Amy Knight
MOUNT AIRY
Summary
Proven program and project management professional with 18+ years of leadership experience across Department of Defense and intelligence community environments. Adept at executing high-impact projects, driving cross-functional collaboration, and delivering results aligned with strategic objectives. Skilled in resource allocation, stakeholder communication, performance tracking, and process optimization. Certified PMP with a strong background in managing large teams and programs under high-stakes conditions. Holds TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commander's Support Staff Superintendent
United States Air Force
Fort Meade, MD
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Directed 67 commander-led programs, impacting 365 personnel across 41 missions.
- Led 31-person team, aligning daily operations with organizational goals for timely and efficient program delivery.
- Implemented process improvements based on Air Force Instructions, increasing operational efficiency and compliance.
- Tracked program performance, enforced quality standards, and delivered training that fostered team growth and mission success.
Noncommissioned Officer In Charge
United States Air Force
Fort Meade, MD
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Oversaw daily operations for 25 joint analysts, including planning, coordination, and performance tracking.
- Managed program compliance, enforced process adherence, and liaised between intelligence teams and military leadership.
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships among team members and promoting open communication channels.
Senior Enlisted Leader/Flight Chief
United States Air Force
Fort Meade, MD
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Led a 146-member cross-functional team to consistently meet and exceed operational goals in a high-tempo mission-critical environment.
- Optimized workflows, reduced capability gaps, and oversaw a 24/7 intelligence operation across two floors.
- Represented unit at high-level meetings with key stakeholders from other military branches and organizations.
Signals Analysis Program Director
United States Air Force
Fort Meade, MD
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Directed a selective 3-year development program for 28 joint service members, overseeing resource allocation and performance tracking to ensure program alignment with strategic mission objectives.
- Designed and implemented targeted training that improved operational performance.
- Led efforts to secure additional funding for program expansion, ensuring resources were allocated efficiently to meet long-term goals.
Student
United States Air Force
Bethesda, MD
07.2018 - 07.2019
Sensor Ace Program Manager
United States Air Force
Fort Meade, MD
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Managed a $977K budget across four high-impact projects; drove lifecycle planning, evaluation, and delivery.
- Founded a next-generation mission center; spearheaded tech integration, training, and stakeholder alignment.
Deputy Functional Manager
United States Air Force
Fort Meade, MD
12.2014 - 07.2016
- Worked closely with senior leadership and hiring managers to identify staffing requirements and workforce planning strategies.
- Performed personnel positioning and realigned 150 billets to 20 squadrons, resolving complicated and substantive problems effecting major agency personnel programs and requirements.
Senior Signals Analyst
United States Air Force
Fort Meade, MD
06.2014 - 11.2014
- Conducted advanced signals analysis to identify patterns and anomalies, supporting intelligence operations and enhancing the accuracy of reports.
- Applied cutting-edge analysis techniques to improve operational intelligence, contributing directly to mission success.
Noncommissioned Officer In Charge
United States Air Force
Fort Meade, MD
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Administered a $22K squadron operating budget and coordinated the Air Force Reserve program oversight, tracking training and medical readiness for 12 members.
- Oversaw unit training compliance for 287 personnel, including ancillary and upgrade training; provided leadership with regular readiness and status updates.
Senior Signals Analyst
United States Air Force
Misawa AFB, Japan
08.2009 - 08.2013
- Conducted proactive monitoring of global communications networks to identify potential areas of interest, enabling the intelligence community to stay informed on relevant developments.
- Performed technical analysis on complex communication technologies using sophisticated hardware and software.
- Created and facilitated a local 5-week training course, boosting operational readiness while saving $480K in training expenses.
Intelligence Watch Analyst
United States Air Force
Baghdad, Iraq
03.2010 - 09.2010
- Delivered daily theater-wide threat assessments and briefings to Task Force leadership, providing actionable intelligence on insurgent movements within the Area of Responsibility.
- Coordinated with field teams to gather and deliver intelligence on terrorist attack plans, supporting mission planning and enhancing force protection efforts.
Signals Analyst
United States Air Force
Buckley AFB, CO
08.2005 - 08.2009
- Collected, analyzed, and reported unique signals, using advanced RF tools to provide actionable intelligence for domestic and international partners.
- Assisted with the integration of two global mission areas, consolidating space assets and saving the DoD $175M in operating costs.
Education
Master of Science - Strategic Intelligence
National Intelligence University
Bethesda07-2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
American Military University
Charles Town, WV02-2017
Skills
- Program/Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Budgeting and Finance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Multitasking abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Detail-oriented
Certification
- Project Management Professional (2024)
Timeline
Commander's Support Staff Superintendent
United States Air Force
10.2023 - 10.2024
Noncommissioned Officer In Charge
United States Air Force
04.2023 - 10.2023
Senior Enlisted Leader/Flight Chief
United States Air Force
06.2021 - 04.2023
Signals Analysis Program Director
United States Air Force
08.2019 - 06.2021
Student
United States Air Force
07.2018 - 07.2019
Sensor Ace Program Manager
United States Air Force
07.2016 - 07.2018
Deputy Functional Manager
United States Air Force
12.2014 - 07.2016
Senior Signals Analyst
United States Air Force
06.2014 - 11.2014
Noncommissioned Officer In Charge
United States Air Force
08.2013 - 05.2014
Intelligence Watch Analyst
United States Air Force
03.2010 - 09.2010
Senior Signals Analyst
United States Air Force
08.2009 - 08.2013
Signals Analyst
United States Air Force
08.2005 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Strategic Intelligence
National Intelligence University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
American Military University