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Security Clearance: TS (SCI eligible), PMP CertifiedSummary:Seasoned executive with over 30 years of DOD experience in Program Management, Contract Compliance, Business Operations, Business Development and Capture Management, Executive-Level Briefing, Customer Relationship Management, Microsoft Suite, Acquisitions, Policy, Auditing, and Leadership. Successfully led multi-million-dollar programs from conception to production. Seamlessly executed DOD contracts consisting of diverse, cross-functional, technical agile sprint teams that led to successful deployment of cloud-based software. Easily adapts within the corporate/government environment; manages and motivates employees to be mission-focused; and is a visionary partner with strong analytical skills, having the requisite experience and motivation to deliver the best return for the organizations investments while delivering exceptional customer support. Accomplishments Led large cross-functional team of 170 subs and contractors (DevOps Engineers, AWS Cloud Architects, Cybersecurity SMEs, Test Engineers, Enterprise Architects, and Software developers) across two interrelated Agile Release Trains to ensure prompt execution of deliverables in support of DISA/DCSAs National Background Investigation System (NBIS). Led capture and program leads in getting multi-year follow-on contracts on the NBIS program valued close to$1B. Provided Senior Technical Program Management support for three individual contracts under the NBIS Programs of Record. Supported proposal efforts to capture one of the largest IDIQs awarded in DOD. Led team of Senior Engineers in capturing requirements for NBIS, developing engineering architectural diagrams (OV-1, SV-1, etc.) programmatic artifacts in the start-up of DISAs NBIS effort. Hosted several successful Quarterly Program Increment Planning sessions using Agile SAFe Methodology that brought together over 200 NBIS stakeholders, mission partners, Scrum Teams, and vendors for face-to- face collaboration, Sprint Planning and Backlog Grooming. Supplied Business Development and Capture Management in acquiring several sole source contracts valued from $10M to $91M. Managed $124M contract ensuring prompt completion of deliverables within scope and budget, while providing exceptional Customer Relationship Management. Track record in leading virtual teams, influential, able to work across organizational boundaries, dealing with ambiguity and setting up internal networks. Successfully researched potential counter-IED (counter-improvised explosive devices) initiatives as part of JIEDDOs (now JIDAs) rapid acquisition efforts and gained funding. Gained funding approval on various rapid acquisition initiatives over $100M that led to development of counter-IED initiatives to protect the Warfighter. Developed plans related to strategic facilities planning, Continuity of Operations planning (COOP), relocation analysis, decision and information papers, acquisition strategy, and asset management. Saved client over $2.2M in lease costs by performing facility analyses and consolidation. Led consolidation effort by various subcontractors and tracked project milestones. Professional Experience:Soliel, LLCDirector of Program Management March 2023 Present Provide oversight and program management support for several Soliel contracts, ensuring timely completion and submittal of all deliverables. Leverage business goals, program requirements, and internal resources to achieve growth and customer satisfaction, with an eye towards cost effectiveness, innovation, and efficiency. Support business development and capture efforts to include gathering insight, building connections, developing competitive intelligence, and strategizing win opportunities. Provide consultation and collaboration on best practices, past performance, and knowledge-sharing and teaming opportunities. Identify, define, and champion opportunities to strengthen client and industry partner relationships. Build trusted relationships with clients and teaming partners to assist in bringing client ideas to life. Page 2 of 5 Establish and build upon customer engagement to ensure current and future requirements are met. Engage with clients to capture requirements, goals, and needs to assist with building effective, strategic, realistic solutions that encompass stringent Cybersecurity principles. Prominent Global Solutions, LLCPortfolio Director/Program SME June 2021 March 2023 Provide oversight and programmatic support for PGS portfolio of programs, leveraging business goals with data analysis to achieve growth, with an eye towards cost effectiveness and realistic solutions. Led capture efforts to include gathering insight, building connections, developing competitive intelligence, and strategizing win opportunities. Provide consultation and collaboration on best practices, past performance, and knowledge-sharing and teaming opportunities. Supplied technical expertise for proposal development, RFQ and RFI responses, teaming, and bid decisions. Aid