John Whites
About John Whites
John Whites serves as the Information Security Director at Safety National, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in security roles and a strong focus on developing security frameworks that align with business growth and innovation.
Work at Safety National
John Whites has served as the Information Security Director at Safety National since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing security frameworks that support business growth and innovation. Prior to this position, he held the role of Information Security Manager from 2019 to 2023 and worked as a Security Engineer from 2016 to 2019. Throughout his tenure at Safety National, he has been instrumental in aligning information security initiatives with the company's corporate strategy and actively participates in the strategic planning of security measures to protect organizational assets.
Education and Expertise
John Whites has a solid educational background in information security and networking. He studied System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management at State Technical College of Missouri and earned a degree from ITT Technical Institute. He further enhanced his expertise by completing several courses at SANS Technology Institute, including SEC545: Cloud Security Architecture and Operations, MGT514: Security Strategic Planning, FOR508: Advanced Digital Forensics and Incident Response, and SEC540: Cloud Security and DevSecOps Automation. He also studied Network Management at Capella University.
Background
Before joining Safety National, John Whites worked as a Network Administrator at Peoples Bank in Cuba, MO, from 2007 to 2009. His career in information security began with roles that built a foundation in security engineering and management. Over the years, he has developed a strong focus on integrating business objectives with technology and security measures, enhancing organizational resilience.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John Whites has achieved significant milestones in information security. He has successfully developed and implemented security frameworks that align with business growth and innovation. His educational accomplishments include multiple certifications from SANS Technology Institute, which reflect his commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of information security.