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Cynthia Ebulu

IT Project Management Professional
Washington,DC
Cynthia Ebulu

Summary

Ms. Ebulu is a leader in project management with a track record of implementing agile methodologies, to facilitate on time product delivery. Cynthia has a proven track record of driving initiatives from planning through implementation to delivery; all while achieving positive organizational efficiency.

She is a proactive problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and cross-functional team building to engage stakeholders at all levels. She uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
2
Certifications

Work History

Agemo Technology

Program Manager, Cyber Security
09.2015 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed a team of 10+ employees consisting of Information Assurance Specialist, Information System Security Officer and Information System Security Engineers to work on various products
  • Maintained workflow for contractors and managed technical interface between contractor systems
  • Led the technical components of the operation and Maintenance of the Contractor Systems
  • Utilize the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Services (eMASS) accreditation workflow platform
  • Conduct network vulnerability and discovery scans utilizing automated tools
  • Initiate corrective steps when an incident or vulnerability is discovered
  • Validate compliance by use of the DISA Security Technical Implement Guide (STIG) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP)
  • Provide instruction in the implementation of security controls, regulations, and policy
  • Ensure that IS approved software, hardware, and peripherals align with security configurations
  • Complete weekly system security audits, data loss prevent, hardware, and software configuration management, account management, and associated reporting
  • Interact with a variety of security-related software tools: SCAP, STIG Viewer, ACAS/Nessus, Splunk, IVANTI, Symantec Endpoint Protection, and similar automated tools
  • Maintain a working knowledge of Government and Laboratory security policies and procedures and the requirements of the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual, (NISPOM), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST 800-53), DSS Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) and Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  • Implementing, enforcing, communicating internet, network, or other information security policies or security plans for data, internet, software applications, hardware, telecommunications, and computer installation
  • Reduced rework rate by 95% through mentoring, coaching, and training team on bug discovery in sprints while limiting work in progress
  • Led application review meetings with end users to gather and document business needs and translate them into functional requirements
  • Altered the team’s waterfall mentality to Agile by introducing training with hands on exercises, enabling agile delivery
  • Led team efforts in improving problem solving techniques and help the team become better problem solvers
  • Facilitated team events that included daily stand-up, iteration planning, iteration review, and iteration retrospective
  • Assisted in efforts to manage backlog and guide the team while facilitating a healthy team dynamic with respect to priorities and scope.

Delta Airlines
Miami , FL

Project Manager/Agile Project Leader
09.2015 - 11.2019

Job overview

  • Assisted in entering requirements into requirements management repository; ensuring completeness and accuracy
  • Worked closely with various technical and non-technical stakeholders to understand complex business processes and define business requirements
  • Translated business requirements into concise, feasible, and verifiable user stories and acceptance criteria
  • Developed functional documentation such as use cases, functional specifications, reports, and screen prototypes
  • Evaluated current organization and delivery environment and recommend optimal Agile practices tailored to client
  • Performed hands-on project work, including analysis, design and change management, as needed by project
  • Created and maintained detailed technical and user-facing documentation for internal reports and dashboards
  • Gathered, validated, and evaluated project, product, and program data to develop ad hoc and recurring reports in short suspense
  • Supported multiple agile delivery model, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Lean Kanban and other iterative approaches
  • Evaluated the Scrum maturity of the team and coach the team to higher levels of maturity that is sustainable for the team
  • Coached an unceasing improvement mindset and recommended adjustments to established delivery practices
  • Assisted the team in preparation of Solution Training using various tools, such as the Program and Solution Kanbans
  • Used a pragmatic approach to guide the team by understanding what to achieve and helping them become more effective in an agile context
  • Documented results of Certification and Accreditation activities and technical or coordination activity, prepared System Security Plans (SSP), and updated the Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M)
  • Performed assessments of systems and networks within networking environment and identified where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations or local policy
  • Conducted Security Assessment of systems in accordance with NIST RMF guidelines
  • Assisted Cyber Security Manager with development of IA related artifacts and procedures
  • Performed network traffic analysis using raw packet data, network flow, Nessus, and SPLUNK
  • Completed and maintained artifacts in order to ensure system has authority to operate (SSP, SCTM, HW/SW
  • Developed and maintained service-focused working relationships with operations, construction and engineering partners.
  • Maintained and communicated standards for policy, process, operating guidelines, materials and work management.
  • Assigned projects and responsibilities to staff, fostering sense of ownership and accountability while providing development opportunities.
  • Monitored program compliance by following up on assignments to drive execution.
  • Coached teams in Agile practices and provided necessary training to create positive mindset to Agile methodologies.
  • Applied agile methodology to shorten cycle time and achieve target margins.
  • Planned Agile best practices and encouraged team cohesion, overcoming impediments, and hurdles to productivity.
  • Managed product backlog and supported Scrum framework for monthly sprint releases.
  • Collaborated with product owners, team members, technologists, and other scrum masters to define solutions and drive progress.
  • Led sprint reviews and planning meetings to promote full team engagement.
  • Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
  • Acted as go-to resource for engineering team, providing clarity on tasks, gathering missing assets or requirements and handling project changes.
  • Evangelized Agile as strategic asset of culture and business value.
  • Streamlined and optimized workflow and communication by implementing Agile frameworks.

Delta Airlines
Baltimore, MD

Project Coordinator, Asset Management
06.2012 - 09.2015

Job overview

  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Assisted with onboarding technical staff then supervised & coached them on task prioritization.
  • Arranged travel and accommodation project partners.
  • Confers with architects, engineers, procurement team, and contractors regarding vendor acquisition endeavors, code compliance, and securing of permits;
  • Compiles facts and prepares reports and correspondence including Board items and presentations
  • Assembled manuals for team usage from vendor-supplied product data sheets and submittal information.
  • Responded to RFIs on materials to inquiring parties.
  • Improved emergency resolution processes to save time.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.

Education

Bowie State University

Bachelor of Science from Business Administration - Management
08.2008 - 06.2012

University Overview

Skills

Process Engineering

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Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Timeline

SAFe 5.0 Certification
02-2023
Project Management Professional (PMP)
04-2021
Project Manager/Agile Project Leader
Delta Airlines
09.2015 - 11.2019
Program Manager, Cyber Security
Agemo Technology
09.2015 - Current
Project Coordinator, Asset Management
Delta Airlines
06.2012 - 09.2015
Bowie State University
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration - Management
08.2008 - 06.2012
Cynthia EbuluIT Project Management Professional