Katie Gutierrez, IT security manager for Kamps, Inc., was named a recipient of the 2025 Women in Supply Chain award, presented by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, in the Trailblazers category.
Gutierrez stands as a trailblazer in the intersection of information technology, cybersecurity, and logistics, boasting over two decades of experience.
Throughout her career, Gutierrez has developed foundational IT security programs and ensured compliance with rigorous industry standards. For example, she spearheaded the implementation of a new Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution across the organization, providing real-time visibility into endpoint activities, enabling more effective detection, investigation, and response to potential threats. She also organized and led the organization's penetration test, an initiative vital in identifying potential vulnerabilities that, if exploited, could severely impact the company's operations.
Gutierrez collaborates with trusted security professionals to conduct comprehensive evaluations of networks, web applications and social engineering vulnerabilities. The resulting reports serve as essential tools in identifying and addressing critical weaknesses with the company's infrastructure, allowing for the prioritization and remediation of high-risk issues. Gutierrez is also responsible for overseeing a robust security awareness initiative, which features interactive training modules, realistic simulated phishing exercises and targeted quizzes designed to educate employees about best practices in cybersecurity.
By fostering continuous learning and vigilance, the initiative helps fortify the company's "human firewall" and promotes a culture of shared responsibility for safeguarding sensitive information and digital assets.
