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PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLEProject ManagerExecutive leader and Master of Science in Technology Management with expertise in all facets of Information Technology and Project Management. Skilled with a proven record of success in the areas of resource sharing, solution implementation, cost avoidance, and budget management. Instrumental in streamlining and improving processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing complex technological solutions. Department of Homeland Security Public Trust, dod secret clearance. Proficiency in MS Office, Jira, PPM Clarity, ServiceNow, PRISM, ITIL, and MS Project.Project ManagementSystem Life Cycle DevelopmentStrategic Planning/Risk AnalysisLeadership & Team BuildingCustomer RelationsRequirement AnalysisSystems IntegrationWaterfall/Agile/ScrumSoftware ApplicationsOperations & MaintenanceInterpersonal CommunicationData SecurityBudgeting & Cost ControlStakeholder NeedsBusiness SolutionsITIL v3Education & CredentialsCertified Authorization Professional (CAP) Security Assessment and Authorization Certification, isc2, 2019Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Scrum Alliance, 2018Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Project Management Institute (PMI), 2017Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v3 Certification, 2010Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training, BAE Systems, 2008Earned Value Management system CAM Preparation, 2007Earned Value Management CAM Basic Training, 2008Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute (PMI), 2007Introduction Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI), The Process Company, 2004SCAMPI Appraisal Team Training, The Process Company, 2004CMMI Appraisal/Assessment Team Training, The Process Company, 2004Master of Science, Technology Systems Management, University of Maryland, University College, College Park, MD, 1999Certification in Systems Analysis, Grumman Data Systems Institute, 1979Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Queens College, New York City, NY, 1978Professional ExperienceANSER February 2023 August 2024Senior IT Project Manager U.S. Census Bureau.Developing and maintaining eSDLC documentation including Initial Business Proposals, detailed Business Proposals, Project Charters, Project Management Plans, Lessons Learned and project close out reports for all assigned projects.Building a resource loaded project schedule in the current IT PMO scheduling environment for project charter approval of the governance board.Building Earned Value Management (EVM) into project schedules as required by the Portfolio Manager (PfM) or Chief of the IT PMOCulmen International August 2021 December 2022Project Manager - Department of Homeland Security/CISA/CSD/VM/Business OperationsProject Manager supporting the Department of Homeland Securitys Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). CISA provides project management support, requirement analysis, deployment, operational, program management, industry partnership, and customer support to satisfy the Departments mission in Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity.Support effort to develop the following Project templates: Cost Management/Scope Management Plans, Risk Management Plan, Communication Management Plan and Project CharterInTec LLC June 2019 June 2021Project Manager - Department of Homeland Security/Office of the OCIO 40 hr. weekManage the A-LAN infrastructure relocation project to include: migrate Network Core Switches, Wireless Infrastructure, VTC, and Core Services and Servers relocation from NAC and Glebe to St. Elizabeths and Site A.Developed procurement packages, to include Statement of Work (SOWs) /Performance Work Statement (PWS), and Rough Order of Magnitude Estimate (ROM) estimates /Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) milestone plansManaged and coordinate contractors/vendors, and engineers review design documents, implementation plan, site plans for project coordination and quality. Reviewed vendors detailed project schedule, resource plan, and status reportsLed effort to develop the following Project templates: Project Management Plan, Risk Management Plan, and Project Charter.Develop System Life Cycle Documentation plans such System Design Document, Implementation Plan, Testing Plan and Deployment Plan.INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE/IT/Cybersecurity/Architecture & Implementation/OversightFebruary 2017 May 2019Information Technology Spec (Security) GS-14 40 hr. weekPlanned budgeting activities (Investment funds & Operation and Maintenance) for cybersecurity organization. Worked with senior management in developing budget plans for new implementation strategies (investment funding), operation and maintenance.Worked with senior management in developing budget plans for new implementation strategies, operation and maintenance.Recommended and completed budget reprogramming actions to assume optimum utilization of available resources and accomplishments.Assisted in the development of Sustaining Infrastructure Investment Management Plans for Cybersecurity projects.Reviewed and recommended Cybersecurity impacts (Federal Information Security Management Act) FISMA assessments to proposed Information Technology investments (modernization and enhancements).Reviewed and analyzed budget estimates, work programs and resources for soundness of technical treatment and format, accuracy, adequacy of supporting narrative.NUAXIS INNOVATIONS, Washington, DC November 2016 February 2017Project Manager - Department of Labor (DOL/OCIO) 40 hr. weekHandled the development and maintenance of the overall project plan, resources, forecasting, work scheduling, issue escalation, staff supervision, and all day to day operational management.Managed PC lifecycle deployments requiring individual user configurations and software installations; including asset management and software license management functions.SUSAN FITZGERALD & ASSOCIATES, LTD. (SFA), Washington, DC March 2012 November 2016Project Manager III - Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) /-IT APPS/ROCS Group 40 hr. weekAssist Rail Operation IT five-year budget planning of both investment and Maintenance fundingProvided budget, financial (Project Mgmt. Information Systems-PMIS) and project management support (PPM Clarity tool) to Rail Operation Computer System (ROCS). group for several different projects.Planned and executed all aspects of managing the project; deliverables including project plan, schedules (MS Project), day-to-day management and oversight of multiple concurrent IT projects to meet requirements of