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• Program Manager for a 31-person, $20M Professional Services contract to provide the Department of Justice Law Enforcement Services and Information Sharing Office with customer liaison, project management, enterprise architecture, configuration management, business process reengineering, and governance support. The purpose of these systems is to provide customers with access and transactions services to the FBI/Criminal Justice information Service (CJIS) network of systems.• Works 100% remotely using Microsoft Teams and VPN access to client and corporate data services.

Reston, Virginia, Us

• Deputy Program Manager for a 75-person, $115M Technical Support Services contract to develop, modernize and enhance software applications owned by the Department of State Bureau of Diplomatic Security. Supervised execution of a portfolio of 50+ IT projects in a weak-matrixed environment while supporting contract deliverables, planning, hiring, personnel management, invoicing, and corporate compliance tasks. Successfully grew contract year over year while achieving profitable business targets and delivering on the customers' evolving needs.• Facilitated organizational transition to Agile Methodology by leveraging the expertise of the CACI Agile Solution Factory to provide guidance, documentation, consultants, and technical resources for agile coaching and the development of test automation infrastructure. • Managed and mentored 12 direct reports. • Recognized within the organization for knowledge pertaining to agency adoption of cloud computing solutions while shepherding the State Department's first-ever FedRAMP sponsorship of a commercial software-as-a-solution (SaaS) capability.• Transitioned to 100% telework in March 2020 as a result of COVID quarantine using Microsoft Teams and VPN access to client and corporate data services. Led efforts for team to modify business practices to operate remotely.

Reston, Virginia, Us

• Implemented Agile Scrum software development methodology using the ServiceNow software platform to transition a legacy application into a cloud-based contract management tool with improved data and reporting capabilities.• Worked closely with the client to enumerate and prioritize customer requirements to develop and test user stories.• Authored briefings and documents on behalf of the customer related to program scope, schedule, requirements and stakeholder communications.

Reston, Virginia, Us

• Directed a nine-member team providing Technical, Acquisition and Program Management support to U.S. Army LCAT III acquisition program, Counterintelligence and Human Intelligence Automated Reporting and Collection Systems (PdM CHARCS) under Distributed Common Ground System-Army (DCGS-A).• Managed cost, schedule and performance of a $7.2M Engineering Service contract in the areas of systems and software engineering, test and evaluation, acquisition, budget, logistics, and operational subject matter expertise.• Implemented a proactive and collaborative approach with stakeholders to advance the program’s highest priorities, including the delivery of two software versions, management reviews to executive leadership, budget execution, and annual PPBE/POM submissions. • Successfully refined and completed organizational cost estimation and budget planning processes. Proficient using the Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tool (ACEIT).• Implemented an improved Integrated Master Schedule that incorporated risk management processes and software test activities.• Oversaw creation and update of regulatory/statutory program documentation including the Acquisition Program Baseline, Program Office Estimate, Test & Evaluation Master Plan, Logistics Demonstration, and Security Classification Guidance.

Reston, Virginia, Us

• Senior Portfolio Manager for the JIEDDO Research and Engineering Division supporting Department of Defense efforts to defeat explosive hazards impacting military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.• Managed and reported cost, schedule and performance of 50+ developmental science and technology initiatives valued over $400M to detect, mitigate and defeat improvised explosive devices. • Led 11-member team supporting portfolio analysis on available & emerging technologies that informed organizational investment decisions, resource allocation, and budget forecasts.