with developing the BD pipeline and tracking requirements. Identify, define, and champion opportunities to strengthen internal and client relationships. Build trusted relationships and partner closely with the executive and partner team to bring client ideas to life. Supply consultative services to the client for Trusted Workforce initiative planning, coordinating, and reporting. Analyze data, supply reports, and perform functional analysis to ensure compliance. Assure programs are well-managed, fully staffed, profitable, and aligned with company business strategy. Provide vision and leadership for a highly technical staff across multiple programs to include finance, contracts, subcontracts, and program managers. Provide training, mentorship, and guidance on building lasting, collaborative relationships with clients and partners. Assist with recruitment activities to include recruiting, interviewing applicants, development of positions descriptions, and hiring key talent. Follow-up with new hires via 30/60/90-day status checks. Develop and sustain strong partner relationships to deepen position in assigned markets. Coordinate with the various clients to ensure needs are met and if added support is required. Perform compliance and performance audits, identify trends, recommend improvement, implement tactical and strategic change. Maintain and share professional knowledge through education, networking, events, and presentations. Supply onsite consulting support to the DOD client advising in the development, measurement, analysis, and reporting of NBIS use benefits, performance data collection, and metrics. Provide onsite consulting support to the DOD client advising in the development, measurement, analysis, and reporting of use benefits, performance data collection, and metrics; document requirements and verify accuracy through coordination with stakeholders; analyze data, provide reports and perform functional analysis to ensure compliance; and identify system problems and assess whether they are attributed to automated processes and/or submission data.Perspecta Enterprise Solutions, LLCSr. Technical Program Manager June 2018 June 2021 Responsible for the quality, size, and effectiveness of contract relationships between the company and the customer. In concert with the company sales teams & delivery teams, cooperate in building effective business relationships between the company and the customer. Led the contract account team to meet the customers requirements for quality, efficiency, and cost while meeting company internal metrics in terms of financials and customer satisfaction. Served as the contracts principal representative to the customer, making business decisions and contractual commitments on behalf of the company. Responsible for revenue, profit, and increasing the business volume by increasing depth and breadth of the companys offerings. Planned and directed the delivery of contracted business activities throughout the contract's lifecycle (from business development through contract closure) for a small portfolio of contracts. Led a cross-functional team of over 170 contractors and subcontractors in providing development, configuration, testing, and programmatic support to DISAs National Background Investigation System (NBIS) and DCSAs DSS Personnel Vetting effort. Successfully led 14 Scrum Teams in providing a scalable, configurable, end-to-end solution to support NBIS in the vetting of individuals to obtain security clearances and access to Government facilities, networks, and information. Page 3 of 5 Led multi-functional team of engineers, developers, enterprise architects, system admins, and cyber analysts in code deployment while ensuring adherence to cybersecurity standards. Managed areas, customers, and teams with well-defined, limited scope, including directing daily work activities/priorities, people recruitment and development, cost management, and direction-setting. Coached and mentored direct reports and functional reports as needed. Manage team and individual performance. Accountable for the financial performance of the contract in terms of Revenue, Margin and Growth potential. Directed technical solution, operational service, partner, and sub-contractor teams. Led the account leadership team in directing the planning, assessment, and development of new business opportunities. Developed tactics and processes with the customer in areas such as performance metrics, escalation change management and communication. Mentored and trained staff, set goals, and developed and implemented process changes to ensure client satisfaction and personnel growth. Hosted Quarterly Program Increment Planning Events with client, stakeholders, and 200+ team members. Supplied Business Development and Capture Management in acquiring several sole source contracts valued from $10M to $91M. Managed $124M contract ensuring prompt completion of deliverables within scope and budget, while providing exceptional Customer Relationship Management.VOR Technology, LLCBusiness Development & Capture