Oliver Labastida

Oliver Labastida has a comprehensive work history in the field of information security and controls. Oliver currently holds the position of Vice President, Security and Controls at Symbotic since August 2022. Prior to this, they worked at C&S Wholesale Grocers, where they served as Vice President, Information Security and Service Delivery from July 2020 onwards. Oliver also held the role of Senior Director, Information Security and Compliance from January 2019 to July 2020 at the same company.

Before joining C&S Wholesale Grocers, Labastida worked at Research Now SSI as the Senior Manager of Information Security from January 2017 to January 2019. Prior to that, they served as the Senior Manager, Information System Security | CISO at Sun Products Corporation from March 2016 to January 2017.

Their earlier work experience includes various roles at Connolly, LLC. Oliver worked as the Manager, Information System Security from May 2013 to March 2016. Prior to that, they held positions as Senior Systems Engineer from February 2012 to May 2013, Systems Engineer from April 2010 to February 2012, Associate Systems Administrator from April 2009 to April 2010, and Senior Help Desk Technician from April 2008 to April 2009.

Labastida also gained experience as an Information Technology Specialist II at the New York State Department of Health from 2006 to 2008.

Overall, Labastida has a solid background in information security management, with progressively senior positions and extensive experience in leading security and compliance initiatives.

Oliver Labastida has a strong educational background in the field of information protection and security. Oliver obtained a Master of Science (MS) degree in National Security and Public Safety, Information Protection and Security from the University of New Haven, where they studied from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Science and Policy from the University at Albany, SUNY, where they attended from 2001 to 2006.

In addition to their academic credentials, Oliver has also obtained several certifications to further enhance their expertise. Oliver became a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) through (ISC)² in February 2014. Oliver also holds the ITIL Intermediate Certificate in Release Control and Validation and the ITIL Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management, both obtained from PEOPLECERT in May 2013 and April 2013, respectively. These certifications demonstrate their commitment to staying updated on current industry practices and standards.