CRISTINA M. LEMON
Berkeley Springs
Summary
Experienced professional skilled in leading high-performing teams under pressure. Proven decision-maker with strong background in platoon operations and safety management. Expertise in policy enforcement and mission execution. Senior Budget Analyst with a track record of effective expenditure tracking, discrepancy resolution, and data analysis.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
OSTEM/NSTEM Management and Program Analyst – Enterprise Resource Office (ERO)
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Merritt Island
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed multiple centers, including JSC and GSFC, while supporting KSC and LaRC operations.
- Oversaw OSTEM and NSTEM funding management for assigned centers.
- Reconciled USRA contracts across various centers to ensure compliance.
- Administered diverse accounting systems with unique requirements for each center.
- Conducted data validation and quality control checks across locations to adhere to appropriation laws.
- Assisted in developing new program initiatives through creating detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Developed training materials for staff members responsible for managing the various programs.
- Managed day-to-day operations of multiple programs simultaneously while ensuring quality standards are met throughout all phases.
- Developed training materials for end users on newly implemented systems or processes.
- Prepared periodic reports on the status of each program initiative including progress updates, challenges encountered, and successes achieved.
- Drafted contracts between vendors and internal teams as needed while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to ensure that all aspects of the program are properly implemented according to established guidelines.
- Reviewed feedback from customers regarding their experiences with existing programs in order to identify areas needing improvement or enhancement.
- Participated in meetings with senior management team members in order to discuss key objectives related to ongoing projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution.
- Performed data analysis using specialized software applications to uncover insights about program performance and efficacy.
- Created comprehensive documentation outlining procedures for each aspect of the program lifecycle from inception through completion.
- Analyzed financial data to assess the effectiveness of existing programs and suggest recommendations for change.
- Developed and maintained a database of program information to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Studied complex data sets and systems to identify positive trends and successful programs.
- Scrutinized company budgets to shave off budgetary bloat and save costs.
- Performed in-depth analysis to help solve diverse problems with program implementation and operations.
- Created customer-facing reports and documents to maximize transparency.
- Offered input on key decisions and strategic plans, evaluating ongoing program data.
- Delivered consistent reports to chart profits and note inefficiencies.
- Led valuation, due diligence and contracting as part of acquisition process.
- Documented research findings and prepared polished reports highlighting results and potential improvement strategies.
- Reviewed established procedures to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Provided comprehensive financial analyses and reports to enhance decision-making processes.
- Implemented cost control systems aligned with government guidelines for large-scale NASA contracts.
- Facilitated strategic planning for program development and funding needs, ensuring budget adherence.
SENIOR RESOURCE ANALYST – Information Technology & Communication Services
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Merritt Island
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Oversaw all contracts within division, managing Kiac and Aegis Cost Pools efficiently.
- Maintained up-to-date records on personnel costs associated with each project.
- Provided guidance on how best utilize available resources while minimizing costs whenever possible.
- Organized monthly meetings with stakeholders from various departments in order to discuss progress towards goals related to resource optimization.
- Executed financial management tasks related to cost pool accounting and budgeting.
- Assisted with year-end audit transactions to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Prepared pre-award and post-award IHCE documentation for new contracts and extensions.
- Reviewed and analyzed modifications, change orders, contractor evaluations, and financial reports.
- Developed financial plans and policies, ensuring effective resource allocation and management.
- Conducted complex financial studies, providing innovative solutions for operational challenges.
- Managed fund control activities to maintain financial integrity across mission-oriented programs.
- Monitored actual versus planned utilization of resources across all projects in order to adjust workloads as needed.
- Developed and implemented project plans to ensure successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
- Reviewed and updated resource plans to ensure accuracy of data.
- Provided guidance on best practices in resource management.
- Created reports on capacity utilization, resource shortages, and other related topics.
- Drafted presentations outlining key findings from research conducted related to resource planning initiatives.
- Analyzed resource data to identify potential issues, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
SENIOR RESOURCE ANALYST
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Greenbelt
06.2019 - 11.2022
- Managed SEAS Cost Pool, overseeing fiscal management, accounting, and budgeting functions.
- Assisted with year-end audit transactions to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Prepared pre-award and post-award IHCE for new contracts and extensions.
- Analyzed cost proposals while serving on Source Election Board (SEB).
- Reviewed and analyzed contract modifications, change orders, and financial reports.
- Conducted financial management studies to assess complex accounting processes.
- Developed recommendations for addressing unique financial challenges and improving operations.
- Administered fund control activities impacting mission-oriented programs.
Resource Analyst
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Greenbelt
01.2015 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with project managers to enhance resource management strategies across project lifecycles.
- Developed detailed resource models and forecasts to anticipate future requirements.
- Evaluated project performance metrics to identify optimization opportunities for delivery timelines and budgets.
- Reviewed and updated resource plans, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
- Identified risks within resource plans and recommended corrective actions.
- Organized monthly stakeholder meetings to discuss progress on resource optimization goals.