Manager/Project Lead September 2016 June 2018 Led Business Development and Capture Management efforts including proposal development and review; RFI/Sources Sought responses; approving and coordinating Teaming Agreements; engaging potential clients and business partners; and coordinating and hosting meet and greet opportunities with Government and industry partners. Successfully received two sole-source contracts. Oversaw development of Corporate Communications materials and documentation. Served as Project Lead/Contractor Program Manager supporting the Defense Information Systems Agencys(DISA) National Background Investigative Services Contract overseeing development of program documentation such as the Operational Concept of Operations (CONOPS), high level Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs), Risk Management Plan, etc. associated with operating and supporting NBIS networks, servers, and database. Translated architectural and system engineering work products into a Capabilities Development Document(CDD) and analyzed stakeholder feedback to the CDD for consistency, applicability, and redundancy. Performed technical and functional activities needed to evaluate productivity and management methods to transition Program from conceptual phase to implementation. Responsible for supplying executive level briefings that identify major architecture components and drafting executive level documentation that summarizes technical architecture (to include diagrams that describe components, dependencies on other components, Cyber and NetOps considerations, etc.). Served as member of the NBIS IPT; coordinated efforts and action items of the team; contributed towards the development of the monthly IPT slide deck. Responsible for overall execution and submittal of timely deliverables. AECOM Management Solutions Sector November 2015 September 2016 Project Manager (Supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency) Perform programmatic activities and assessment needed to evaluate productivity and management methods such as quality assurance, process/status reports, budgetary status reports, and program management reviews to include development of program artifacts. Provide overall management of specific task orders and ensure that the technical solutions and schedules are implemented in a timely manner. Execute horizontal integration planning and interface with other functional areas to carry out the goals of the organization and to prevent work discrepancies amongst contractor personnel. Responsible for overall contract performance, cost, schedule. Lockheed-Martin IS/GS Sector June 2012 August 2015 Project Management & Planning Operations Rep. Principal (Supporting the Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3)) Page 4 of 5 Served as the Mission Lead responsible for managing a variety of support functions to include Security, Logistics, Facilities, Human Resources, and Judge Advocate personnel. Provide support and advice to the Deputy Director on management oversight of DC3-wide projects and programs. Advise on project, operations, and organizational efficiency; plan/implement change initiatives as needed. Plans for and supports DC3, AFOSI, or IG inspections. Brief leadership on project statuses and the way ahead. Oversee acquisition and build-out of MILCON space and/or leased space based on client requirements, serving as the lead POC for reviewing and approving facility designs and subsequent changes. Conduct analysis of current space utilization to determine efficient use of space vs. future space requirements. Coordinate development of Flight Deck to determine maximum space and staffing efficiencies. Prepare/review SOW and cost estimates for facility related projects. Develop Business Case Analyses and Project Management Plans. Ensure projects are funded and oversee project stakeholders to ensure projects are completed. Lanmark Technology November 2011 June 2012Senior Analyst/Systems Integrator (Supported the Joint IED Defeat Organization, now called the Joint Improvised-Thread Defeat Organization) Researched potential counter-improvised explosive device (C-IED) initiatives as part of JIEDDOs business development efforts and obtain budget approval where possible. Socialize potential counter-IED initiatives to determine capability, interoperability, and redundancies. Manage multiple rapid acquisition programs from start to deployment. Conduct analysis of alternatives and develop recommended courses of action. Manage objectives and requirements and coordinate the development of budgets for each program/initiative. Brief program initiatives before various JIEDDO review boards and executive/military leadership to obtain funding approval. Act as primary point of contact for technical and systems related information on multiple JIEDDO projects. Seek out new technologies to help the Warfighter and coordinate research and development efforts to find and deploy solutions. Coordinate with Military Program Managers to satisfy technical requirements subject to cost, schedule, and