MODISE MARULE
Summary
A seasoned and results-driven IT leader and aspiring corporate thought-leader with over a decade of both Private and Public Sector experience in Enterprise Architecture, digital transformation, systems integration, corporate governance, and IT strategy development. Skilled in managing multi-stakeholder projects, aligning business processes with technology, and driving organizational change through advanced IT governance frameworks, including CGICT, GWEA, COBIT, ITIL, and TOGAF, and experience in large-scale, mission-critical public sector environments, spanning Executive Council Cabinet systems and Deeds Registration enterprise platforms. Proven expertise in Government-Wide Enterprise Architecture (GWEA), TOGAF 9 ADM, Data and Information Architecture, ICT Governance, ISO/IEC 27000 information security, and CISA-aligned assurance practices.
Demonstrated ability to define, govern and modernise enterprise systems that support executive decision-making, legislative oversight, citizen engagement and statutory registration services. Extensive experience in data governance, systems integration, legacy modernisation, ICT procurement, audit response, business continuity and service provider management, within PFMA and Treasury regulatory frameworks.
Recognised for translating enterprise architecture into operationally successful systems, ensuring stability, security, compliance and continuous improvement across complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Adept at advising senior management, driving consensus, and leading architecture-driven digital transformation aligned to government priorities. The range of his experience includes, amongst others, Enterprise Architecture, Business Information Systems, Business Analysis, Data-driven Strategy Development, Digital Architecture realignment and Corporate Governance, with strong business acumen.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager: e-Cabinet
Office of the Premier (Gauteng Provincial Government)
01.2020 - Current
- Exercised oversight on multi-stakeholder management of Applications Solution teams to ensure delivery various unique Application Solutions specific to the Premier’s Executive Council System’s: EXCO Declarations, Litigation Management, Leader of Government Business, Intergovernmental and International Relations, EXCO Decisions-Tracking systems, Legislative Question and Replies Management System, SOPA Commitment Monitoring and Evaluation System, for increased coordination.
- Developed, governed and executed Enterprise Architecture for the Executive Council (EXCO) Cabinet environment, aligning business strategy, information, application and technology architectures in accordance with GWEA Framework, TOGAF 9 ADM, and Government ICT House of Values (security, interoperability, reduced duplication, economies of scale).
- Led the Enterprise and Data Architecture for the Executive Council (EXCO) Cabinet ecosystem, Developed, governed and executed Enterprise Architecture for the Executive Council (EXCO) Cabinet environment, aligning business strategy, information, application and technology architectures in accordance with GWEA Framework, TOGAF 9 ADM, and Government ICT House of Values (security, interoperability, reduced duplication, economies of scale) .
- Led full ADM lifecycle (Preliminary → Phase H) for Cabinet-specific digital platforms, including Architecture Vision, Baseline & Target Architectures, Gap Analysis, Migration Roadmaps, and Implementation Governance, ensuring traceability from Executive Council strategic objectives to deployed solutions .
- Designed and implemented integrated Cabinet Application Architecture, covering, EXCO Decision Tracking System, Litigation Management System, Leader of Government Business (LGB) System, Inter-Governmental Relations (IGR) & International Relations Tracking, Petitions & Executive Sub-Committee Systems
ensuring interoperability with legacy transversal platforms hosted by SITA, including document management, identity services, and financial systems. - Established Cabinet-wide Information Architecture and Data Governance model, defining conceptual, logical and physical data models, metadata standards, data ownership, classification and retention policies for highly sensitive Executive Council information, aligned to ISO/IEC 27001/27002 and CISA information security control domains.
- Championed Cabinet Information Security Architecture, implementing, High-end encryption models, Secure messaging and collaboration platforms, Role-based access control (RBAC), Secure audit logging and incident response workflows in line with ISO 27000, CISA audit and risk practices, and government cyber-security directives.
