Johnsey Kivoto-National Expert, ICT Technical Committee

Contribute in the development of standards for the protection of information and ICT. This includes generic methods, techniques, and guidelines to address both security and privacy aspects.

• Lead and execute IT projects, including network upgrades, data center migrations, and the implementation of new technologies, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Evaluating new technologies and business practices that streamline operation, reduce cost, increase revenue and market share for our clients.
• Deep understanding of Information Security best practices, including risk assessment, vulnerability management, and incident response planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend improvements to optimize IT operations and enhance business efficiency.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors, suppliers, contractors, partners, and other business contacts.
• Design, implement robust IT infrastructures and effectively manage software, network, network security and cloud infrastructure for clients.

• Represented Swift Freight International in a sale of business and systems split project between Swift Freight International LLC and Barloworld Logistics covering Africa, India, China and the Middle East.
• Implemented IT infrastructure in new offices and ensured business continuity during the process.

• Safeguarded CASIO Middle East information assets against internal and external attacks.
• Implemented CASIO global IT policy in the Middle East & Africa subsidiary.
• Introduced employee information security awareness training.
• Upgraded system software and hardware regularly to defend against emerging threats and maintain performance.
• Devised and enforced ICT policies to keep risk low and achieve performance benchmarks whilst operating within scheduling and budget targets.
• Controlled user access to minimise security risks and track activities.
• Designed data recovery processes for emergencies, data theft or system malfunctions.

• Represented Swift Freight International in a six-month sale of business and systems split project between Swift Freight International LLC and Barloworld Logistics covering Africa and Asia regions.
• Implemented IT infrastructure in new offices and ensured business continuity during the sale of business and systems split process.

• Implemented Wide Area Network connecting Swift Freight International offices in Africa to a data center in Nairobi, Kenya.

• Implemented custom made ERP eFreight Suite in Africa offices with data replication to UAE and China servers for real time intercompany data replication.

• Implemented Citrix server to enhance ERP application access through the wide area network.

• Organized and managed IT & ERP training for all Swift Freight International offices in Africa.

• Managed Swift Freight International IT system in Africa.

• Planned and implemented business continuity and disaster recovery plans, asset management and resource allocation for the Africa region.

• Administered and supported the ERP servers, Citrix server, infrastructures, networks, securities, Lotus Notes/Domino, ERP, internet.

• Managed IT projects, annual IT budgets and systems reports for the Africa region.

• Evaluated latest innovations and adopted cost-effective, useful solutions.

• Optimized system security and performance with proactive changes.

• Worked with users to determine areas in need of improvement.

• Implemented company policies, technical procedures and standards for preserving the integrity and security of data, reports and access.

• Collaborated closely with other managers to smooth and improve office operations.