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Kenya Garner

Kenya Garner

Executive Administrative Assistant
Redondo Beach,USA

Summary

With over two decades of expertise in the Defense Industry. I am pursuing my next career opportunity role to enhance my abilities while contributing to the company's advancement. My credentials include an active DOD Top Secret and SCI Clearance. I am adept in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, JIRA System. I’m seasoned in juggling multiple projects concurrently in fast-paced settings, prioritizing quality and timely results. I possess robust leadership capabilities and have a proven track record of thriving in collaborative team atmospheres, effectively engaging with people from various backgrounds. A well-organized and driven employee, I am enthusiastic about utilizing my time management and organizational talents in a variety of contexts.

Dedicated professional with solid background in high-volume office environments focused on delivering exceptional clerical and operational support for professionals. Upbeat individual with friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight. Well-versed in managing office supplies, paperwork and project needs.

Work History

Administrative Assistant 4

Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach, CA
08.2022 - 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 - 08.2022
  • Create/Update Build Plans
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Establish change orders and prepare for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractor.
  • 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, ClearQuest, DDR/DEX, Remote Desktop, SPACEPORT, PowerPoint, Outlook, Linux System, ENOVIA 3D and SharePoint.
  • Support Program tasks.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Developed and managed project plans while providing status updates to management.

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
02.1995 - 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.

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
  • Insurance Agent
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Leadership Skills
  • Meeting Deadlines
  • Employee Engagement
  • Programming and design skills
  • Experience reviewing engineering documentation
  • Knowledge of product baselines
  • JIRA
  • Team Resilience & Adaptability
  • Travel coordination
  • Expense reporting
  • Meeting scheduling
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Recordkeeping and bookkeeping
  • Insurance processing
  • Customer and client relations
  • Payroll and budgeting
  • Back office operations

Certification

  • Life Insurance License
  • ENOVIA 3D
  • Gun Permit
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • AED Certification
  • Blood Pathogens
  • Guard Card

Clearance

ACTIVE TOP SECRET/SCI CLEARANCE
Kenya GarnerExecutive Administrative Assistant