Mary E. Bentley
Ashburn,Virginia
Summary
Result driven and strategic manager with a proven record of leading high performing teams, optimizing operations, and delivering measurable business results. Skilled in cross - functional leadership, process improvement, and resource management, with a focus on aligning operational execution with organizational goals. Seeking to leverage my experience and skills to drive efficiency and contribute to the long - term success of an organization.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Proposal Coordinator
Watermark Risk Management International
Triangle, Virginia
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Coordinated proposal development processes to ensure timely submissions and compliance with client requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and enhance proposal quality.
- Managed document control systems for proposals, ensuring version accuracy and accessibility for team members.
- Conducted thorough reviews of proposals to improve clarity, consistency, and alignment with strategic objectives.
- Identified areas for improvement within existing processes, proposing changes that led to greater efficiency and effectiveness in proposal creation.
Quality Manager
SAIC
Reston, VA
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Led quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Developed and implemented quality management systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Conducted thorough audits to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance consistently.
- Evaluated quality problems and performed assessments to identify and resolve issues.
Program Analyst Manager/FEMA Portfolio Manager
SAIC
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Collaborate with Federal Government clients to identify program needs; document necessary actions, and track milestones and timelines to support overall program execution and future development.
- Ability to conduct efficient, organized data gathering, and data analysis.
- Ability to develop project plans, establish project schedules, project estimates.
- Extraordinary cross-functional collaborator; Inventive problem-solver who can lead and influence with a variety of partners.
- Experience working across professional services and sales partners.
- Managed a team of seventeen employees, fostering a high-performance culture with strong collaboration.
Program Analyst Manager
SAIC
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Staffed internal/proposal contracts.
- Assisted with the development and implementation of program performance measurement strategies.
- Reviewed and interpreted program policy to ensure compliance with federal and organizational guidelines.
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of ongoing programs and recommended adjustments to meet performance goals.
- Served as liaison between technical staff and program management to ensure clear communication of requirements.
Senior Business Operations Manager
Unisys – SAIC
03.2016 - 01.2020
- Reviewed the company's strategic plans and developed departmental goals and standards to support the vision.
- Managed business operations staff and the Program Management Office within DHS.
- Developed data-driven staffing plans with leadership (productivity monitoring to ensure appropriate staffing levels) and an operational plan flow process based on data.
- Analyzed statistics and predictive data modeling techniques to forecast scenarios in a data-driven environment; this includes monitoring and reporting appropriate data.
- Assisted with general administrative oversight, time tracking, financial, and personnel evaluation.
- Ensured that the Program Management Office team complied with contractual obligations while seeking ways to improve operational efficiency.
- Estimated personnel requirements and assigned work to meet completion dates per management schedules.
- Directed multiple PMO analysts who supported the delivery of complex, cross-organizational programs/projects that involved external vendors and multiple business units.
- Managed relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with contract priorities.
- Addressed client feedback through structured problem – solving and rapid response actions.
- Collaborated with our government client and Unisys management to complete all projects according to contract specifications.
Resource Manager
Unisys Corporation, DHS, DOD, Intel Business Units
05.2012 - 02.2016
- Managed cross- functioning staffing assignments to meet shifting project demands without compromising quality.
- Managed personnel resources to fill openings with the right personnel and transitioned individuals to other projects as they became available.
- Participated in cross-business unit resourcing to ensure Federal is engaged in the global workforce initiative of the corporation.
- Monitored staff availability and changeability to ensure that mobile workers were fully utilized.
- Collaborated with leadership to reallocate resources based on performance data and strategic priorities.
- Streamline Resource request processes, improving responsiveness and interdepartmental coordination.
- Communicated closely with recruitment so that they knew available candidates and their requirements for open positions.
Executive Assistant
Unisys Federal Systems
03.2010 - 03.2012
- Managed complex calendars, scheduled meetings, and coordinated travel arrangements for C-suite executives.
- Prioritized and managed confidential correspondence, ensuring timely and accurate communication.
- Managed all aspects of Resource Management allocation for the federal division.
- Functioned as liaison between executives, internal departments, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless communications.
- Coordinated offsite events, executive meetings, logistics, catering, and communications.
- Managed sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism.
- Supported HR-related executive tasks, including interview scheduling, personnel updates, and performance documentation.
Executive Assistant, Deal Review Administrator
Unisys Federal Systems
12.2008 - 03.2010
- Supported corporate partners' and staff's business and hospitality needs during meetings and company events.
- Worked with the Vice President of Operations on key projects to transform the organization and improve efficiency.
- Ensured corporate delegation of authority and SOX compliance for all new business pursuits.
- Served as a key team member responsible for redesigning the leadership training program for all federal project managers.
Executive Assistant - Corporate Quality Officer
Unisys Federal Systems
06.2008 - 12.2008
- Organized and reported key management control and SOX compliance functions associated with the Corporate Project Quality Office.
- Managed meetings, schedules, and reviews for the Federal division lead partner responsible for quality assurance and risk management.
- Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
- Planned and coordinated logistics for dedicated events and projects in collaboration with clients.
Administrative Assistant III
Branch Banking and Trust Bank
04.2005 - 06.2008
- Provided administrative, marketing, and human resources support for the Senior Vice Presidents of two mortgage lending divisions.
- Planned and organized seminars, open houses, and staff and executive meetings associated with branch banking activities.
- Assisted in the maintenance of all human resource functions for thirty-eight employees within the two regions, including the performance review and evaluation of these employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saint Regina High School
Skills
- PMO Program Manager
- Resource Management
- Organizational Development
- Strong Communicator
- On-boarding – Off boarding
- Contract Management
- Process Management
- Proposal Development
- Compliance monitoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Task prioritization
Timeline
Proposal Coordinator
Watermark Risk Management International
06.2025 - 02.2026
Quality Manager
SAIC
08.2024 - 03.2025
Program Analyst Manager/FEMA Portfolio Manager
SAIC
08.2021 - 08.2024
Program Analyst Manager
SAIC
01.2020 - 08.2021
Senior Business Operations Manager
Unisys – SAIC
03.2016 - 01.2020
Resource Manager
Unisys Corporation, DHS, DOD, Intel Business Units
05.2012 - 02.2016
Executive Assistant
Unisys Federal Systems
03.2010 - 03.2012
Executive Assistant, Deal Review Administrator
Unisys Federal Systems
12.2008 - 03.2010
Executive Assistant - Corporate Quality Officer
Unisys Federal Systems
06.2008 - 12.2008
Administrative Assistant III
Branch Banking and Trust Bank
04.2005 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Saint Regina High School
Contact
- Address: Ashburn Virginia
- Phone: 703-400-8687
- E-mail: Kizmit703@aol.com