Francois Botha

Francois Botha is a seasoned technology professional specializing in cloud security and network services with extensive experience in various prestigious organizations. Currently serving as the Lead Cloud Security Architect at SSE plc since February 2024, Francois previously held the position of Senior Core Services Engineer at Nomura, focusing on DDI/IPAM and core services engineering from July 2015 to February 2024. Francois’s career also includes significant roles at Barclays, such as Network Toolset Automation Product Manager and Head of Core Services (EMEA), where responsibilities spanned product lifecycle management, core infrastructure operations, and strategic automation initiatives. With earlier experience ranging from Firewall Engineer at BT Global Services to Senior Systems Engineer at VeriSign, Francois has developed a robust skill set in IT infrastructure, security, and service delivery across multiple sectors.