- Created reports on capacity utilization and resource shortages for informed decision-making.
- Monitored actual versus planned resource utilization, adjusting workloads as necessary.
Assistant Investigator
FBI
Frederick
06.2014 - 01.2015
- Not able to share duties.
Battalion Operations Officer
US Army
Schofield Barracks
06.2013 - 10.2014
- Managed training events for four units and oversaw Cadet Troop Leader Training program, benefiting over 100 aspiring officers.
- Identified opportunities for improving efficiency within the unit's operations.
- Facilitated communications between higher headquarters and subordinate units.
- Established standard operating procedures for battalion level personnel.
- Directed the maintenance of all equipment assigned to the Battalion.
- Documented lessons learned from past exercises and operations for future reference.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all operations and activities.
- Provided input into the development of new doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures.
- Evaluated operational performance data from subordinate units.
- Maintained situational awareness on current events that could affect unit operations.
- Coordinated with higher headquarters to provide resources needed by subordinate units.
- Monitored the performance of subordinate units and provided guidance for improvement.
- Directed all air operations, including successful sling load training and mission execution.
- Accountable officer for sensitive items inventory, ensuring monthly accountability of all items.
- Established training calendars and memorandums to facilitate effective unit training.
- Edited and published operations orders, fragmentation orders, and training expectations across all command levels.
- Utilized Defense Travel System for travel arrangements and timely settlement of accounts payable transactions.
- Coached junior officers in developing effective problem solving strategies.
- Compiled reports on mission progress for senior leadership review.
- Assisted in the planning, coordination, and execution of exercises and operations.
- Managed logistics requirements for battalion operations.
- Developed and implemented battalion-level training plans to ensure readiness.
- Supervised subordinate staff officers in their daily duties and tasks.
- Conducted after action reviews to identify areas of improvement in operations.
- Advised Commanders on risk management strategies when conducting missions.
- Trained and managed new recruits in tactical and combat warfare.
- Requisitioned, received and properly stored unit equipment and supplies.
- Monitored equipment during testing, simulations and live-fire exercises to detect operator errors or system malfunctions.
- Monitored equipment during simulations and live-fire exercises to detect system malfunctions and operator errors.
- Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for use of subordinate organizations.
- Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and training.
- Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
- During transitioning phase, worked with FBI, duties cannot be disclosed.
Platoon Leader
US Army
Schofield Barracks
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Managed and evaluated Soldiers within supply platoon, ensuring training, health, welfare, and safety.
- Supervised training for 20-Soldier sling load team to facilitate supply delivery during deployments.
- Accounted for organizational equipment valued over $2.5 million, maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Coordinated receipt, storage, and issue of supplies directly supporting 3,650 Soldiers in brigade.
- Served as acting company commander on multiple occasions, supervising 165 Soldiers effectively.
- Processed $312,815 in supply requests within five months to meet brigade needs.
- Developed vehicle maintenance program that exceeded operational standards and expectations.
- Managed issuance of over $6 million in ammunition during training events to prepare units for deployment.
- Provided feedback on performance evaluation reports related to individual soldiers' accomplishments.
- Conducted operational planning sessions with staff officers in order to identify objectives, tasks, resources needed, timeline.
- Directed the activities of subordinate leaders in order to complete assigned missions.
- Coordinated with higher headquarters regarding unit movements, resupply operations, and other requirements.
- Ensured strict adherence to established tactics, techniques, and procedures during operations.
- Reviewed intelligence information to develop strategies for successful completion of missions.
- Prepared orders for movement control by disseminating information on locations, times.
- Provided guidance and supervision to ensure that all safety regulations were followed.
- Managed administrative functions, including personnel actions, awards, evaluations and promotions.
- Conducted inspections of equipment and supplies to ensure proper maintenance and utilization.
- Supervised the preparation of daily reports on operations progress and mission accomplishment.
- Instructed soldiers on basic soldier skills such as marksmanship fundamentals, first aid and combat lifesaving techniques.
- Developed and implemented training plans to ensure platoon readiness.
- Assessed unit strengths and weaknesses as well as identified areas needing improvement through after-action reviews.
- Attended meetings with other service members from different branches in order to coordinate efforts towards achieving common goals.
- Supervised, trained, cross-trained and mentored personnel assigned in various occupational specialties.
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition processes.
- Conducted quality control inspections of subordinate organizations to detect and correct deficiencies.
- Evaluated personnel periodically on job performance and occupational-related strengths and weaknesses.
- Monitored equipment during testing, simulations and live-fire exercises to detect operator errors or system malfunctions.
- Directed logistical training procedures to adhere to military regulations.
- Requisitioned, received and properly stored unit equipment and supplies.
- Trained and managed new recruits in tactical and combat warfare.
- Monitored equipment during simulations and live-fire exercises to detect system malfunctions and operator errors.
- Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for use of subordinate organizations.
- Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
- Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and training.
