Paying it forward: Rodney's Journey from ICT Director to Industry Leader | Exploring careers in Tech

In the latest episode of "Exploring Careers in Tech", ITWeb speaks to Rodney de Koch', a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in the tech industry. Rodney shares insights about his career journey, starting as a computer science graduate and working his way through both the public and private sectors. He has held significant roles, including Director of ICT for South Africa's Foreign Affairs (now DIRCO), and spent 15 years with companies like IBM, Oracle, and Microsoft. Rodney has worked internationally in regions like the Middle East, U.S., and Europe, and speaks multiple languages including Arabic and French. He now serves as a board advisor, business coach, and strategist, alongside his role at the University of Johannesburg’s Technopreneurship Center and Rhodes University's advisory committee. Rodney’s passion lies in mentoring the next generation, particularly in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data centers, while moderating CIO roundtables and tutoring honors students. #exploringc

Published on 16 October 2024