Yashpal Gopaulchand
About Yashpal Gopaulchand
Yashpal Gopaulchand is the Manager of Vulnerability Management & Penetration Testing at TELUS in Toronto, Canada, with over 17 years of experience in information systems and security.
Current Role at TELUS
Yashpal Gopaulchand currently holds the position of Manager - Vulnerability Management & Penetration Testing at TELUS, based in the Toronto, Canada Area. In this role, he oversees the identification and mitigation of security vulnerabilities within the organization. His responsibilities include managing penetration testing efforts to ensure the security of TELUS's information systems.
Previous Experience at Scotiabank
Prior to his role at TELUS, Yashpal Gopaulchand worked at Scotiabank as a Senior Information Security Advisor. He held this position for a decade, from 2005 to 2015. During his tenure, he was involved in providing system support and administration, overseeing recovery processes, and cross-training within the department. He also assisted with Business Continuity Plans and Disaster Recovery measures, demonstrating extensive expertise in information security.
Education Background
Yashpal Gopaulchand pursued his education at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he completed his BSc in Information Systems & Management from 2002 to 2005. Before this, he studied at Naparima College in Trinidad and Tobago from 1992 to 2000, earning a bachelor's degree in science. His academic background has provided a strong foundation for his career in information systems and security.
Professional Certifications
Yashpal Gopaulchand holds several notable professional certifications, including CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), and CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control). These certifications highlight his expertise and commitment to maintaining high standards in the field of information security.
Technical and Security Consulting Experience
With over 17 years of experience in information systems and 13 years in security consulting, Yashpal Gopaulchand is well-versed in creating and deploying IT and security solutions. His expertise includes providing support and administration for various systems like Windows 2000, Windows 2003 Server, Windows NT, and more. He has also gained experience in the Evergreen server refresh project, training employees, and covering for management during absences.