the WMATAs Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology.Develop and update Project Plans to include MS Project schedules, Basis of Estimates, and Risk Management PlansAssist Program Management Office; update project management processes, including those related to requirements management, change control, and user acceptance testing.Ensured consistent quality, consistently monitored progress, and recommended corrective action to management as necessary; prepared weekly and monthly reports/presentations to senior IT manager and CIO.Rail Performance and Monitoring (RPM) system releases: Rush-Push, Dulles Extension (Phase 1), Car Maintenance enhancement, Yard Map changes, and User Interface (UI) display changes (new technology) using Agile/Scrum methods used on this project.Achievements:Managed the redesign of the Rail Performance and Monitoring (RPM) system from a Windows control front-end to web-based (html5, CSS, asp.net) technologies which allow users more freedom in using mobile devices.Implemented CA IT Service Management tool for RPM system Operation and Maintenance (O&M) phase for the areas of change management using ITIL service process areas.Coordinated integration with scheduling Rail group and vendor (HASTSUS) and documented requirements.CREATIVE COMPUTING SOLUTIONS, INC, Rockville, MD December 2009 December 2011Project Manager - U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 40 hr. weekProvided budget, financial, and acquisition support to DHS and its components in the wireless domain. Worked closely with stakeholders and functional owners, as needed, to ensure well-defined project scope, plan implementation and deployment strategies.Monitored and reported project progress and risks/issues requiring resolution; ensured consistent quality of deliverables.Developed acquisition packages, to include Statement of Work (SOWs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), milestone plans and market research on new wireless technologies being implemented at DHS sites input in PRISM tool.Contributed support to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on the US-Canada border pilot in the development and review of key documentation.Maintained project artifacts in DHSs central repository; ensured staff and contractors followed DHS policies and procedures.BAE SYSTEMS, Silver Spring, MD October 2005 December 2009Control Account Manager/Task leader - Navy/Strategic Systems Programs 40 hr. weekSupported effects for Nuclear Weapons Security program working with cross-functional team of 20. Utilized resources with revenue of $3M per year to meet program objectives. Monitored project activities and advised staff of issues due to resource availability.Managed cost budget to allocate overall cost estimate to individual tasks. Produced project status reports and communicated any issues to senior management and stakeholders.Support set up practices and procedures for the Program Management Office (PMO) for BAE Systems on Strategic Systems Program (SSP).Observed workers performance and conducted work performance critiques. Monitored overall project process and use of resources. Initiated corrective action where necessary.Set general priorities and goals for employees. Established deadlines and ensured the timely completion of work assignments. Assigned projects per complexity of the work and capabilities of employees.Acted as Assistant Control Account Manager for D5 Sustainment Engineering. Managed up to 30 cross-functional employees with revenue of $4.5M per year to meet program objectives.Handled project management activities and deliverables; including project charter, project plan, schedules, project risk and issues. Developed progress reports incorporating Earned Value Management (EVM) controls.Prepared and presented management briefings to communicate project(s) status; identified issues and solicited help for resolutions. Identified potential risks using established project management tools.Developed and deployed change management process for Trident II (D5) Strategic Weapon System Functional and operational requirements. Reviewed potential changes with clients at Client Review Board and Change Control Board meetings.Followed approved system changes through all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).Developed requirements for Statement of Work (SOW) used for Strategic Weapon System application changes.Achievements:Played key role in the implementation of Update Requirement Management processes for SSP program using IBM DOORS which led to better tracking of requirements throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).Led effort to implement Change Management process for SSP client which resulted in a time saving of 20% in the processing of change requests from branches.Mentored three junior managers in Project Management practices.Improved relations between company and SP client through successful intervention; team subsequently got back on track with emphasis on regaining customer confidence.INFOPRO, Washington, DC July 2004 October 2005Senior Information Analyst - Department of Treasury 40 hr. weekImplemented process improvement practices for development, maintenance and integration project with Department of Treasury headquarters based on Capability Maturity Model Integration.Assisted in conducting process appraisals applying the SEI Capability Maturity Model (CMM) for Software.Participated as team member in Standard CMMI-Based Appraisal Method for Process Improvement (SCAMPI) appraisal method and gap analysis. Contributed to the organization achieving CMMI level II.Utilized a thorough knowledge of internal control methodologies and drafts program policies and procedures for senior management consideration.Provided process mentoring and training and tailored the organization's assets to project needs; improving project management processes and training materials and providing process consulting.Developed and implemented process audits and process efficiency measures for process areas. Developed metrics to monitor performance and measure key project criteria.NORTHROP GRUMMAN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, McLean, VA January 2003 July 2004Information System Technologist 5 - Department of Homeland Security/Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 40 hr. weekActed as project leader; handled project planning and scheduling, cost establishing, and budget control for networking integration deployment and installation products throughout ICE environment.Achievements:Directed activities related to strategic improvement of product and processes throughout project life cycle, which led to more standardized methods for evaluation