- Provided enterprise-level Architecture Governance, chairing and participating in e-Cabinet Architecture Review forums, validating solution designs, approving architecture deliverables, enforcing standards, and ensuring compliance with GWEA reference models and Technology Reference Model (TRM) .
- Compiled and approved TORs, technical specifications and architecture inputs for ICT procurement, ensuring compliance with PFMA, Treasury Regulations and SCM prescripts, while enabling innovation through PoCs, pilots and modular solution acquisition.
- Advised Executive Management, MEC Offices, HoDs and DG-level structures on ICT strategy, enterprise integration, modernization options, risk posture and architectural trade-offs, demonstrating the ability to build consensus and drive organisational change.
- Managed multi-vendor service providers and solution partners, overseeing architecture compliance, quality assurance, performance management and financial accountability across Cabinet systems.
- Led Cabinet Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Architecture, coordinating DR testing, resilience planning, contingency requirements and audit responses in collaboration with ICT Operations and Security teams.
- Conducted architecture-led cost optimisation, reducing duplication of systems and services, particularly in audio-visual, collaboration and document management platforms, achieving measurable savings and improved service delivery.ensuring that executive decision-making, legislative accountability, citizen engagement and performance monitoring are underpinned by trusted, secure and integrated information assets in line with GWEA and TOGAF 9 ADM. Led the Enterprise and Data Architecture for the Executive Council (EXCO) Cabinet ecosystem, ensuring that executive decision-making, legislative accountability, citizen engagement and performance monitoring are underpinned by trusted, secure and integrated information assets in line with GWEA and TOGAF 9 ADM.
- Owned the Information and Data Architecture domain for e-Cabinet, defining conceptual, logical and physical data models, metadata standards, data lineage, classification and ownership for Cabinet Decisions and Resolutions, Legislature Questions and Replies, Petitions and Citizen Relations Management, SOPA Commitments Monitoring & Evaluation, Litigation, LGB and IGR processes
- Architected Cabinet systems as a single enterprise information value chain, integrating EXCO Decision Tracking, Legislature Questions Management, Petitions and Citizen Relations Management, SOPA M&E Systems Litigation and IGR Platforms
with legacy and transversal systems hosted by SITA, including document management, identity services and reporting platforms. - Established Cabinet-wide Data Governance and Information Management frameworks, defining standards for data quality, access control, retention, auditability and reporting, aligned to ISO/IEC 27001/27002 and CISA information systems control domains.
- Enabled Legislature oversight and executive accountability through Information Architecture, ensuring traceability from Legislature questions and petitions through departmental responses, executive decisions and performance outcomes.
- Applied the full TOGAF ADM lifecycle, producing Architecture Visions, Baseline and Target Architectures, Gap Analyses, Migration Roadmaps and Architecture Compliance Reviews for Cabinet solutions.
- Provided Architecture Governance and assurance, reviewing and approving solution designs, data models, integration patterns and security controls to ensure compliance with Government-Wide Enterprise Architecture standards.
- Led Information Security Architecture for Cabinet data, implementing encryption, secure data exchange, RBAC, audit logging and incident response for highly sensitive executive and citizen information.
- Compiled TORs and technical specifications for ICT procurement, ensuring PFMA and Treasury compliance while enabling scalable, data-driven solutions and value for money.
- Advised Executive Authorities, MEC Offices and senior management on ICT strategy, data-driven decision-making, system modernisation and information governance.
- Established Bi-Monthly CoS(Community of Service) Forum to drive engagements that propel teams to share systems solutions and continual service improvement.
- Successfully led the integration of cybersecurity measures within the e-Cabinet system, ensuring robust business information security to protect sensitive Executive Council data.
- Developed, Analyzed, and Validated detailed Business Cases, BRS & FRS Specifications for each Business Unit System Solution projects for increased coordination.
- Managed financial resources through proactive budgeting and readjustments according to annual operational plans.