Reston, Virginia, Us

• Deputy Project Manager for a 108-member contractor team that provided comprehensive Systems Engineering and Technology Assistance to develop and deliver rapid acquisition support for Soldiers deployed to Afghanistan, Iraq and globally.• As Assistant Project Manager for Operations, monitored, managed and directed personnel in the mission analysis, acquisition and deployment of material capabilities to support REF operations. Performed vital Project Management Office functions supporting cost, schedule and performance for a portfolio of up to 200 rapid acquisition projects. • As Strategic Planner, assisted the REF Director in conceptualizing and implementing his vision, prepared accurate and timely responses to senior leaders’ requests for information, and synchronized messages and activities between internal and external stakeholders. Completed a work breakdown analysis of key tasks in the REF workflow to create an enterprise process flowchart as the REF restructured from a matrixed to functional organization.• Championed in-house development of a web-based Knowledge Management System using Agile Development Methodology to increase quantity, usability, relevance, and integrity of enterprise data, as well as automating forms, workflows and deliverables in support of distributed operations and decision-making.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

• Hand-selected as the strategic transportation and logistics subject matter expert for the operations start-up of the Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA) Red Team (a multi-disciplinary think-tank).• Led diverse graduate-level research projects resulting in executive presentations to senior Army and Department of Defense management designed to increase their understanding of complex cultural and operational issues.• Created analytical Red Team techniques and procedures, eventually adopted into Army Red Team doctrine, to generate alternative perspectives that improve executive insight and decision-making.• Collaborated to uniquely emulate military opponents in terms of their cultural, religious and political environment, and replicate their operational planning. • Successfully transitioned Army Directed Studies Office from a concept using temporary personnel and supplemental funding into a permanent program in the Army base budget.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

• Directed 17-member staff responsible for the strategic planning and logistics management of mobilizations and contingencies for the Army National Guard (ARNG) in 54 States and Territories.• Improved mobilization support and communications by establishing the ARNG Logistics Operations Center and reorganizing staff responsibilities among seven disparate staff sections• Project manager for the successful establishment of three brigade-sized sets of wheeled vehicles and associated equipment for mobilization training in Mississippi, California and Louisiana.• Oversaw development of database to monitor and report the transfer of over 9,000 major pieces of military equipment to deploying units.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

• Conducted strategic/operational logistics planning, and led staff mission analysis for 1st Corps Support Command and XVIII Airborne Corps in support of real-world and training missions. Led the Military Decision Making Process to produce multiple decision briefs in support of the initial deployment of logistics units to Afghanistan.• Directed movement control functions for the XVIII Airborne Corps through efficient use of available land, sea, inland waterway, and air transportation. Trained and assisted customer units in deployment preparation and execution, equipment packing and loading, and transport of hazardous materials.• Merged transportation and material management functions into a Distribution Management Cell to eliminate redundant staff and increase in-transit visibility.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

• Led high-performance leadership, training management and pre-deployment assistance programs for 12 Army Reserve Component transportation units.• Excelled in emergency planning and crisis response programs supporting Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Defense Coordinating Element exercises with FEMA.• Volunteered and self-trained as Local Area Network (LAN) administrator using Windows NT Server operating system supporting 35 computer users.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

• Directed fleet management for 480 U.S. Army trucks and 1,500 semi-trailers logging over one million miles monthly throughout Europe.• Deployed contingent of transportation personnel to deliver water and sustainment during Operation Restore Hope in Somalia.• Senior manager for the operation and subsequent deactivation of a large military truck company requiring the reassignment of 173 personnel and transfer of all equipment and facilities. • Controlled resource management and allocation of unit equipment valued at $5.4 million.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

• Served in various U.S. Army Transportation and Logistics management positions including Platoon Leader, Company Executive Officer, Assistant Division Transportation Officer, and Chief, Movement Control Team. • Responsible for all training, administration and career development for assigned personnel. • Logistics and training missions included cross-country line haul convoys, logistical resupply and air/seaport operations throughout the U.S., Korea and Europe. Deployed a transportation contingent in 1988 in support of Yellowstone National Park fire. Deployed with 2/75 Ranger Support Element in support of Operation Just Cause. Deployed to 1990 Persian Gulf operations as a battalion transportation operations officer, instrumental in directing transportation and logistical movement within the assigned area of operations. Established an Army Movement Control Team at Aviano Airbase, Italy to expedite flow of supplies and equipment.

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Master'S Degree, Health Services Administration

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