Kelvin To, P.Eng.
About Kelvin To, P.Eng.
Kelvin To, P.Eng., is a Sr. Technology Architect at TELUS with over 26 years of experience in IT security, network infrastructure, and systems engineering.
Sr. Technology Architect at TELUS
Kelvin To, P.Eng., is currently serving as a Sr. Technology Architect at TELUS, located in the Toronto, Canada area. This role involves overseeing technology architecture and ensuring optimal performance and reliability of network systems. With substantial experience in IT security, systems engineering, and network infrastructure, Kelvin applies his extensive expertise to support TELUS's technology initiatives.
Professional Experience in Systems Engineering and Consulting
Kelvin To has held various roles in systems engineering and consulting over his career. He worked as a Systems Engineer at Interware Systems in Markham, Ontario for 9 months in 2014. Before this, he was a Consultant at Lumawiz in Richmond Hill, Ontario from 2013 to 2014. His earlier roles included being a Network Analyst at Ecolab from 2003 to 2012 and at Bell Canada in the IP Technology Group from 2001 to 2002. Additionally, he was a SR&ED Consultant at Ernst & Young from 2000 to 2001 and a Y2K Consultant at Ontario Power Generation from 1997 to 1999. These roles highlight Kelvin's versatility and adaptability in various sectors within IT.
Educational Background and Certifications
Kelvin To's educational background is significant and includes advanced degrees and professional certifications. He earned a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) from Cornell University in 1994 and a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) from the University of Toronto in 1992. He also studied at La Salle College Hong Kong. Kelvin holds a CISSP security certification, signaling his expertise in information security, and an ITIL v2 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management, highlighting his capability in aligning IT services with business needs. He has also undertaken project management training.
Specialization in Network Infrastructure and IT Security
Kelvin To specializes in LAN/WAN and network Quality of Service (QoS), ensuring the effective and efficient performance of network systems. His expertise extends to Blackberry Enterprise Server Administration, which showcases his proficiency in managing mobile communications securely. Kelvin's work in IT security is underscored by his CISSP certification, reflecting his ability to protect and manage IT environments.
SR&ED Expertise with Canada Revenue Agency
With significant experience in the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) program administered by the Canada Revenue Agency, Kelvin To has a strong background in research and development tax incentives. His knowledge in this area has been honed through his role as a SR&ED Consultant at Ernst & Young and spans multiple years, underscoring his capability to navigate and optimize R&D tax credit claims for businesses.