Samresh Ramjith has been enabling great things within the IT security space for quite some time, translating his passion for his work into a successful and rewarding career. After attaining a National Diploma in Electronic Engineering from the ML Sultan Technikon in Kwa Zulu Natal, Samresh started out as a systems engineer for Siemens South Africa. Since then, he has built an impressive, well-rounded CV displaying competencies in telecommunications, IT outsourcing and operations.
He joined Dimension Data in 2005 following a successful spell as a security technologist with the South African Reserve Bank, where he was responsible for the operation and management of the security management centre. Over the last seven years, he has advanced consistently through the ranks, from his initial role as a pre-sales consultant, to that of CTO and most recently, general manager for security technology and operations (technology director), South Africa.
In such a highly competitive and rapidly evolving industry, relevance is critical. Samresh is continually building on his formal education, acquiring numerous professional certifications through recognised industry leaders while keeping a keen edge to his skills set. In 2008, he completed the Management Development Programme offered through the University of Stellenbosch. Samresh is also an ISO 27001 Certified Lead Auditor and Certified Information Security Systems Professional as well as a Certified Information Systems Manager.
As CSMO for DDSS, Samresh plays a pivotal role in cultivating relationships with customers and vendors alike as well as critical synergies within the DD Lines of Business. He also serves as an ambassador and communications representative for DDSS, frequently presenting at events, participating in discussions and media forums and generally working towards education and raising awareness around security-related issues.