Naresh Dajee
About Naresh Dajee
Naresh Dajee is the owner of Rightbyte Computing CC and has over 34 years of experience in designing and developing large-scale applications and systems. He has held various roles in notable organizations, including SITA SOC (Ltd) and the University of the Western Cape, and has a strong educational background in Management Information Systems and Business Economics.
Current Role at SITA
Naresh Dajee serves as the Senior Manager: Specialist – Information & Applications Cloud Security Architect at SITA SOC (Ltd). He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the organization's cloud security initiatives. His role involves leading the security architecture for SITA's cloud computing projects, ensuring that the systems are robust and secure. Dajee's extensive experience in information technology and security architecture supports SITA's mission to provide reliable and secure services.
Previous Experience at University of the Western Cape
Naresh Dajee worked at the University of the Western Cape for a total of 13 years, from 1994 to 2007. He held various positions, including IT Specialist: Technology Lead and Senior Specialist: Operating Systems. In these roles, he was responsible for designing and developing critical applications and systems that supported the university's operations. His tenure at the university helped him build a strong foundation in information technology and system management.
Professional Background in Project Management
Dajee has a background in project management, having worked as a Project Manager at Microsoft S.A. for one year and at the City of Cape Town for 11 months in 2004. His project management experience includes overseeing various initiatives that required coordination across multiple teams and stakeholders. This experience has equipped him with skills in managing complex projects and delivering results within set timelines.
Educational Qualifications
Naresh Dajee holds multiple degrees from the University of the Western Cape. He achieved a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) with a focus on Business/Managerial Economics, Finance, and Computer Science/Information Systems. He also earned a Masters in Management Information Systems (MIM). His educational background has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of both technical and managerial aspects of information technology.
Experience with Notable Organizations
Throughout his career, Naresh Dajee has collaborated with several prominent organizations, including the Department of Defence (SA), SAPS, the City of Cape Town, the Provincial Government of the Western Cape, Microsoft S.A., and Oracle S.A. His work with these organizations has involved designing and developing large-scale applications and systems, contributing to his extensive experience in the IT sector.