Lou van der Bijl

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Organisations

Co-Organiser of CPT MS Developer Community

Engagements

Samsung Future Innovation Lab 2020 – 2025
DevConf 2022
Microsoft Ignite 2020
Microsoft Ignite 2019
CPTMSDUG 2018 – 2025

UI/UX & Web Security Specialist | Innovation, Accessibility & Strategic Design

With a career built on the fusion of design, development, and security, Lou is a forward-thinking leader in UI/UX strategy, application innovation, and web security. She excels at bridging front-end creativity with back-end precision, ensuring seamless integration in digital experiences that prioritize accessibility and security.

Her expertise spans responsive design, threat assessment, and team leadership, making her an invaluable asset in tackling complex technical challenges. Lou’s commitment to accessibility isn’t just professional—it’s a lifelong passion, driving her to create intuitive and inclusive interfaces that empower users. She combines analytical problem-solving with creative storytelling, ensuring digital products are both functional and engaging.

Beyond her technical prowess, Lou is a strategic thinker who thrives in dynamic environments, refining communication, mentoring teams, and delivering impactful digital solutions. Whether leading a development initiative, optimizing security protocols, or crafting a compelling user experience, she approaches every project with meticulous attention to detail and a vision for innovation.

As she continues to advance her career, Lou remains dedicated to shaping the future of UI/UX and cybersecurity—merging design excellence with proactive digital defense.

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"Louise's relentless commitment to swiftly addressing the vulnerabilities found and assigned to her has significantly reduced our company's exposure to cyber risks. Her diligence and proactive approach in ensuring that these vulnerabilities are remediated promptly have proven to be a crucial asset to our cybersecurity team. In today's ever-evolving digital landscape, cyber threats pose significant challenges to businesses like ours. With Louise on board, I am confident that Media24 is in capable hands. Her expertise and quick actions have not only safeguarded our valuable data but also instilled a sense of confidence. It is essential to acknowledge and commend her exceptional contributions to our organization. Her continuous excellence in handling these critical issues has made a tangible impact on our company's overall security posture."

Wynand B

24.com

While our paths have crossed on many occasions, I was delighted to have the pleasure of working with Louise. She is knowledgable, articulate and creative. She's a problem solver and communicator! She'd be an asset to your project or organisation.

Bergen B

“Louise has been an absolute pleasure to work with, she has an extensive knowledge of SharePoint and is absolutely flawless when it comes to design concepts. Her ability to make a simple SharePoint page look beautiful is a testament to her technical capability and her eye for detail. I would be very happy to be given the opportunity to work with Louise again.”

Charlie Shanks

Empired Australia