Brigade Operations Officer
US Army
Schofield Barracks
12.2011 - 09.2012
- Held multiple titles: Unit Movement Officer, Sensitive Items Tracker, Army Emergency Relief (AER) Project Manager, Brigade Central Control Officer (CCO), Organizational Inspection Program (OIP) Representative, and Cadet Troop Leader Training (CTLT) Officer.
- Received direct recognition for consistently exceeding performance standards and demonstrating commitment to excellence.
- Tracked, received, and inspected all equipment returning from Afghanistan post redeployment as UMO and CCO.
- Maintained records pertaining to all past, present, and future brigade operations activities.
- Provided technical advice and assistance to senior officers regarding brigade operations.
- Supervised the coordination of logistical support for brigade operations.
- Raised over $50,000 as AER manager to assist Soldiers with financial needs.
- Ensured battalions met readiness standards for division-level inspections as OIP representative.
- Placed 178 cadets (potential future officers) in leadership roles globally as brigade CTLT officer, contributing to successful division operations.
- Represented brigade operations section in meetings and briefings following Afghanistan redeployment.
- Compiled and submitted weekly status reports for six units to Division Headquarters for Commanding General oversight.
- Reviewed and provided feedback on subordinate unit's operational plans.
- Organized briefings and meetings between commanders and staff members concerning operational matters.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external agencies in support of brigade operations.
- Coordinated with other military branches to facilitate successful completion of mission objectives.
- Monitored progress of ongoing brigade operations and reported key findings to commanding officer.
- Oversaw training program for personnel assigned to brigade operations units.
- Prepared reports detailing status updates on all ongoing missions within the brigades area of responsibility.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to brigade operations.
- Conducted risk assessment of brigade operations to identify potential threats or hazards.
- Developed and implemented operational plans for brigade operations.
- Assisted in developing budgeting guidelines for equipment associated with brigade operations activities.
OFFICER TRAINER/TRAINEE
US Army
Westminster
04.2009 - 12.2011
- Achieved four-year degree in two years on full scholarship to qualify as transportation/logistics officer in United States Army.
- Trained and mentored over 30 cadets, ensuring successful completion of officer program.
- Completed rigorous training and education to attain officer status in United States Army.
- Supervised and guided 12 cadets as cadre at Leaders Training Course, facilitating commission attainment.
- Provided guidance to team members on how to effectively complete tasks within established timelines.
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
Education
Doctor in Business Administration -
The University of Tampa
Tampa, FL05.2026
MBA - Business Administration
Hood College
Frederick, MD01-2017
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology/Exercise Science
McDaniel College
Westminster, MD05-2011
Accounting 1 -
Carroll Community College
Westminster, MD08.2007
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
American Intercontinental University
Hoffman Estates, IL03-2006
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Budget management
- Regulatory compliance
- Customer service
- Risk assessments
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Employee training
- Strategic planning abilities
- Budget planning
- Performance management
- Operational efficiency
- Excellent communication
- Performance improvement
- Teamwork
- Forecasting
- Multitasking
- Leadership development
- Operations management
- Decision-making
- Organizational skills
- Cost reduction
- Business administration
- Train staff
- Written communication
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Oracle, Google Workspace, Power BI, SAP, etc
Personal Information
- Citizenship: United States Citizen
- Nationality: United States Citizen
Veteran Preference
10 preference points, CPS
Federal Experience
Over fifteen years serving as an Officer in the military and civil servant (GS scale)
Clearance
Secret Security Clearance (not needed at NASA)
Highest Education Level Completed
Master’s Degree completed (MBA); attending The University of Tampa, Executive Doctor of Business Administration (EDBA) program, will graduate in 2026-05-01
Employment Categories
Army civilian eligible; VRA; VEOA; outstanding scholar
Affiliations
Secret Clearance; received multiple military awards for performance, promotions, and outstanding achievement; physical fitness award; honors and deans lists certificates from universities; full scholarship awarded to attend McDaniel College; Logistics University Certificate; Environmental Compliance Officer Certificate; Unit Movement Officer Certificate; Central Control Officer Certificate; Contracting Officer Representative Certificate; work performance awards; valid passport
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
OSTEM/NSTEM Management and Program Analyst – Enterprise Resource Office (ERO)
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
03.2023 - 06.2025
SENIOR RESOURCE ANALYST – Information Technology & Communication Services
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
12.2022 - 03.2023
SENIOR RESOURCE ANALYST
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
06.2019 - 11.2022
Resource Analyst
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
01.2015 - 06.2019
Assistant Investigator
FBI
06.2014 - 01.2015
Battalion Operations Officer
US Army
06.2013 - 10.2014
Platoon Leader
US Army
09.2012 - 06.2013
Brigade Operations Officer
US Army
12.2011 - 09.2012
OFFICER TRAINER/TRAINEE
US Army
04.2009 - 12.2011
Doctor in Business Administration -
The University of Tampa
MBA - Business Administration
Hood College
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology/Exercise Science
McDaniel College
Accounting 1 -
Carroll Community College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
American Intercontinental University
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