Office of the Registrar of Deeds
12.2012 - 11.2020
- Provided enterprise-wide systems management and ICT governance for the Deeds Registration environment, ensuring the stability, availability and integrity of:
- Deeds Registration System (DRS)
- Deeds Office Tracking System (DOTS)
- DeedsWeb, DeedsView, DeedsScan and DeedsVerify across regional Deeds Registry offices.
- Contributed to the Enterprise Architecture of Deeds Registration, aligning business processes, applications, data and infrastructure to support the full registration value chain from lodgement to execution.
- Led ICT governance and operational oversight, covering system support, change management, vendor performance, audit readiness and compliance with government ICT standards.
- Supported the Paperless e-Deeds Registration Programme, ensuring that system designs and integrations translated into effective operational workflows for Registrars, Deputy Registrars and registry staff.
- DRICT: Deeds Registration Business Systems
DRDLR: Land Restitution
04.2012 - 12.2012
- Managed critical transversal systems (BAS, Logis, PERSAL), ensuring optimal resource utilization, adherence to ITIL service management practices, and compliance with COBIT governance frameworks.
- Proactively oversaw financial management of IT systems, ensuring cost-effective operations and budget adherence, while applying CISA principles to safeguard financial and data integrity.
- Led the incident management process, ensuring efficient resolution and high system up-time, driving continuous improvement through collaboration with IT vendors and internal teams.
- Managed human resources effectively by coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and optimizing personnel for improved system performance and issue resolution.
- Prioritized cybersecurity measures, applying best practices to protect sensitive government data and maintain system integrity, aligning with industry standards.
- Network Controller
Lore Engineering Business Enterprise
11.2010 - 03.2012
- Delivered management consulting services across various organizations, focusing on improving information management practices and aligning IT solutions with business goals, leveraging COBIT and ITIL principles for efficient service delivery.
- Managed service request fulfillments related to data queries, ensuring timely responses and compliance with client SLAs while optimizing resources and maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
- Oversaw financial management by tracking expenditures against budget targets, ensuring cost-effective solutions in alignment with strategic objectives, and adhering to financial management best practices.
- Applied CISA principles to review records, documents, and correspondence, ensuring that systems and processes were compliant with internal controls and security requirements.
- Created comprehensive reports using detailed technical information, providing actionable insights for senior management to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Trained and mentored administrative team members, promoting knowledge sharing and compliance with system procedures and organizational policies.
- Conducted Information Security awareness programs for clients, ensuring they adhered to industry standards and reducing security risks across organizational processes.
- Utilized management consulting principles to guide organizations in aligning their IT strategies with business objectives, driving process improvements and ensuring sustainable change.
- Management Consulting: Information Management
SOMOPA ICT
05.2009 - 10.2010
- Gathered and documented business requirements, liaising with clients to define system needs and scope in line with COBIT and ITIL principles for effective project governance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design systems, ensuring solutions met business needs and adhered to security and integrity standards.
- Developed and maintained standards and procedures, ensuring compliance with client-specific requirements and industry best practices.
- Applied cybersecurity measures to ensure system availability, security, and reliability.
- Planned short- and long-term project objectives, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
- Deployed functional solutions, creating and executing test plans to maintain quality and system integrity.
- Identified and recommended technology approaches that aligned with client-specific environments, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
- Management Consulting: Applications and Systems Developer
Apple Nexus
01.2008 - 04.2009
- Oversaw the installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of IT infrastructure, ensuring the data center met operational and strategic goals by aligning with industry best practices for facilities management and technology lifecycle management.
- Led efforts to improve system performance by analyzing log files and network traffic, identifying opportunities to optimize infrastructure, reduce inefficiencies, and enhance service reliability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement technology improvements, ensuring the commissioning and decommissioning of outdated infrastructure while ensuring smooth integration of advanced technologies into existing systems.
- Consulted with stakeholders to understand system limitations, leading initiatives to upgrade IT infrastructure and implement scalable solutions in alignment with evolving business needs and cybersecurity standards.
