LaToya Wilson

Work History

Citibank, Open Systems Technologies

Tampa, FL

2022 - Current

Directs creation of multiple projects of work and manage their alignment to business goals
Leads facilitation, coordination, and arbitration of cross-functional macro level topics within/across projects and with Senior Management
Leads identification and drive resolution of issues, including those outside established projects of work
Works with stakeholders to ensure project scope definition meets business objectives
Works with Project Sponsor to ensure business case/cost benefit analysis is in line with business objectives
Drives adherence to project processes, procedures, methods, and standards for project delivery and leverage across project
Directs communication of status, issue, and risk disposition to all stakeholders, including senior management, on timely basis
Directs identification of risks which impact project delivery and ensure mitigation strategies are developed and executed when necessary
Identifies stakeholders and key organizations to build and manage relationships with each.
Maintains open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Partners with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
Meets with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.
Schedules and facilitates meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.

Cherokee Nation

2020 - 2022

Directed 22 contractors throughout eight regional and functional geographically separate DIA centers to ensure project completion within time and budget constraints
Evaluated ongoing projects and prepared findings reports for briefings to government, assuring seamless project implementation
Performed detailed market research to craft and submit all source collection requirements for Iran analysts
Collaborated and interacted directly with analysts and senior leadership by arranging meetings to offer optimal inputs and collection strategies
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Certified compliance with project processes, procedures, methods, and standards for project delivery
Accomplished projects promptly by supporting team members in negotiating for resources owned by other departments.
Planned, executed and promoted total of 5 projects 2021-2022.
Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes, and operational specifications.
Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.

National Geospatial Agency, NGA, Branch

2019 - 2020

Played integral role as key leader for LPNG team in Strategy Management Working Group (SMWG) by planning and implementing potential strategies for source customers
Participated in several GEOINT User Engagement Sessions (GUESS) to remain updated regarding occurring changes that impact automated strategies
Key Accomplishment:
Rendered best-in-class services while outlining SXOA collection requirements, products, and models independently.
Briefed upper-level personnel on emerging threats.
Conducted threat assessment and analysis of foreign adversaries in support of military operations.
Developed intelligence assessments for high-level government officials and stakeholders.
Utilized intelligence collection platforms and analysis techniques to identify and document intelligence gaps.
Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback

MiddleEast Africa Regional Center, MARC

2014 - 2019

Established and nurtured foreign relations and national security by serving as PM/Site Leader for contracts and communicating directly with customers, executive members, stakeholders, Military Leaders, and contract office members
Sourced and delivered all source collection requirements for Iraqi, GCC, and Yemen analysts
Identified, prioritized, and validated 400+ intelligence requirements related to HUMINT, SIGINT, GEOINT, and MASINT.
Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations

National Geospatial Agency

2013 - 2014

NGA), Advanced Integrated Strategies Branch, SSA)
Assured growth of IICE for intelligence community by devising and overseeing multiINT integration conference with DIA to brief and offer suggestions for enhancing agency collaboration
Key Accomplishments:
Directed several projects throughout Defense Intelligence Enterprise, equating to six separate programs under supervision
Carried out comprehensive research on MASINT process while facilitating National MASINT Requirements Subcommittee Meeting (NMRSCOM).
Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

MiddleEast Africa Regional Center, MARC, National Center, Defense Intelligence Agency, RFI

2010 - 2013

Administered meeting all requirements timely by acting as key point of contact for, for Medical Intelligence (NCMI) and pandemic warning mission
Received recognition from top management for aiding 14 influenza outbreaks worldwide
Prepared guidelines and offered monthly financial annex through internal trackers
Key Accomplishments:
Ensured 100% client satisfaction and earned recognition for completing 50+ NCMI GEOINT requirements
Additional Experience
All Source Collection Requirements Manager/PM, Middle East Africa Regional Center (MARC) –, (CRM)/PM, (DIA), DIOCC – Washington, DC
Requirements Officer (DRO), Aerospace Data FacilityEast (ADF¬E) – Fort Belvoir, VA Departmental
USAF – Various Locations: RJITF Training Instructor/TCO – Norfolk, East Military District (FEMD), – Yongsan-dong, South Korea | Combat Intelligence System (CIS), – Ramstein-Miesenbach, Germany | Defensive Missiles Analyst / Defensive Missiles Analyst / Republics Defensive Intelligence Analyst / Defensive Electronic Analyst / Defensive Systems Analyst
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Analyzed large volume of data to identify patterns, trends and correlations.