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Kenya Garner

Kenya Garner

Configuration Analyst
Los Angeles,CA

Work History

Administrative Assistant 4

Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach, CA
05.2023 - 04.2025
  • Perform office functions such as setting up and maintaining files; managing emails and calendars; meeting
  • Manage the day-to-day travel bookings and expense reports in keeping with Northrop Grumman policies.
  • Reviews draft and finish documents; answers questions relating to office operations and established policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate moves and facilities needs for team.
  • Arranged travel and hotel accommodations for international and domestic business meetings and trips.
  • Advance skillset in SharePoint 2013, Confluence, JIRA & CPORT.
  • Proficient with NG Sector tools, including iBuy, Concur, MyIT, SharePoint, iTrip, etc….
  • Coordinate accommodations, computer, and supplies for new hires and existing team members.
  • Arrange food services for corporate gatherings and organize the conference room.

Configuration Analyst 2

Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach, CA
11.2018 - 05.2023
  • Create/Update Build Plans
  • Establish agendas, publish minutes & track meeting actions
  • Maintenance of the Discrepancy Report (DR) databases
  • Formal document control and release
  • Provide assistance to the Software Project personnel in configuration control and formal release of work products
  • Maintain, update, and publish multiple build plans on a weekly cadence
  • Maintain Configuration Management Command Media, Work Instructions and perform updates as required.
  • Knowledge of product baselines and configuration status accounting.
  • Leadership and technical delegation experience.
  • Outline meeting topics and objectives, and ability to document and manage multiple meetings.
  • Collaborates and coordinates with Technical Leads in the preparation, processing, and release of engineering documentation.
  • Plan and coordinate preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met.
  • Support program configuration and data management requirements.
  • Coordinate with Mission Assurance to perform configuration audits.
  • Review contract to determine documentation required for each phase of project, applying CM knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes.
  • Security Department Review Board (SDRB) meetings and disseminate agendas and minutes for COAST and AMP Programs.
  • System knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, Confluence, JIRA, Visio, ClearQuest, DDR/DEX, Remote Desktop, SPACEPORT, PowerPoint, Outlook, Linux System, ENOVIA 3D and SharePoint.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Developed and managed project plans while providing status updates to management.
  • Experience with basic Linux commands
  • Previous experience on a Software development or Operations & Maintenance (O&M) programs

Administrative Assistant 3

Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach, CA
09.2015 - 11.2018
  • Organized and maintained filing and document management.
  • Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
  • Handled management of communication to executives by taking and making telephone calls and composing and typing correspondence.
  • Maintained inventory in supply closet to prevent shortage.
  • Schedule Meetings.
  • Arranged travel and hotel accommodations for international and domestic business meetings and trips.
  • Organizing catering services.
  • Verified operation of office equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and calling for repairs.
  • Familiarity with navigating NG systems or tools (SAP, iBUY, Concur, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.)

Security Support 2

Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach, CA
10.2012 - 09.2015
  • Badging in unauthorized visitors
  • Answering telephones
  • Respond to emails
  • Conduct monthly tours
  • Fax, photo copy
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Lead Security Officer

Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach, CA
08.2010 - 10.2012
  • Conduct briefings to go over daily task
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Training new hires
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.

Security Supervisor

Pinkerton Security
El Segundo, CALIFORNIA
07.2005 - 08.2010
  • Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
  • Emergency Response.
  • Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management.
  • Conduct patrol rounds of plant site.
  • Screened vendors and contractors before granting access to restricted areas within the plant site.
  • Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
  • Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for operations and maintain quality standards.
  • Coordinated with security personnel or other departments to establish safety of visitors and staff.
  • Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
  • Supervised team of 62 security personnel during shift.
  • Coordinated protective service operations with other emergency response agencies.
  • Submitted documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules, and enforced policies.
  • Monitored and maintained CCTV and access control systems to protect personnel and assets.

Medical Customer Service Representative

Pacific Care Health
Cypress, CA
02.2000 - 05.2005

• Verify patient insurance coverage and formulary compliance to confirm medication eligibility for approval.

• Communicate with healthcare providers, including physicians and nurse practitioners, to gather additional information when required.

• Ensure all necessary documentation and supporting information are included in PA submissions.

• Review and process prior authorization (PA) requests for office visits in alignment with insurance requirements.

• Provided prompt, polite, and professional in-person and telephone customer service.

• Updated patient information and insurance details for accurate electronic medical records.

• Coordinated patient scheduling and prepared for physician examinations.

Answer telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.

Summary

With over two decades of experience in the Defense Industry, I am pursuing my next career opportunity to further develop my skills while contributing to an organization’s mission and success. I currently hold an active DoD Top Secret and SCI clearance and am proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and the JIRA system. I am highly skilled in managing multiple priorities in fast-paced, high-stakes environments while maintaining a strong commitment to accuracy, quality, and timely delivery. I bring proven leadership abilities and excel in collaborative, cross-functional team settings, effectively working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and levels of leadership. As a well-organized, results-driven professional, I consistently demonstrate strong time management, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities. I have a solid foundation in high-volume office environments, where I have provided reliable clerical and operational support with professionalism and discretion. Known for my positive attitude, sound judgment, and adaptability, I am able to manage complex tasks independently while also contributing to departmental planning, goal development, and project execution.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA
09.2013 - 03.2015

High School Diploma -

Gardena Senior High School
Gardena, CA
08.1994 - 06.1998

General Studies

El Camino College
Torrance, CA
09.1999 - 05.2002

Skills

  • Strategic Planning and Review
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Leadership Skills
  • Meeting Deadlines
  • Employee Engagement
  • Programming and design skills
  • Experience reviewing engineering documentation
  • Knowledge of product baselines
  • JIRA, VISIO, Confluence, Linux
  • Team Resilience & Adaptability
  • Meeting scheduling
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Customer and client relations
  • Payroll and budgeting

Certification

  • ENOVIA 3D
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • AED Certification
  • Derivative Classification
  • Intro to Information Security
  • Intro to Personnel Security
  • Special Access Programs (SAP) -In Process

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Clearance

ACTIVE TOP SECRET/SCI CLEARANCE
Kenya GarnerConfiguration Analyst