- Managed relationships with outsourced managed service providers, internal support teams, and external suppliers to streamline end-user setup and ensure comprehensive system support, minimizing service disruptions.
- Refined and maintained IT processes and documentation, creating clear, actionable reference guides to support team knowledge and enhance system security and compliance with COBIT and ITIL frameworks.
- ICT: Systems Analysis
Education
Post-Grad Diploma - Information Resource Management Information Systems
University of South Africa
Advanced Diploma - Information Resource Management (Information Systems)
University of South Africa
01.2021
N Dip - Information Technology Business Systems Analysis
Vaal University of Technology
01.2010
Umalusi - Senior Matriculation Certificate
01.2004
Skills
- TECH & INNOVATION
- STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT TOGAF GWEA ZACHMAN FRAMEWORK CONSULTING & ADVISORY CYBER SECURITY ISO 27000 ID&A ICT GOV PROJECT MANAGEMENT(PMBOK, PRINCE II) DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION ITIL COBIT BUSINESS ANALYSIS (BABOK) UML
- CORPORATE GOVERNANCE SASQAF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE OF ICT FRAMEWORK FSA PROMOTION OF ACCESS TO INFORMATION ACT MINIMUM INFORMATION SECURITY STANDARDS POPIA PFMA TREASURY REGULATIONS KING CODE
- CORPORATE STRATEGY
- STRATEGY DESIGN & EXECUTION STRATEGIC RISK MANAGEMENT DRIFT ANALYSIS AUGMENTED VALUE PROPOSITION
- PROCESS MODELING AND OPTIMIZATION OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
- PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT RE-ENGINEERING ICT AGILITY STRATEGIC SAVINGS ENTERPRISE PROCESS ARCHITECTURE
- STRATEGIC PROCUREMENT
- STRATEGIC SOURCING PROCUREMENT STRATEGY CONTRACT MANAGEMENT COMMODITY MANAGEMENT SPEND TREND ANALYSIS ED & SD
Certification
- Advanced Diploma: Information Resource Management
- ITIL V3 certified
- COBIT 5 certified
Timeline
Manager: e-Cabinet
Office of the Premier (Gauteng Provincial Government)
01.2020 - Current
Office of the Registrar of Deeds
12.2012 - 11.2020
DRDLR: Land Restitution
04.2012 - 12.2012
Lore Engineering Business Enterprise
11.2010 - 03.2012
SOMOPA ICT
05.2009 - 10.2010
Apple Nexus
01.2008 - 04.2009
Advanced Diploma - Information Resource Management (Information Systems)
University of South Africa
N Dip - Information Technology Business Systems Analysis
Vaal University of Technology
Umalusi - Senior Matriculation Certificate
Post-Grad Diploma - Information Resource Management Information Systems
University of South Africa
References
- Thapelo, Mashiane, Deputy Director-General: Institutional Development, and Intergrity Management, thapelo.mashiane@gauteng.gov.za, 073 715 3211, Office of the Premier (Executive Support & Stakeholder Management), Role: Deputy Director General
- Mr Given, Gabara, Registrar of Deeds, given.gabara@drdlr.gov.za, 082 050 3996, 082 448 3202, Office of the Chief Registrar of Deeds, Role: Registrar of Deeds
- Mr. Themba Shongwe, Chief Infrastructure Manager, 071 853 1163, DRDLR Land Restitution, Role: Chief Infrastructure Manager, Contact: Themba.Shongwe@dla.gov.za
PROGRAMMES
- Advanced Management Development Programme (Tshwane University of Technology (NQF7) 2016)
- Mentoring for Public Service Managers (National School of Government(2019))
- Ethics in the Public Service(National School of Government (2020))
- Cyber Security(ECL(2022))
- Nyukela SMS pre-entry Programme (National School of Government (2021))
- Corporate Governance Practitioner Board Programme (Corporate Governance Institute of South Africa)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- ID No : 8802295856083
- Race: African
- Drivers Licence: C1
- Gender: Male