Overview
Scott Sylvester holds the position of Sr. Executive Vice President - Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Innovation Officer at Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York[1][3]. Sylvester brings more than twenty-five years of software development experience across operating systems, embedded systems, client/server, and Internet-based applications[2]. Prior to the current role, Sylvester served as Senior Vice President - Chief Information Officer and Chief Technology Officer at the same organization beginning in October 2013[4], and previously held the position of Vice President - Chief Technology Officer from February 2012 to October 2013[5]. Sylvester's background includes employment as a Senior Technical Staff Member at IBM from June 1998 to July 2002[6]. Sylvester earned a Bachelor of Computer Science in Information Science with a business minor from Binghamton University[7].
Profile introduction
More than twenty-five years of software development experience in a variety of areas spanning operating systems, embedded systems, client/server, and Internet-based applications. Instrumental in creating technical and product strategies as well as developing software products. Strong team player with good leadership and communication skills. Directly interfaces with customers and chairs customer meetings for requirements gathering, product feedback, and technical consultation. Proven ability to work effectively with management and staff at all levels of experience. Software Specialities:…
Career history
- Sr. Executive Vice President - Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Innovation OfficerSep 2025 to presentSecurity Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York
- Senior Vice President - Chief Information Officer and Chief Technology OfficerOct 2013 to presentSecurity Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York
- Vice President - Chief Technology OfficerFeb 2012 to Oct 2013Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York
- Senior Technical Staff MemberJun 1998 to Jul 2002IBM
Education
- BUBachelor of Computer Science - Information Science, Computer Science (Business Minor)Binghamton University
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