Jayson Jooste
About Jayson Jooste
Jayson Jooste serves as the Head of Central Services Technology at Investec, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in IT risk management and team leadership, having previously held various roles at Investec and Misys.
Current Role at Investec
Jayson Jooste currently serves as the Head of Central Services Technology at Investec. He has held this position since 2019, overseeing the development and implementation of technology solutions that enhance central services within the organization. His role involves strategic planning and execution of IT initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency.
Previous Positions at Investec
Jayson Jooste has held multiple roles at Investec prior to his current position. He worked as the Head of Group Risk IT from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on IT risk management. Before that, he was the CSIT Operations Team Lead from 2014 to 2017 and the Risk IT Service Desk Team Lead from 2011 to 2014. His career at Investec spans over eight years, during which he contributed to various IT projects.
Education and Certifications
Jayson Jooste has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry from Stellenbosch University from 1996 to 1999. He furthered his studies at the University of South Africa, where he completed a Certificate in Information Systems Planning in 2013 and a Certificate in Introduction to Information Security in 2016.
Experience at Misys
Before joining Investec, Jayson Jooste worked at Misys in London. He served as an Implementation Consultant from 2002 to 2007 and as a Support Specialist from 2000 to 2002. His experience at Misys contributed to his expertise in IT solutions and support within the financial sector.
IT Risk Management Expertise
Jayson Jooste has extensive experience in IT risk management, particularly during his tenure at Investec. He played a significant role in developing robust risk mitigation strategies and participated in strategic consulting projects that improved IT infrastructure efficiency within the banking sector.