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05/09/2025

How do we protect the human in a world of AI-driven threats? We'll be unpacking this question at next week's Cyber Security Symposium Africa, which we're proud to sponsor alongside our sister company First Technology Western Cape.

Have you registered yet? Don't miss your chance to engage with industry experts, gain actionable insights about modern security techniques, and be part of meaningful conversations on cyber resilience. We look forward to meeting you!

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⏰ Starting from 08h30 on 8 & 9 September 2025
🏙️ University of Cape Town, Western Cape
🔗 Conference schedule: https://hubs.li/Q03H2z8S0
🔗 Registration: https://hubs.li/Q03H2z290

05/09/2025

… We're searching for an experienced Technical Consultant to join our Managed Services team in Cape Town.

In this role, you'll combine your strong technical capabilities and people skills to deliver on-site and remote support to our customers, helping them resolve their technical challenges with confidence.

Requirements:
✅ 3+ years of experience in cloud, server, and network troubleshooting
✅ Microsoft certifications (AZ-900, AZ-104, MS-900, MS-102, SC-900, SC-200)
✅ In-depth understanding of Microsoft technologies (Azure, Office 365, etc.)
✅ Background in helpdesk ticketing and call management processes
✅ Your own transport and availability for shift work

Find out more and apply through our careers portal 👇

💼 Role: Technical Consultant (Microsoft Support Engineer, Tier 2)
🏢 Department: Managed Services
🌍 Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
💻 Remote status: Hybrid
🔗 Details and applications: https://hubs.li/Q03H1Bzx0

04/09/2025

🔐 What's on the agenda at the 2025 Cyber Security Symposium Africa? Get ready for two full days of expert presentations, strategic discussions, and networking opportunities with security professionals and policymakers at the forefront of digital protection in Africa.

We're thrilled to sponsor this industry gathering alongside our sister company First Technology Western Cape! Look out for our teams at UCT next week… We'll be answering your questions, sharing insights, and showcasing the security solutions we're deploying for public and private organisations like yours.

See you there! Details 👇

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⏰ Starting from 08h30 on 8 & 9 September 2025
🏙️ University of Cape Town, Western Cape
🔗 Conference schedule: https://hubs.li/Q03GSMSd0
🔗 Registration: https://hubs.li/Q03GSPY50

04/09/2025

As cyber threats escalate and compliance demands intensify, technology leaders have to reassess their approach to database security. In our new article on ITWeb, BUI Global Sales Manager Colin Baumgart unpacks the five questions every CIO and CTO should ask themselves.

Read it and discover how you can improve your organisation's resilience, efficiency, and competitive advantage by being proactive about protecting the sensitive information across your database environment: https://hubs.li/Q03GRG4F0

As cyber threats escalate and compliance demands intensify, CIOs and CTOs must reassess their approach to database security, says Colin Baumgart, Global Sales Manager at BUI.

03/09/2025

📢 Now in Cape Town: Technical Consultant (Managed Services)

We're looking for an experienced support engineer who can troubleshoot issues across the Microsoft stack and deliver exceptional customer service to business and enterprise organisations. This is a growth opportunity for someone who is familiar with helpdesk ticketing processes and call management.

Responsibilities include:
➡️ Providing on-site and remote support
➡️ Responding to technical queries through Jira
➡️ Troubleshooting cloud, server and network problems
➡️ Monitoring, patching, and securing customer environments
➡️ Installing and setting up computer systems

Apply through our careers portal 👇 or tag a friend or colleague suited to this role.

💼 Role: Technical Consultant (Microsoft Support Engineer, Tier 2)
🏢 Department: Managed Services
🌍 Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
💻 Remote status: Hybrid
🔗 Details and applications: https://hubs.li/Q03GF4vj0

02/09/2025

Artificial intelligence is changing the cyber threat landscape. From AI-generated phishing campaigns to deepfake-driven fraud, attackers are leveraging AI in ways that test human trust and resilience.

At the 2025 Cyber Security Symposium Africa in Cape Town next week, BUI SecOps Service Delivery Manager Yunus Scheepers will share practical insights on how you can respond – by building awareness, strengthening your defences, and being more proactive. Hear from Yunus at 12h45 on Day 2 and stop by the BUI stand at any time to connect with our security experts.

We look forward to seeing you!

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⏰ Starting from 08h30 on 8 & 9 September 2025
🏙️ University of Cape Town, Western Cape
🔗 Conference schedule: https://hubs.li/Q03GqxQ40
🔗 Registration: https://hubs.li/Q03Gqxjm0

01/09/2025

It's the start of Spring here in the southern hemisphere and we're celebrating the new season with something sweet: floral-themed cupcakes at teatime! Thank you, , for the energy, passion and commitment you demonstrate every day. We're grateful for all you do for our company, our customers, and our communities. Enjoy the tasty treats!

