Robert Saturno
About Robert Saturno
Robert Saturno is a Senior Customer Solutions Architect at TELUS with over 22 years of experience in the telecommunications industry.
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Robert Saturno is currently the Senior Customer Solutions Architect at TELUS in the Toronto, Canada area. He brings extensive experience and expertise to this role, having held various technical and engineering positions throughout his career.
Professional Experience at TELUS
Robert Saturno has a significant tenure at TELUS, where he previously served as a Senior Customer Systems Engineering Specialist from 2011 to 2020. His nine years in this role have provided deep insights into the company's operations and customer needs. Since January 2020, he has been recognized as a Digital Transformation Thought Leader within TELUS, underscoring his influence and thought leadership in the telecommunications industry.
Previous Roles in Telecommunications
Robert Saturno has amassed over 22 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. His previous roles include a Senior IP Solutions Specialist (IP Engineer) at MTS Allstream, Network Design Consultant (Technical Sales Engineer) and Senior Implementation Specialist (IMPACC) at Rogers Communications, Senior Network Analyst (Data Service Center) at Sprint Canada, Lead C.I.T. Coordinator at TNT, and Senior Data & Voice Field Technician at Entourage Technology Solutions. His extensive background highlights his versatile and comprehensive expertise in telecom technologies.
Education and Certifications
Robert Saturno has pursued a robust educational path in telecommunications and related fields. He studied at George Brown College, achieving a degree in Computer Programming/System Analysis. His certifications include the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) from Fazcom Training Institute, MEF-CECP from Carrier Ethernet Academy, and Cisco ASA Firewall Certification from Global Knowledge. Additionally, he holds certifications such as CA eHealth, Avaya Certified Solutions Specialist (ACSS), and Certified Meraki Networking Associate (CMNA). His commitment to continuous learning is evident through various specialized training programs.
Technical Expertise
With his extensive experience, Robert Saturno specializes in a wide range of telecom technologies. These include SDWAN, IPVPN, MPLS, IP, ATM, Frame Relay, VLAN, Ethernet, PPP, and Carrier Ethernet. His technical skill set also encompasses OC3, T1/T3, DSL, POTS, and 802.11a/b/g/n/ac. He has hands-on expertise with equipment from leading manufacturers such as Nortel, Alcatel, and Cisco, encompassing both transport and core elements.