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Rewis Morris

Mount Pleasant,SC

Summary

An award-winning, PMP certified Agile project and program manager with over 25 years of management experience. Eager to join a team and contribute to achieving industry excellence and success. Possesses extensive background as a Release Engineer, Configuration Manager, Dev Sec Ops, and Cyber Security Experienced Program Manager. Demonstrates skills necessary to effectively manage functional operations and projects related to supplies and logistics. Advanced understanding of organizational strategies, financial management, procurement, and contracting allows for informed decision-making that drives success. Expertise in logistical analysis, inventory and supply chain performance, development, and standardization ensures efficient operations. Thorough understanding of inventory management and procurement and acquisition regulations equips for valuable contributions to any organization.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PROGRAM MANAGER

CHEROKEE FEDERAL
03.2023 - 08.2024
  • Managed the Cherokee Federal portfolio Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic
  • Senior Program Manager and single point of contact for the company in support of $100M IDIQ, focusing on cybersecurity support and CSSP
  • Responsible for all aspects of the program including customer relationships, strategy, business development, contracts, financials, security, staffing, and mission success
  • Responsible for support for integrating and innovating Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) for a variety of customers and providing full lifecycle cybersecurity, network infrastructure and applications/IT systems related support to the Defense Health Agency (DHA) worldwide
  • Tracked client earned valued management reporting requirements of $100M vehicle for major Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Time and Materials (T&M) and Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contracts
  • Prepared financial variance analyses and presented monthly financial results to government senior leaders.
  • Implemented Agile principles and ceremonies to improve program efficiency..
  • Served as an Agile Coach and Scrum Master for the entire program.
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.

Project Manager

CACI Federal
04.2014 - 02.2023
  • Project Manager for the Command Individual Risk and Resiliency Assessment System (CIRRAS) project on the DHRES Program (Defense Health Readiness Engineering Support)
  • Simultaneously served as the Project Manager, Scrum Master, and Agile Coach for the project while also assisting with requirements and testing.
  • Grew the local footprint for DHRES from 8 billable positions to over 50 organically and through excellent service and customer support
  • Was featured as 'key personnel' in the recent recompete and was instrumental in crafting the winning proposal
  • Stood up the SMDS (Strategic Management Decision Support) Team and conducted kick-off activities
  • Project Manager for the Benefits Integration Platform (BIP) Memorials division 2018-2019
  • Functioned as the Project Manager, Business Analyst, and liaison to the prime (Booz-Allen)
  • Deputy Project Manager for the VBMS Information Assurance Program - Veteran's Benefits Management System (VBMS)
  • Managed and coordinated activities across the project involving government teammates and multiple contracting teams
  • Assisted management with the DMIX strategies, staffing, and program kick-off activities.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.

Operations Manager

Network Security SERVICES
07.2012 - 04.2014
  • Assisted with Proposal Writing and Capture Management
  • Also functioned as a Cyber Analyst assisting with Cyber Security documentation and enhancement for government and commercial customers
  • Responsible for all contractual deliverables to the customer.
  • Handled facility operations to include Human Resources, Staffing, Procurement, and acquisitions.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.

Information Assurance Analyst

Honeywell (HTSI)
01.2011 - 07.2012
  • Provided Cyber Security support to Navy Medicine (now NIWC DHA) and Healthcare IT
  • Generated better informational security with thorough solution implementation and software testing.
  • Established effective disaster recovery plans to minimize downtime in the event of a security breach or system failure.
  • Facilitated seamless implementation of new security tools by providing technical support during deployment.

Director of Operations

Aubrey LLC
06.1996 - 01.2011
  • Reviewed financial information and adjusted operational budgets to promote profitability
  • Handled all Cyber and Physical Security for the company to include best practices
  • Coordinated and directed financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency
  • In charge of land acquisition and negotiating with vendors
  • In charge of negotiating and attaining financing for acquisitions and growth.
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.
  • Mentored and coached team members to foster productive and engaging work environment.
  • Managed budgets and resources, optimizing allocation for maximum impact on business objectives.
  • Established strong partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve collaboration and ensure alignment with business requirements.
  • Analyzed business operations and implemented strategies to improve operational cohesiveness.
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
12.1994

Skills

  • 6 Years of experience using JIRA, Confluence, and the Atlassian Tools Suite
  • Over 20 years of experience in Information Assurance and Cyber Security in the private and public sectors
  • 4 Years of experience utilizing Rational Tools Concepts (RTC)
  • 12 Years of experience as a Scrum Master and Agile Coach conducting daily weekly, and monthly Agile activities and ceremonies
  • Active SECRET Clearance
  • Active Public Trust Clearance
  • Agile Methodology
  • Strategic Planning
  • Problem-Solving

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Scrum Master
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA Server+

Awards

  • CACI Team Innovate Award (DHRES/CIRRAS Team)
  • Department of Navy Excellence in IT Award (DHRES CIRRAS Team)
  • NIWC Lightning Bolt Award (DHRES/CIRRAS Team)
  • Multiple CACI WoW Awards

Timeline

PROGRAM MANAGER

CHEROKEE FEDERAL
03.2023 - 08.2024

Project Manager

CACI Federal
04.2014 - 02.2023

Operations Manager

Network Security SERVICES
07.2012 - 04.2014

Information Assurance Analyst

Honeywell (HTSI)
01.2011 - 07.2012

Director of Operations

Aubrey LLC
06.1996 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Clemson University
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