Tendai Choruwa
@tendaichoruwa
Results-driven IT Manager with expertise in cloud solutions.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am an IT Manager with over 18 years of experience specializing in Enterprise Servers, Storage, and Networking. My career has been dedicated to designing and deploying complex cloud-based solutions that streamline business operations and enhance customer engagement. I have a proven track record in managing cross-functional teams and delivering impactful digital transformation projects across various industries, including mining, finance, and retail.
Throughout my career, I have successfully optimized IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security compliance. My expertise in customizing Microsoft 365 solutions and integrating with Power Platform and Azure services has allowed me to automate business processes effectively, improving overall efficiency. I am passionate about continuous improvement and innovation, always seeking new IT solutions that drive organizational growth and operational excellence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IT Manager
AI Africa Mining
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Results-driven IT Manager with a focus on infrastructure management and support, ensuring 99.9% uptime and optimizing IT operations. Proven track record in security compliance, vendor management, and project management, leading to significant improvements in operational efficiency and system performance.
Senior Specialist Infrastructure Engineer
Finnix
May 2014 - Oct 2023 (9 years 5 months)
Led initiatives to strengthen security and optimize server performance, achieving a 99.98% uptime through advanced infrastructure solutions. Successfully implemented virtualization and enhanced storage infrastructure, significantly improving operational efficiency and data retrieval speeds.
Microsoft Infrastructure Engineer
FinTech
Nov 2007 - Mar 2014 (6 years 4 months)
Managed and optimized Microsoft infrastructure across multiple sites, enhancing system performance and reducing downtime. Implemented proactive risk management strategies, resulting in improved compliance and user experience.
Systems Administrator
National Institute of Information Technology
Feb 2004 - Sep 2007 (3 years 7 months)
Provided comprehensive systems administration support, managing Active Directory and server environments for over 250 users. Focused on troubleshooting and optimizing end-user experiences through effective IT solutions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Richfield Graduate Institute
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Information Technology
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in IT.
EUEdinburgh Napier University
Bachelor of Science, Computing
Bachelor of Science in Computing.
Euro Africa Campus
Higher National Diploma, Computer Networks
Higher National Diploma in Computer Networks.
NIIT
Honours Diploma, e-Technology Computing
Honours Diploma in e-Technology Computing.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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