Galeboe Mogotsi

The stewardship of cybersecurity and ICT governance, honed through leadership roles, has affirmed my commitment to safeguarding our academic institution's technological ecosystem.

My expertise lies in pioneering ICT strategies and fostering a culture of innovation and security awareness. The successful implementation of governance frameworks and cybersecurity initiatives reflects my ability to mobilize teams and manage sophisticated ICT operations. With a focus on strategic planning and execution, I am dedicated to propelling our institution forward in the ever-evolving cyber landscape.

I am an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with a strong background in cybersecurity, IT governance, and digital transformation. Over the past 17+ years, I have led strategic cybersecurity initiatives, IT service management, and digital transformation projects across higher education, government, and private sectors. My expertise lies in developing cybersecurity strategies, mitigating risks, enhancing IT resilience, and aligning technology with business goals.

Key Competencies & Achievements:

• Cybersecurity Leadership: Currently leading institution-wide cybersecurity at Wits University, ensuring the protection, integrity, and availability of critical assets.
• ICT Strategy & Governance: Successfully delivered large-scale ICT projects on time and within budget, optimizing infrastructure and enhancing operational efficiencies.
• Risk Management & Compliance: Implemented robust security frameworks and governance structures to reduce cyber threats and strengthen regulatory compliance.
• Cloud & Digital Transformation: Spearheaded cloud migrations that cut operational costs by 20% and improved system availability and security.
• IT Service Management: Enhanced IT service delivery, reducing downtime by 80% and improving response times by 60% to drive efficiency.
• Leadership & People Development: Managed and mentored high-performing IT teams, fostering innovation and technical excellence.

I am passionate about advancing cybersecurity awareness, fostering a security-first culture, and leveraging technology for business resilience and digital transformation.

I hold an MBA, a Postgraduate Diploma in IT Management, and a B-Tech in IT Management, equipping me with a strong foundation in cybersecurity strategy, IT governance, business transformation, and risk management.

Additionally, I am a Chartered CIO (C-CIO) and a Certified IT Business Professional (CITBP), with advanced cybersecurity certifications, reinforcing my expertise in IT leadership, digital strategy, and security governance.