Maria Samantha A. Gehring

United States Coast Guard, ManTech International

Project: USCG Planning, Programming, and Budgeting Execution (PPBE) OneNumber Implementation—USCG Formulation, Execution, Reporting, Budget Environment (FERBE)

• Coordinated with a team of 10 project management, software development, and cybersecurity experts to develop and implement the USCG FERBE documentation schedule, ensuring alignment with the master schedule.
• Developed comprehensive user guides, FAQs, training documentation, and test scripts for 700 users, showcasing strong communication and training skills.
• Led the Incident Response Plan (IRP) Working Group and authored the IRP for inclusion in the Impact Level (IL) 4 Authority to Operate documentation package.
• Developed the USCG FERBE master schedule with 550 tasks, 35 key milestones, and 45 deliverables to support USCG PPBE OneNumber Implementation.
• Managed task assignments in JIRA, supporting resource utilization and project tracking.

Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Strategic Acquisitions Command (SAC), Office of Integrated Veteran Care (IVC)-Integrated External Networks (IEN)

Program: Community Care Network Contract (CCN) Modifications

• Led multi-organizational Requirements Working Groups, planning, developing, and refining CCN contract modifications, reducing execution timelines from 12-15 months to nine months as Requirements Lead.
• Conferred with business owners and subject matter experts to set up assignments and meet deadlines, demonstrating strong project coordination to plan, design, and schedule phases for large projects
• Briefed senior stakeholders on modification execution status, milestones, potential delays, and recovery plans, ensuring transparency and alignment.

Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC)

Program: Program Manager, Wargaming Capability (PM WGC) and Program Manager, Communications Systems (PM CS) Ground Radios (HFR II, MBR II, MCHH)

• Developed an External Dependencies network diagram, highlighting critical paths and supporting operational capability designations.
• Designed and implemented a SharePoint-based Program Register and Risk Management Tool, saving $133K annually by streamlining processes.
• Created graphic visualizations for senior leadership presentations, enhancing communication of complex concepts.
• Developed a SharePoint-based Facility Data Consolidation Tool, improving facility data management and accessibility.

Department of Safeguards (SG), Office of Information and Communication Systems (SGIS), and Office of Safeguards Analytical Services (SGAS)

Projects: Comprehensive Security Management (CSM), Safeguards Analytical Laboratory Decommissioning, Phase 2 (SALDec), and Safeguards Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR)

• Conducted risk assessments and developed treatment plans to support funding requests, ensuring strategic alignment.
• Maintained the master schedule for laboratory decommissioning, ensuring timely reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Prepared detailed schedule data, analyses, and forecasts for progress reporting to the Project Board and donor Member States.

Department of Safeguards (SG), Office of Information and Communication Systems (SGIS

Program/Project: Modernization of Safeguards Information Technology (MOSAIC) and Mainframe Migration (MFM)

• Developed a Dependencies network diagram to monitor critical paths and facilitate program reporting.
• Coordinated with multiple teams to implement a Risk Management Program, utilizing a SharePoint-based Integrated Program Register.
• Developed a Program Dashboard using Microsoft PowerBI, integrating financial models, schedules, and risk data.
• Championed integration of support functions into agile tools and project delivery, improving delivery timelines and reporting quality.

Department of Safeguards (SG), Office of Safeguards Analytical Services (SGAS)

Program: Enhancing the Capabilities of Safeguards Analytical Services (ECAS)

• Standardized funding reports and developed scheduling procedures, enhancing project controls and reporting accuracy.
• Maintained a cost-loaded master schedule, providing detailed progress reports and earned value management analyses.
• Coordinated schedule-related meetings and ensured accurate project milestone tracking, enhancing communication with contractors and headquarters staff.
• Conducted data analysis to identify bottlenecks in supply chain and develop solutions to optimize operations.
• Directed inter-modal domestic and overseas import and export operations to meet aggressive deadlines.
• Supported senior company leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.
• Streamlined office operations using automation, oversaw client communications, managed record tracking and data communication activities.

Engineering & Construction Division

Program: USACE Afghanistan Construction Programme, UN Darfur Camps O&M Transition, USACE Afghanistan Construction and UN Darfur Camps Proposals

• Led schedule remediation and integration projects, reducing project loss rates and improving schedule reporting accuracy.
• Developed and maintained strong working relationships with project managers and headquarters staff, ensuring accurate progress reporting and timely issue resolution.

Highly computational, programming-based tech training program that teaches artificial intelligence and the machine learning tools, technologies, and processes that support its development.

• Completed professional development in Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningDean's List, Fall/Spring/Summer, 2009-2011
• Relevant Coursework: Basic Electric Circuits I-II, Calculus I-III, Chemistry for Engineers, Computer Science I, Construction Management I-II, Criminology, Elementary Linear Algebra, Engineering Problem Solving with C++, Foundations of Physics I-II, Speech Communications, Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Social Psychology, Sociology, Sociology of Family