Philip's primary objective will be to expand Obscure Technologies’ footprint across Africa, solidifying its position as the market leader in cybersecurity distribution.
Obscure Technologies has appointed Philip Francis as CTO of Obscure Technologies. He brings 15 years of IT industry experience to Obscure with solid expertise in networking, infrastructure and securing the enterprise.
According to Francois van Hirtum, managing director at Obscure Technologies, Philip has a proven track record that is second to none and is a detail-oriented professional with exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
“My goal is to expand our footprint, entrenching our position as the undisputed market leader in the cybersecurity distribution space across Africa. I want our brand to be synonymous with excellence in consulting services, so that whenever anyone in the region thinks of cybersecurity consultancy, our company is the first organisation that comes to mind for any partner seeking top-tier security solutions,” says Philip.
“To achieve this, I will focus on maintaining our relevance in the ever-evolving market by continuously innovating and adapting to emerging trends. I am committed to fostering a culture where technical excellence is seamlessly integrated with strong sales acumen. This in turn translates into our team not only possessing the highest level of skills and certifications but also the ability to effectively convert this knowledge into successful business outcomes.”
Before joining Obscure Technologies, Philip held roles as IT manager at Ciber Consulting and ICT administrator and network engineer at Synertech. He holds a network integration system specialist diploma from Stadio Higher Education.
“My ultimate goal is to lead the business from the technology perspective to its fullest potential and establish us as the benchmark for quality and technical expertise in the field,” Philip concludes.
