Athibert Atukunda
Washington,DC
Summary
Cybersecurity professional with a strong background in IT project coordination, risk mitigation, and secure operations management within the U.S. Air Force and nonprofit sectors. Holds a CompTIA Security+ certification and a master’s degree in Information Technology Management. Proven experience securing digital infrastructure, managing classified resources, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity protocols. Adept at applying agile methodologies to optimize secure project delivery, foster cross-functional team performance, and strengthen enterprise-level security postures.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Project Coordinator
United States Air Force, USAF
, DC
09.2019 - Current
- Oversaw IT-based coordination for 300+ personnel and over 120 mission-critical equipment units, integrating cybersecurity principles into planning, training, and daily operations.
- Led operational readiness efforts by supporting secure deployment of a 960-hour training program using protected digital platforms and software tools.
- Developed and implemented a digital monitoring and safety compliance system, improving cybersecurity situational awareness and reducing human error risk.
- Delivered real-time IT and cyber-risk status reports to leadership, aligning operations with NIST, DoD, and Air Force cybersecurity guidelines.
Program Manager
Reach A Hand Uganda
07.2015 - 06.2019
- Utilized project management and IT tools to manage multiple concurrent programs, integrating cybersecurity considerations into planning and execution.
- Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies that enhanced operational data integrity and protection.
- Trained over 30 team members in secure communication practices and confidentiality protocols, aligned with NGO cybersecurity frameworks.
- Monitored Program Progress: Utilized project management tools to track progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions, ensuring that over 95% of project milestones were on time.
- Evaluated Performance: Assessed program outcomes against KPIs, driving a 20% improvement in program efficiency, and making data-driven decisions to optimize strategic direction.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTBachelor of Arts - International Business
Makerere University
Kampala, UgandaAssociate of Science - Construction Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Cybersecurity Compliance & Governance
- Information Assurance & Risk Management
- Security Awareness Training
- Vulnerability Assessment Support
- Secure IT Resource Management
- Incident Reporting & Tracking (DoD Systems)
- Agile & Waterfall Project Lifecycle
- Stakeholder Communication & Reporting
- Team Training & Mission Readiness
Certification
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) – PMI
Timeline
Project Coordinator
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2019 - Current
Program Manager
Reach A Hand Uganda
07.2015 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Information Technology Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - International Business
Makerere University
Associate of Science - Construction Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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