production constraints.VIP Consulting October 2011 November 2011Realty Project Manager (Supporting the Federal Bureau of Investigation) Supplied project management support to the Bureau in standing up the Agencys Real Estate Management Unit (REMU). Develop leasing policy based on GSA and FAR mandates. Coordinated team efforts to ensure prompt development and implementation of Leasing and Acquisition Policy. Ensure compliance to GSA standards.Agensys Corporation June 2011 September 2011Consultant Acquisitions (Supporting the Joint Chiefs of Staff The Pentagon) Provided life cycle contract management to support the J7 - Directorate for Joint Force Development, Pentagon, Washington, DC Assisted Contracting Officers Representatives (COR) in preparing and requesting modifications and reviewing invoices. Reviewed and verified fund expenditures on previous years obligations. Initiated closeout procedures and de-obligation of funds on contracts as needed. Use automated contracting systems to prepare, process, and analyze transactions. Collaborated with technical Action Officers, Joint Staff Comptrollers and vendors and contractors in correcting identified contract funding discrepancies. Developed closeout documents (such as vendor letters, Contractors Release of Claims, de-obligation memos, etc.) to initiate and complete closeout process.Engineering Management Concepts October 2007 June 2011 Principal Analyst, Team Lead (Supporting the Missile Defense Agency) Page 5 of 5 Created and supervised the development of plans and programmatic information related to facility acquisition and logistics, portfolio management, and analysis of facility design and construction. Managed multiple subcontractors in meeting project deadlines. Assessed clients processes and standard operating procedures and recommended process improvements for cost savings and resource efficiencies. Performed strategic analysis and assessments, recommend best course of action. Provided strategic direction, coordination, and leadership in all facets of design and implementation of project plans. Developed budget and cost estimates for facility acquisition, hardware acquisition, and program planning. . Led site surveys; developed Statement of Work to ensure timely and problem-free acquisition. Drafted plans related to strategic facilities planning, COOP planning, relocation analysis, and decision and information papers. Interviewed prospective hires; supervised team of senior analysts; performed employee assessments and recommended areas for improvement, merit pay increases, and training needs. Served as member of IPT Team tasked with assessing clients Procurement system, analyzing findings, and recommending process improvement initiatives, providing significant cost savings. Northrop Grumman Corporation/Westinghouse Elec. Corp. December 1988-October 2007 Sr. Government Administrator/Govt. Property Specialist Served as focal point for customer audits and Program Management Reviews as it relates to property management and contract compliance. Consistently ensured property system approval rating from client. Served as subject matter expert relative to contract compliance and successful program management. Managed and tracked over $175M in government assets and ensured accurate financial and inventory reporting of assets in-country and OCONUS. Trained Program personnel on asset management, contract requirements and logistical requirements relative to storage, usage, and deployment. Performed compliance audit and recommended corrective action, where warranted. Supply status briefings to executive leadership on corrective action plan status and resolution. Created and implemented training curriculum on Property and Contracts Management. Managed government and customer assets and property database to ensure prompt update by data entry personnel. Automated old, antiquated forms. Developed and implemented procedures and instructions for managing government and customer property assets. Streamlined departmental processes to ensure cost effectiveness and reduce redundancies. Westinghouse Elec. Corp. February 1981-December 1988 Administrative Support Supplied administrative support to the Engineering Program Office and classified SCI/SAP level programs. Oversaw business operations of the PMO responsible for fielding various weaponry systems. Automated historical documents and provided weekly updates of program operations including CONUS and OCONUS travel and budget. Coordinated meetings between various teams (Engineering, Field Services, Marketing, Contracts, etc.). Professional Achievements and AffiliationsWomens Diversity Network Strathmores Whos WhoWomen in Technology International National Black MBA Association International Association of Women DC3 Leadership Excellence Award (2015) Letters of Appreciation, Missile Defense Agency Certificates of Appreciation, Tetra-Tech-EMC EducationUniversity of Phoenix/MBA/Organizational Management Coppin State University/BS/Management SciencePMI PMP Certified ProfessionalDAU Systems Acquisition Part B Certification |
