Amanda Yeager
Augusta,GA
Summary
Dynamic technical leader with extensive experience at the Department of the Navy, driving enterprise-level initiatives and optimizing SIGINT operations. Proven expertise in project management and strategic planning, enhancing workflow efficiency through advanced data visualization tools. Adept at cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement, delivering impactful results in high-stakes environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Division Technical Director
Department of the Navy – JOIO
03.2025 - Current
- - Lead enterprise-level technical initiatives to address SIGINT mission gaps and implement new technologies.
- - Coordinate cross-functional teams and evaluate architecture solutions to ensure operational continuity.
Section Chief
Department of the Navy – JOIO
08.2023 - 03.2025
- - Managed 250+ personnel across military, civilian, and contractor roles.
- - Directed 24/7 intelligence operations and briefed senior leaders across national security sectors.
Operations Officer / Technical Lead
Department of the Navy – JOIO
09.2021 - 08.2023
- - Oversaw the integration of ML tools and led technology modernization projects to improve workflow efficiency.
- - Developed and deployed real-time operational maps using ArcGIS to support global decision-making.
Mission Director
Department of the Navy – JOIO
01.2019 - 09.2021
- - Directed daily operational execution and ensured continuity during unscheduled system outages.
- - Acted as key liaison between technical teams and mission leadership for real-time PED activities.
Training Manager
Department of the Navy – JOIO
01.2015 - 01.2019
- - Modernized and managed 14 training programs; transitioned to digital knowledge systems.
- - Streamlined course delivery and documentation, resulting in improved training throughput.
Language-Enabled Geolocation Operator
Jovian Concepts LLC
02.2014 - 01.2015
- - Provided real-time geolocation support for deployed operations.
- - Delivered rapid intelligence reporting through voice and metadata analysis.
Education
Master of Science - Wildlife and Fisheries Resources (GIS Concentration)
Clemson University
Clemson, SC08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology (cum laude)
Augusta University
Augusta, GA05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - History
Augusta State University
Augusta, GA05.2015
Associate of Arts - Arabic
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center
Monterey, CA08.2003
Skills
- Project & Program Management (Agile & Traditional)
- Technical Integration & Change Management
- Strategic Planning & Resource Optimization
- SIGINT & Intelligence Operations
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Workflow Optimization & Process Improvement
- Data Visualization (Grafana, Kibana, ArcGIS)
- Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence)
- Tools: Jira, Confluence, ArcGIS, Grafana, Kibana, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace
- IC Tools: ELCC, ONEROOF, GRAPEVINE, THRESHER, SAVANT
- Reporting & Briefing: PowerPoint presentations for senior stakeholders
- Platforms: Voice/Speech Recognition Tools, Machine Learning Integration
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Machine learning
- Technology integration
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Operations oversight
- Intelligence operations
- Training development
- Strategic planning
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Staff training and mentoring
- Project regulations
- Customer relations
- Agile methodology
- Contract negotiation expertise
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) — Issued by PMI, August 2025
- DAWIA Level I – Information Technology — Certified July 2020
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded machine learning integration into watchfloor operations, increasing efficiency and insight delivery.
- Developed operational dashboards and COPs adopted by national-level intelligence and military stakeholders.
- Led modernization of training, knowledge management, and reporting workflows using cloud-based tools.
Affiliations
- Home improvement projects
- Travel
Languages
Arabic
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Division Technical Director
Department of the Navy – JOIO
03.2025 - Current
Section Chief
Department of the Navy – JOIO
08.2023 - 03.2025
Operations Officer / Technical Lead
Department of the Navy – JOIO
09.2021 - 08.2023
Mission Director
Department of the Navy – JOIO
01.2019 - 09.2021
Training Manager
Department of the Navy – JOIO
01.2015 - 01.2019
Language-Enabled Geolocation Operator
Jovian Concepts LLC
02.2014 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Wildlife and Fisheries Resources (GIS Concentration)
Clemson University
Bachelor of Science - Biology (cum laude)
Augusta University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Augusta State University
Associate of Arts - Arabic
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center
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