of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions to customers enterprise.SAIC, Washington, DC September 1998 November 2002Data Security Administration Manager - U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS)/Dept of Justice 40 hr. weekProvided project management and technical support for designing, implementing, deploying, and managing Enterprise-wide Integrated Security Architecture (EISA) Laboratory.Developed Requirements for Enterprise Audit Trail system solution for cross platform implementation. Developed Stakeholder requirements document/Statement of Work, documented and evaluated commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software/hardware Audit trail solutions, developed cost estimates and prepare business plan documents to include: project cost estimates, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), major milestones, and resource options.Implemented Certification and Accreditation (C&A) guidelines at INS sites. Prepared security documentation and materials for Designated Accrediting Authority approval. Conducted system security assessments for INS agency sites. Performed risk assessments to ensure that proposed controls reduce risk to acceptable levels.Reviewed and updated security plans, policies, and procedures to formalize INS agency efforts. Reviewed general support system to determine gaps and identify technical, operational, and procedural refinements.Supported security tests and evaluations (ST&Es), security assessment reports, system security plans, contingency plans, and disaster recovery site plans.Developed acquisition packages for software development effects throughout U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service Departments; including Statement of Work (SOWs), cost estimates and business planning documents.Achievements:Assisted clients in moving their organization to SEI CMM level 2 processes. Updated project management guidelines within the organization to improve its ability to meet timelines, budgets, and objectives.DYNAMIC RESOURCES, INC., Alexandria, VA August 1996 September 1998Task Leader - Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) 40 hr. weekManaged project management activities including project planning, project schedules, budget/cost activities, project risks, deliverables, tasks, and milestones.Handled the reengineering and conversion of Patent Tracking (PALM) legacy mainframe system to NT Windows' client/server environment utilizing the Information Engineering Facility (Composer 3.0/COOL Gen) CASE tool in the support of the Software Development Life Cycle methodology.Set general priorities, and goals for employees. Established deadlines and ensured timely completion of work assignments. Assigned projects per complexity of the work and capabilities of employees.Prepared and presented management briefings to communicate project(s) status. Identified issues and solicited help for resolution. Determined potential risks using established project management tools.Facilitated Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions to develop and document business requirements and logical data model for the Pre-examination function area of PALM system. Utilized the RTM tool for Requirements Traceability during this task.Planned and managed deployment of Patent Tracking (PALM) software applications; including the release of user and system training documentation.Achievements:Improved product quality and decreased product release time; utilized procedures to define software release life cycle, software development cycle and version control.ADVANCED INCORPORATED, Arlington, VA September 1989 May 1996Project Manager - Cruise Missile Project/Naval Air Systems Command 40 hr. weekExecuted and finalized projects according to deadlines, resource accountability within budget. Acquired resources and coordinated team members and third-party vendors to deliver tasks according to plan. Oversaw quality control throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).Developed Requirements for Document Management system solution for Cruise Missile Project offices. Developed Stakeholder requirements document, documented and evaluated commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software/hardware Document Management solutions, developed cost estimates and prepare business plan documents to include: project cost estimates, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), major milestones, and resource optionsPlanned, led, organized, and controlled project throughout the Software Development Life Cycle.Communicated project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear manner. Resolved informal complaints and grievances, recommended appointment, promotion, or reassignment and developed work improvement plans, recommending personnel actions as necessary.Acted as liaison between project stakeholders. Estimated the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.Developed plans/budgets for upgrading equipment and introducing new technologies. Identified hardware, software, and communications requirements related to new document imaging technology in support of Cruise Missile goals.Determined and assessed the need for additional resources during project cycle. Identified and resolved issues and conflicts within the project team.Created and delivered progress reports, proposals, requirements, documentation, and presentations.Researched, reviewed, and evaluated emerging trends in Document Management System; including Optical Character Recognition (OCR) against requirements and constraints.Managed Subcontractors Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware and software vendors integration solution.ADVANCED INCORPORATED, Arlington, VA November 1988 September 1989Project Manager Naval Ordinance Station, Indianhead 40 hr. weekPrepared business planning documents, draft project proposals, project plan, and cost-benefit analysis and requirements to for enterprise-wide integrated document management systemAchievements:Brought critically needed cooperation and discipline to the Optical disk document storage and retrieval (ODDSAR) system, a $5 million plus contract for Cruise Missiles/Unmanned Vehicles Joint Projects: instituted project planning, status reporting and accountability, chaired status meetings; and upgraded relations between client and Company's management.Played an integral role in penetrating the Optical Imaging/Interactive Video markets: presented well-received studies to major Government clients, paving the way for several million-dollar deals.Implemented previously nonsexist project management guidelines to improve the organizations ability to meet time delivery budgets and objectives.References Available Upon Request |
