Glaron Pinto
Deputy Returning Officer @Sheridan Student Union
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Deputy Returning Officer @Sheridan Student Union
Oakville, ON, CA
The Sheridan Student Union represents approximately fee-paying students, advocating for their well-being across academics, personal growth, and community engagement. The 12-member elected Board of Directors provides governance and ensures student perspectives shape key decisions.As Deputy Returning Officer, I support the Chief Returning Officer in administering SSU Elections, ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance throughout the process. My responsibilities include assisting candidates and voters, monitoring campaigning and voting periods, and upholding election integrity—directly supporting the selection of student representatives who will govern on behalf of all students- Support candidates by serving as a primary point of contact, responding to questions, and assisting with candidate orientations and election events- Review election rules and policies to clarify any ambiguities and ensure consistent understanding among candidates and voters- Receive, document, and securely maintain complaints or concerns regarding election conduct, ensuring confidentiality and sharing sensitive information only with the CRO or other authorized DROs- Monitor election activities, both on-campus and online, to ensure compliance with SSUI Election Policies; document and report observations to the CRO- Assist in investigations of alleged policy violations by gathering information from involved parties and reporting findings to the CRO- Collaborate with other DROs to ensure continuity of election-related tasks and support smooth operations throughout the election period- Treat all candidates fairly and impartially; disclose any real or perceived conflicts of interest to the CRO.Perform additional election-related duties as assigned by the CRO.
EDUCATION
Sheridan College
Honors Bachelors of Information Systems Security- Information Applied Sciences, Cyber Security
Strathmore High School
High School Diploma, Computer Science
ABOUT GLARON PINTO
I am a driven and ambitious cybersecurity professional, passionate about securing digital landscapes while fostering leadership, innovation, and strategic impact. With a strong commitment to continuous learning, I thrive in dynamic environments that challenge me to think critically, solve complex problems, and bridge the gap between technical security, risk, and business strategy.I am currently pursuing a degree in cybersecurity and working as an Information Security Analyst at FCT, where I contribute to security operations, risk management initiatives, and enterprise security processes within a fast-paced, regulated environment. This role has strengthened my practical understanding of real-world security operations, governance, and incident response aligned with business objectives.Previously, I gained hands-on experience through internships at National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) and Protiviti Global, where I worked with security frameworks, risk assessments, governance models, and compliance requirements. These experiences built a strong foundation in cyber risk management, enterprise security operations, and regulatory alignment.Leadership and community involvement are central to my journey. I have held and currently hold several leadership and advisory roles, including- Board of Director – Sheridan Student Union (SSU): Advocating for students and contributing to governance-driven decision-making- Vice President of Operations – Enactus Sheridan: Leading strategic initiatives, operational planning, and team development- Student Advisory Board Member – Sheridan EDGE: Providing student insight to support innovation and entrepreneurship- Cybersecurity Student Ambassador: Representing and promoting Sheridan’s cybersecurity program- Peer Mentor: Supporting student transition, growth, and professional developmentI remain actively engaged in the cybersecurity community, regularly attending industry conferences to stay ahead of emerging threats and best practices. I also volunteer with Sheridan Mission Zero, supporting sustainability initiatives, and siberX, contributing to cybersecurity education and outreach.My professional interests focus on cybersecurity governance, risk management, security leadership, and strategy. My long-term goal is to progress into executive cybersecurity roles—shaping impactful security programs, influencing policy, and ultimately representing Canada on the global stage in cybersecurity leadership. Let’s connect—I’m always open to conversations around cybersecurity, leadership, innovation, and career growth.
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