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Bontle Ramantsi

Technical Support Engineer
Johannesburg

Summary

Security-focused IT professional with 5+ years of experience in technical support, network operations, and email security. Skilled in identifying and mitigating threats, managing incident response, and enforcing cybersecurity best practices. Proven track record supporting secure environments, with hands-on expertise in email security platforms, Office 365, Active Directory, and DNS. Currently pursuing CompTIA Security+ to deepen knowledge of threat detection and risk mitigation. Highly motivated to grow in a Security Analyst role contributing to organizational resilience and cyber defense.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications

Work History

Customer Support Associate (Email Security)

Mimecast
12.2020 - Current
  • Provided L1–L2 technical support for email security infrastructure, ensuring uptime and enforcing email policy configurations.
  • Investigated and resolved security-related incidents (spoofing, phishing, policy violations).
  • Assisted with SPF/DKIM/DMARC configurations for secure mail flow.
  • Documented security incidents and escalated threats to Tier 3 teams.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to enhance email threat mitigation strategies.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent follow-ups on outstanding issues, ensuring timely resolutions and ongoing communication updates.
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to address complex customer issues and achieve positive outcomes.

Support Engineer (Network Operations)

BitCo Telecoms
04.2019 - 11.2020
  • Monitored network and system alerts for early detection of outages and performance issues.
  • Troubleshot issues across OSI Layers 1–3, including firewall and routing issues.
  • Conducted root cause analysis and logged incidents for post-mortem evaluation.
  • Partnered with ISPs and vendors to restore and secure service availability.
  • Documented technical issues and solutions to enable tracking history and maintain accurate logs.
  • Implemented technical solutions to solve customer issues and increase satisfaction.
  • Reduced response times by prioritizing urgent requests and escalating issues when necessary.

ICT Intern (Technical Support)

Nomzamo Primary School
02.2018 - 11.2018

-Providing 1st line IT support in the school

-Initial troubleshooting is performed to determine the correct support requirements

-Ensure the troubleshooting actions are recorded in the work log of the case

-Escalate issues within timescales allowed

-Third Party Case logging and assigning cases

-Manage available stock of IT equipment and services • Maintain IT Inventory and Asset registry

-Remote Support on a LAN and WAN network environment

-Managing user accounts on Active Directory

-Managing all mailbox, contacts on Exchange Server 2003

-Setting up machines (Laptops and Desktops) with required software updates Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Connectivity Support of Desktops and Laptops to LAN, Domain and Internet

- Troubleshooting hardware and software issues

Customer Service Associate

Amazon Development Centre
02.2016 - 07.2016
  • Delivered frontline support for Amazon devices and accounts.
  • Diagnosed and escalated technical issues related to user accounts and product security.
  • Maintained a high level of product knowledge, providing accurate information to customers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Infomation Tecchnology

Eduvos
Midrand, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Security Monitoring & Threat Detection
  • Email Security (Mimecast)
  • Vulnerability Management (entry-level)
  • Network Security & DNS
  • SIEM Platforms (theoretical knowledge; training ongoing)
  • Office 365 / Azure AD Security

Software installation

Technical issues analysis

Help desk support

Customer service expert

Diagnostic testing

Team collaboration

Technical documentation

Certification

CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) – In Progress (Coursera, est. Mar 2025)

References

  • Veshal, Babulal, Technical Support Director, vbabulal@mimecast.com, Mimecast
  • Themba, Khutswa, Technical Support Manager, tkhutswa@mimecast.com, Mimecast
  • Tumo, Makapane, Manager, tmakapane@bitco.co.za, BitCo

Timeline

Customer Support Associate (Email Security)

Mimecast
12.2020 - Current

Support Engineer (Network Operations)

BitCo Telecoms
04.2019 - 11.2020

ICT Intern (Technical Support)

Nomzamo Primary School
02.2018 - 11.2018

Customer Service Associate

Amazon Development Centre
02.2016 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Science - Infomation Tecchnology

Eduvos
04.2001 -
Bontle RamantsiTechnical Support Engineer