
I also bring practical strengths from hands-on media workflow and data management work, including designing and deploying high-bandwidth, fail-safe storage and backup solutions (network-attached storage and RAID), and implementing best practices for sensitive data (encryption, checksum utilization, and data splitting). I’m now seeking a role with a clear growth path and measurable KPIs, where I can deliver operational excellence and support strategic objectives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IT Operations Support Technician
Mobii Systems
Feb 2022 - Jan 2026 (3 years 11 months)
Delivered live technical support for cloud-native broadcast and streaming infrastructure, keeping mission-critical systems operational during national and international sporting events. Monitored Linux-based services in real time, performed incident response and log analysis, and coordinated troubleshooting with clients and internal stakeholders.
Digital Imaging Technician
Self Employed
Jan 2014 - Jan 2021 (7 years)
Provided on-set data management, media workflows, and color pipeline support for film, television, and commercial productions. Ensured secure media ingestion, verification, backup, and delivery while coordinating high-performance workflows for international shoots.
Digital Film Restoration Artist
Waterfront Post-Production
Jan 2012 - Jan 2014 (2 years)
Supported digital film restoration post-production within a deadline-driven team environment, maintaining high attention to detail under stress. Applied general IT knowledge to work with required software suites and network-based storage for collaborative projects.
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Hoerskool Jan van Riebeeck
Matric, Matric
Completed Matric at Hoerskool Jan van Riebeeck in Cape Town.
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