Gary Whynter
About Gary Whynter
Gary Whynter is the Manager of IT Security at Rise People in Vancouver, British Columbia, where he has worked since 2019. With over 25 years of experience in IT infrastructure and security, he has held various roles at Nestlé across multiple countries, focusing on network management and incident response.
Work at Rise People
Gary Whynter has served as the Manager of IT Security at Rise People since 2019. In this role, he focuses on ensuring that incident processes meet established goals, aiming to restore normal service quickly from the customer's perspective while adhering to defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs). His responsibilities include overseeing the security of information technology systems and managing the overall IT security strategy for the organization.
Previous Experience at Nestlé
Prior to his current position, Gary Whynter held various roles at Nestlé, contributing to the company's IT and network management across multiple regions. He worked as a Regional IS/IT Manager from 2009 to 2012 in Jamaica, and as a Regional Network Manager from 2015 to 2018 in São Paulo, Brazil. His experience also includes serving as Regional Network & Telecommunication Manager from 2012 to 2015, and Regional IT Manager from 2004 to 2007 in Trinidad and Tobago. His tenure at Nestlé spanned over a decade, where he developed a comprehensive understanding of IT infrastructure and management.
Education and Expertise
Gary Whynter studied at the US Army Signal Center in Fort Gordon, where he achieved a Diploma in Information Systems Analyst in 1995. He also attended St. Thomas Technical High, earning a Certificate in Electrician from 1980 to 1986. With over 25 years of experience in global planning and IT infrastructure network administration, he has developed expertise in WAN, LAN, WLAN, and VoIP technologies. His educational background and extensive experience enable him to conduct thorough business analysis and plan for enterprise-scale network implementation.
Technical Responsibilities
In his professional capacity, Gary Whynter is responsible for the design and maintenance of technology and networking infrastructure. He prepares detailed data migration plans that involve data identification, cleansing, mapping, testing, and migration, ensuring alignment with ERP planning. Additionally, he recommends upgrades to network infrastructure and information systems to maintain security compliance and enhance disaster management strategies.
Skills in Business Analysis and Security
Gary Whynter possesses extensive skills in conducting business analysis to determine requirements for network implementation. He is adept at designing solutions that meet or exceed functional, operational performance, analytical, and security requirements while minimizing technical risks. His focus on security compliance and disaster management highlights his commitment to maintaining robust IT security frameworks.