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Education
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Vijay Rajaram

Vijay Rajaram

Sandton,South Africa

Summary

Accomplished IT professional with extensive expertise in IT infrastructure management, design, and strategy. Demonstrates proficiency in IT service management, operations, and governance, ensuring robust information security and compliance across systems. Skilled in vendor management and IT support, with a strong focus on cybersecurity and cloud security. Adept at troubleshooting and patch management, leveraging communication and prioritisation skills to optimise performance. Committed to advancing ITIL practices and CompTIA standards while pursuing innovative solutions for enhanced connectivity and endpoint security.


Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

IT Infrastructure Manager

Sun International Central Office
Sandton
10.2021 - 04.2025
  • Aligned strategic IT infrastructure with business objectives to enhance organisational performance.
  • Led IT infrastructure team, fostering collaboration and high productivity.
  • Initiated and oversaw successful project implementation and post-implementation activities.
  • Ensured compliance with security, risk, and governance policies to maintain standards.
  • Drove innovation through initiation of proof of concepts for emerging technologies.
  • Developed comprehensive infrastructure and investment roadmaps to guide future initiatives.
  • Managed vendor relationships, optimising service delivery and cost efficiency.
  • Oversaw infrastructure service level agreements to ensure quality of service.

Acting Operations/General Manager

Naledi Sun
Bloemfontein
02.2018 - 02.2021
  • Oversaw casino operations for 150 slot machines, ensuring optimal functionality.
  • Directed management of a 30-room hotel to enhance guest experience.
  • Supervised food and beverage operations, maintaining high service standards.
  • Managed unit operations and general management functions effectively.

IT Facilities Manager

Windmill Casino
Bloemfontein
04.2008 - 02.2021
  • Directed strategic planning and execution of IT initiatives to drive organisational success.
  • Facilitated stakeholder communication with senior leadership and executive management.
  • Conducted research recommending tools to optimise operational efficiency.
  • Monitored service levels collaboratively to ensure user satisfaction.
  • Managed capital expenditure budgets, maintaining fiscal responsibility.
  • Championed server, network, and security architecture upgrades.
  • Led project management for infrastructure enhancements.
  • Guided teams on IT policies, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.

IT Operations Manager

Sibaya Casino
Umhlanga
10.2004 - 04.2008
  • Oversaw IT operations to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Managed IT team to enhance operational effectiveness and service quality.
  • Utilised IT service desk for efficient call management, addressing user needs.

IT Master Engineer

Boardwalk Casino
Port Elizabeth
08.2000 - 10.2004
  • Ensured operational continuity by delivering critical technical support at unit level.
  • Secured 24/7/365 uptime for systems through meticulous monitoring and management.
  • Maintained software and reinforced systems security to safeguard organisational assets.

IT Engineer

Wild Coast Sun Casino
Port Edward
08.1995 - 08.2000
  • Managed daily system administration to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Provided comprehensive hardware and software support to users, resolving issues promptly.
  • Oversaw operational duties including backup routines to safeguard data integrity.

CCTV Technician

Wild Coast Sun Casino
Port Edward
11.1993 - 08.1995
  • Ensured effective surveillance through maintenance of CCTV systems.
  • Serviced all CCTV equipment to enhance reliability and extend lifecycle.
  • Managed background music and emergency systems, bolstering operational safety.

Education

Generative AI for Beginners - Generative AI for Beginners

Udemy
07.2025 - 07.2025

CompTIA Security + - CompTIA Security +

Udemy
06.2025 - 06.2025

MS Azure Fundamentals certification - MS Azure Fundamentals certification

Microsoft
02.2024 - 02.2024

IT Management for CIO Teams - IT Management for CIO Teams

Wits Digital Campus
04.2023 - 08.2023

Master of Business Administration - MBA(Gen)

Mancosa
02.2009 - 05.2014

Certificate - Management Studies

Mancosa
01.2009 - 11.2009

Certificate - N1 – N3 Electronics and Electrical Trade Theory

Port Shepstone Technical College
01.1992 - 11.1992

Matric Exemption - Matric

Port Shepstone Secondary School
01.1991 - 11.1991

Skills

  • IT Infrastructure Management
  • IT Infrastructure Design
  • IT Strategy
  • IT Service Management
  • IT Operations
  • IT Governance
  • Information Security
  • Databases
  • Data Centers
  • Connectivity
  • Endpoint Security
  • Systems Administration
  • Compliance
  • Vendor Management
  • IT Support
  • Cybersecurity
  • Patch Management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Communication
  • Prioritization
  • ITIL
  • CompTIA
  • Cloud Security
  • Team development

Certification

  • CompTIA IT Project Plus
  • ITIL Certification, ITIL
  • CoBIT
  • MCP/CNE
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Generative AI for Beginners
  • IT Management for CIO Teams
  • MS Azure Fundamentals

Languages

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Upper intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Generative AI for Beginners - Generative AI for Beginners

Udemy
07.2025 - 07.2025

CompTIA Security + - CompTIA Security +

Udemy
06.2025 - 06.2025

MS Azure Fundamentals certification - MS Azure Fundamentals certification

Microsoft
02.2024 - 02.2024

IT Management for CIO Teams - IT Management for CIO Teams

Wits Digital Campus
04.2023 - 08.2023

IT Infrastructure Manager

Sun International Central Office
10.2021 - 04.2025

Acting Operations/General Manager

Naledi Sun
02.2018 - 02.2021

Master of Business Administration - MBA(Gen)

Mancosa
02.2009 - 05.2014

Certificate - Management Studies

Mancosa
01.2009 - 11.2009

IT Facilities Manager

Windmill Casino
04.2008 - 02.2021

IT Operations Manager

Sibaya Casino
10.2004 - 04.2008

IT Master Engineer

Boardwalk Casino
08.2000 - 10.2004

IT Engineer

Wild Coast Sun Casino
08.1995 - 08.2000

CCTV Technician

Wild Coast Sun Casino
11.1993 - 08.1995

Certificate - N1 – N3 Electronics and Electrical Trade Theory

Port Shepstone Technical College
01.1992 - 11.1992

Matric Exemption - Matric

Port Shepstone Secondary School
01.1991 - 11.1991
Vijay Rajaram