Ajay S.

Business Development Manager @Fortinet | Canadian MSSP’s

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

About

With over two decades of professional experience, my expertise lies in cyber security risk management and business development, particularly at TELUS where our mission aligned with my personal commitment to safeguarding digital assets. My tenure reflects a deep understanding of the evolving cyber landscape, and I thrive on creating robust defense mechanisms that protect and enable businesses. My leadership at TELUS was grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, ensuring our customers' needs are met with cutting-edge solutions.

Experience

  • MSSP Business Development Manager - AI-Driven SecOps at Fortinet
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

  • TELUS (19 yrs 11 mos)
    • Senior Cybersecurity Sales Leader
      Nov 2019 - Oct 2024 · 5 yrs

      As a Senior Cybersecurity Sales Leader at TELUS, I focused on promoting and growing the end-to-end cybersecurity portfolio. I consistently exceeded growth forecasts by selling transformative client outcomes and implementing cyber risk programs aligned with cybersecurity frameworks.

    • Senior Cybersecurity Architect
      Sep 2017 - Nov 2019 · 2 yrs 3 mos

      In my role as a Senior Cybersecurity Architect at TELUS, I spearheaded strategic cybersecurity opportunities over $1M, delivering innovative solutions through detailed documentation and presentations. I evaluated and recommended emerging technologies to enhance TELUS's cybersecurity brand, while also mobilizing stakeholder teams for solution development and delivery.

    • Senior Customer Systems Engineer
      Jan 2006 - Sep 2017 · 11 yrs 9 mos

      In my role as a Senior Customer Systems Architect at TELUS, I focused on driving growth and revenue for customers in the GTA by leading the architecture of non-standard IP solutions. I consistently exceeded growth and billed revenue targets, provided strategic support to the Sales organization, and presented technical solutions to C-Level clients.