01/09/2025

Have you heard? We're a Technical Consultant to join our Managed Services team in Cape Town. If you want to work with extraordinary people, leverage your broad Microsoft skills, and help solve technical challenges for customers, this could be your next move.

Your responsibilities will include:
✅ Providing on-site and remote support to customers
✅ Responding to and dealing with technical queries through Jira
✅ Assisting with the installation and configuration of computer systems
✅ Troubleshooting cloud, server and network issues
✅ Upgrading and replacing network hardware

This is a hands-on role for someone with comprehensive knowledge of the Microsoft stack and solid experience with helpdesk ticketing processes and call management. Apply online through our careers portal 👇

💼 Role: Technical Consultant (Microsoft Support Engineer, Tier 2)
🏢 Department: Managed Services
🌍 Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
💻 Remote status: Hybrid
🔗 Details and applications: https://hubs.li/Q03GlD0x0

31/08/2025

IT news roundup! Dive into the past week's headlines, highlights, and trending topics in technology to start your Monday in the know...

🔐 SECURITY 🔐

Microsoft to enforce MFA for Azure resource management | Beginning in October, Microsoft will require multi-factor authentication for all Azure resource management actions to enhance security and protect Azure clients from unauthorised access attempts.
🔗 Details: https://hubs.li/Q03GjCbk0

Google confirms Workspace accounts hit in data theft campaign | Google says the same OAuth token compromise that enabled Salesforce data theft also let hackers access a small number of Workspace accounts.
🔗 Details: https://hubs.li/Q03GjC8z0

Citrix patches three NetScaler flaws | Citrix has released fixes to address three security flaws in NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway, including one that it said has been actively exploited in the wild.
🔗 Details: https://hubs.li/Q03GjCgT0

Anthropic's Claude AI abused to build ransomware | Threat actors have exploited Anthropic's Claude Code large language model in data extortion campaigns and for creating ransomware packages.
🔗 Details: https://hubs.li/Q03GjDv90

WhatsApp fixes bug used to hack Apple users | WhatsApp has patched a security vulnerability in its iOS and macOS messaging clients that was exploited in targeted zero-day attacks.
🔗 Details: https://hubs.li/Q03GjDlT0

💼 INDUSTRY NEWS 💼

CrowdStrike to acquire Spanish startup | CrowdStrike has announced plans to acquire Onum – a Spanish startup specialising in real-time telemetry pipeline technology – to enhance its Falcon Next-Gen SIEM platform with Onum's valuable capabilities.
🔗 Details: https://hubs.li/Q03GjCKK0

30/08/2025

MFA Relay Attacks are showing up in real-world intrusions – and defenders need to be ready. In Episode 11 of our CTRL + ALT + DEFEND video series, BUI Cloud Solutions Architect Dirk Prinsloo reveals how cybercriminals perform these attacks and what you can do to mitigate the threat.

➡️ Watch now on YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q03G9r440

29/08/2025

! We're on the lookout for a skilled Technical Consultant to work with our Managed Services team and deliver exceptional on-site and remote support to our customers. If you're a people person and a problem-solver, this could be the role that propels your career forward.

Key requirements:
✅ 3+ years of experience in cloud, server, and network troubleshooting
✅ Microsoft certifications: AZ-900, AZ-104, MS-900, MS-102, SC-900, and SC-200
✅ Strong knowledge of the Microsoft stack (Azure, Office 365, and more)
✅ Experience with helpdesk ticketing processes and call management
✅ Own transport and the ability to work shifts

Head over to our careers portal to learn more about this opportunity 👇

💼 Role: Technical Consultant (Microsoft Support Engineer, Tier 2)
🏢 Department: Managed Services
🌍 Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
💻 Remote status: Hybrid
🔗 Details and applications: https://hubs.li/Q03G9ZZB0

29/08/2025

🌟 Customer success story 🌟

Technology is at its best when people love to use it. For the City of Cape Town's contractors, Windows 365 has been a game-changer.

"Even users who've worked with VDI for years found Windows 365 to be a 'wow' experience – more intuitive, more familiar, and far smoother to use," says Peter Guy, the City's IT Support Manager.

BUI is proud to have teamed up with Microsoft and First Technology to ensure a successful digital transformation for the City of Cape Town.

➡️ Read the case study: https://hubs.li/Q03G7FpT0