Gary Kuyat

Gary Kuyat is an experienced IT professional with a strong background in management roles across various organizations. Currently serving as the Manager of IT Foundational Infrastructure at EvergreenHealth since November 2021, Gary oversees teams responsible for Network, Security, Identity Management, and VoIP operations. Previously, Gary held the position of Director of Information Security & Technology at Optum, where responsibilities included directing policy and budget for IT Infrastructure and developing standards for Privacy, Security, and Technology. As the Director of Information Technology at Benaroya Research Institute, Gary established IT standards and policies while providing strategic direction to security and operations teams. Earlier experiences include roles such as Systems Architecture Manager at the University of California, San Francisco, and Senior Systems Engineer at Stentor and Digital Island. Gary's career began in IT Operations Management, where notable achievements included managing significant organizational growth and creating operational teams in diverse technological environments. Gary holds a degree from Messiah University.