Michael Cipollone Cissp, Ccsk, Nse 3
About Michael Cipollone Cissp, Ccsk, Nse 3
Michael Cipollone is the Senior Cyber Security Channel Manager for Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan at TELUS, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Current Role at TELUS
Michael Cipollone serves as the Senior Cyber Security Channel Manager for TELUS, focusing on the regions of Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, he is responsible for integrating the TELUS SecureSenseSolutions acquisition with the TELUS Ontario Public, Enterprise, Mid Market Large, and Small sales teams. His role involves collaborating with marketing, partners, and teammates to develop cyber security-centric offerings and their accompanying marketing campaigns. Cipollone aims to drive net new revenue and margin for TELUS shareholders through his initiatives.
Previous Experience
Before his current role, Michael Cipollone held several positions at TELUS, including Senior Client Executive from 2019 to 2020. His extensive experience in client and account management also includes serving as a Client Executive at Verizon Business from 2010 to 2018, an ISR at Dell from 2006 to 2010, and an SMB Account Executive at Insight from 2004 to 2005. Earlier in his career, he worked at IBM in multiple roles such as Software Account Manager, IBM CALL, and Order Customer Support Representative, spanning from 1998 to 2004.
Educational Background
Michael Cipollone has a robust educational background. He earned a certificate in Cyber Security Management, recognized by ISACA, from the University of Toronto in 2017. He studied Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at Ryerson University, achieving Enterprise Architecture and Infrastructure Management between 2011 and 2014. He also completed The Program on Technology Negotiation at Harvard Law School in 2009. Additionally, he studied Strategic E-Business Management at the University of Toronto from 2005 to 2007 and held various company certifications and sales training between 2001 and 2013. His introduction to Information Technology began at Seneca College in 1998.
Certifications and Training
Michael Cipollone is currently pursuing the ISACA CISA and TOGAF V9.2 certifications. He holds multiple certifications, including CISSP, CCSK, and NSE 3. His training includes the IBM Signature Sales Methodology, reflecting his strong foundation in both technical and sales-related domains.