Wikus Du Toit
About Wikus Du Toit
Wikus Du Toit is an Information Technology Operations Manager currently working at Recharge.com in Amsterdam. He has a diverse background in IT management, having held various roles at Luno and the University of the Free State, along with multiple relevant educational qualifications.
Work at Recharge
Wikus Du Toit serves as the Information Technology Operations Manager at Recharge.com, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he has led significant initiatives to enhance the company's IT infrastructure and security. Notably, he spearheaded the strategic implementation of Okta as the Identity Provider (IdP), which improved security and identity management across the organization. He also orchestrated a successful migration from LastPass to 1Password, enhancing password management protocols.
Previous Experience at Luno
Prior to his current role, Wikus Du Toit worked at Luno in various capacities from 2018 to 2022. He began as an IT Support Technician, then advanced to IT Administrator, and finally served as the Information Technology Service Delivery Manager. During his tenure, he contributed to the development and delivery of IT services, ensuring operational efficiency and user satisfaction.
Educational Background
Wikus Du Toit has a diverse educational background in information technology and management. He achieved a B.Sc in IT Management from the University of the Free State from 2010 to 2011. He furthered his studies at CTU Training Solutions, where he completed courses in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, as well as Systems Development. Additionally, he studied Project Management at the University of Cape Town in 2020 and IT Management in 2022.
Technical Skills and Certifications
Wikus Du Toit holds several technical certifications that complement his educational background. He achieved CompTIA A+ and CompTIA N+ certifications from CTU Training Solutions in 2017. His expertise includes IT infrastructure management, security protocols, and device management solutions, demonstrated through his management of Mobile Device Management solutions using Kandji and MS InTune.
Contributions to IT Security
Wikus Du Toit has made significant contributions to enhancing IT security within organizations. He initiated internal phishing campaigns aimed at improving user education and security awareness. Additionally, he conducted IT infrastructure audits of third-party companies during merger and acquisition processes, ensuring compliance with security standards and facilitating seamless integration.