Azure Developer Associate Certificate
Azure Networking Associate
Azure Virtual Desktop Specialist
Azure Fundamentals
Jaylee Baynes Venter
26 October 1990
Namibian / South African
Jaylee.Venter@gmail.com / LetsTalkTechJaylee@gmail.com
Contact: +264 81 899 2088
18+ Years in IT Hardware & Enterprise Systems Extensive expertise delivering end‑to‑end technology solutions across enterprise and end‑user environments, both cloud and on‑premises.
• End‑User Support – Provided hardware/software troubleshooting, reducing downtime and improving user satisfaction.
• Networking Support – Maintained LAN/WAN infrastructure, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity.
• CCTV & Security Systems, including Biometrics – Installed and supported surveillance solutions, enhancing organizational security.
• POS Systems – Delivered hardware/software support for retail operations, improving transaction efficiency.
• Printer & Peripheral Support – Optimized device performance, reducing maintenance costs.
• Cybersecurity – Managed antivirus and firewall solutions, safeguarding enterprise networks.
• Enterprise Systems – Supported mission‑critical applications and infrastructure.
• Web & App Development – Designed and deployed solutions to streamline business processes.
10+ Years in Digital Transformation & Business Solutions Led initiatives to modernize workflows and drive efficiency through cloud adoption and enterprise tools. Extensive experience in Business Solutions Development Includes; Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Office Products, Licensing, as well as On-Premises Systems.
Visionary ICT Leader | Strategic Architect | Transformation Catalyst
I have led initiatives that modernize infrastructure, enhance security, and unlock new revenue streams through digital transformation.
Leadership Philosophy: I believe in leading with vision, collaboration, and accountability. My approach combines technical insight with business acumen, ensuring that teams are empowered to innovate while maintaining operational excellence.
Strategic Goal for Namibia: To position any company as a national and regional leader in digital connectivity—expanding cloud‑based services, fortifying cybersecurity, and harnessing AI‑driven automation to deliver efficiency, innovation, and customer value.
Core Strengths
ICT Architecture – Proven ability to design and implement compliant, future‑ready solutions.
Cloud Transformation – Expertise in migrating enterprises to secure, scalable cloud environments.
Cybersecurity Application – Architecting resilient systems that safeguard national and corporate assets.
AI & Automation – Leveraging emerging technologies to optimize operations and enhance customer experience.
Project Management – Leading diverse technical teams with clarity, collaboration, and measurable outcomes.
Budget Oversight – Managing multimillion‑dollar ICT budgets with fiscal discipline and strategic allocation.
Strategic Vision – Aligning ICT innovation with organizational goals to ensure competitiveness in global markets.
• C# / C++
• .Net
• Java
• Yaml
• HTML
• CSS
• JSON
• Python
• PHP
• Microsoft F# (Power FX)
• Microsoft SQL
• BQL & LQL (Business Line Query)
• PHP
• Microsoft Dataverse
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Microsoft Power Apps
• Microsoft Power Automate
• Microsoft Power Bi
• Microsoft Power Pages
• Microsoft Projects
• Azure Cognitive Services
• Azure Application Deployment – Web Apps, Virtual Machines, Networking, Monitoring and Analytics
8+ Years in Policy Development & Team Leadership Specialized in creating, reviewing, and implementing business policies and frameworks aligned with international compliance standards.
• Policy Development – Authored and amended SLAs, PII policies, backup/security protocols, and SDLC (Software Development Life-cycle) frameworks, ensuring alignment with GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and other global standards.
• Project Management – Defined project scopes, managed budgets and timelines, and coordinated technical teams to deliver on strategic objectives.
• Team Leadership – Directed small to medium‑sized teams, providing training and operational support to optimize productivity and performance.
• Business Collaboration – Strengthened cross‑functional relationships, fostering adaptability and knowledge sharing to drive organizational success.
2001
Building my first Pentium 3 Computer at the age of 11;
2003
Building my first (HTML only) Website at the age of 13;
2017
Building the first Mobile App (HomeDome under JVision) in Namibia;
2017
Launching of the Dell Warranty Centre for Namibia;
2021
Building the first Microsoft WebApp integrated Online Application Automation for Pre-Primary School Applications in Namibia;
2022
Obtaining the Azure Developer Associate Certification in 2022 within 2 weeks, (writing my exam in C#);
2022
Building the first Namibian Azure ML (Machine Learning AI (Artificial Intelligence) ChatBot, Zolt, supporting Robotics integration alongside Genius Robotics Namibia;
2023
Built the first Microsoft Power Page, Apprada/RnR: Ratings & Recognition Application, leveraging the full stack Microsoft Power suite in Namibia for employee well-being;
2023
Built the first Microsoft Power Page for NIPDB and World Economic Forum, leveraging the full stack Microsoft Power suite in Namibia for international investors;
2023
Catching the first known AI Virus in Namibia
2024
Appointed as Board Member of Cyber Security Namibia University of Science and Technology Degree (NQF Level 7)
Visionary ICT Leader | Strategic Architect | Transformation Catalyst
2022 – 2023
Representing Microsoft at the TechHuddle Event giving a Speech for Azure Hosted Websites with AI/ML Info Bots;
2022 – 2023
Consult on and Assist with Several Customer’s SharePoint (Cloud and On-Prem) Architectural Systems and Solutions;
2022 – 2023
Consult on and Assist with Several Customer’s Azure Architectural Systems and Solutions;
2021 – 2023
Consult on and Assist with Microsoft Legalities and Licensing for Customers;
2021 – 2022
Salt Essential IT Successful Rocketbook Automation using AI and Machine Learning;
2025 – 2026
Let’s Talk Tech Community Project to support Namibia’s technical community;
2025 – 2026
Open-sourcing several innovative concepts to promote Namibian collaboration and economic growth.
ML Learning AI Challenge Certificate
ML/OPs AI Challenge Certificate
Azure AI Builder Challenge Certificate
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