Patty Nowak, Pmp, Csm Email and Phone Number

I’m an innovative and highly skilled IT professional with notable expertise in Program and Project Management. I am an expert in developing and executing project plans based on in-depth requirements gathering, a detailed review of project feasibility and available resources, budget allocations, and establishing the criteria for project milestones and final deliverables. I am an articulate communicator, capable of consulting with executive leadership and other key project stakeholders, to confirm technical requirements, discuss change management processes, and obtain approvals for out-of-scope changes. I have a keen ability to direct cross-functional project teams to ensure proper communication of potential project delays, manage completion of project milestones to ensure project remains on schedule, and provide guidance on complex tasks and processes to ensure on time project delivery.In my current position with BlueWater Federal Solutions, I am the IT Program Manager, managing some key company initiatives including DHA TRICARE.mil, Health.mil, Military Kids Connect, DoDSER websites, Multiple SharePoint solutions, DHA Usability Lab, more than 30 PWAs, and 20 native mobile applications aimed at supporting the health of service members, veterans and their families. I direct the activities of a 60+ member team comprised of Cyber Security Experts, Software Developers, Network Engineers, Quality Assurance Specialists, and Usability Experts. I ensure adherence to industry best practices on program and project management, as well as compliance with company and government rules and regulations. I pride myself on being an exceptional Program and Project Leader, with more than 25 years of experience acquiring invaluable knowledge, leading remarkable teams and individuals, and managing high profile projects and programs.