Vatricia Whitmire
Knoxville,TN
Summary
IT and Cybersecurity Executive with over 20 years of experience leading enterprise technology and security programs. Expertise in managing large-scale modernization projects and aligning security strategies with federal compliance requirements. Recognized for enhancing organizational performance through risk-informed decision-making and fostering a culture of cyber resilience.
Overview
1
1
Certificate
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
PROJECT MANAGER / LIFECYCLE MANAGER
Edgewater Technical Associates, Inc.
Oak Ridge, TN
11.2025 - 06.2026
- Provide executive leadership for enterprise technology modernization initiatives supporting federal operations and mission-critical programs.
- Direct deployment of unclassified, Azure GCC High, and classified air-gapped environments supporting federal mission requirements.
- Lead RMF activities, security authorization efforts, and compliance initiatives supporting interim authorization objectives.
- Oversee enterprise infrastructure modernization including networking, telecommunications, cybersecurity, and server platforms.
- Advise leadership on technology strategy, risk management, procurement, vendor engagement, and implementation planning.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Safeguards & Security organizations to align technology investments with operational objectives.
- Ensure compliance with DOE, NNSA, and federal cybersecurity requirements.
- Key Areas: Enterprise IT
- Cybersecurity
- RMF
- Classified Systems
- GCC High
- Infrastructure Modernization
SAFEGUARDS & SECURITY MANAGER
Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.
Oak Ridge, TN
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Directed enterprise security operations and compliance initiatives supporting classified and mission-sensitive environments.
- Led organizational security strategy, risk management, and compliance programs.
- Managed classified network protection and COMSEC operations supporting mission continuity.
- Implemented security monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response improvements.
- Developed risk assessment methodologies and security frameworks that enhanced decision-making and threat mitigation.
- Delivered security awareness and compliance programs that strengthened organizational security culture.
- Mentored security professionals and supported workforce development initiatives.
- Key Areas: Security Operations
- COMSEC
- Classified Networks
- Risk Management
- Federal Compliance
PERSONNEL & PHYSICAL SECURITY MANAGER
KeyLogic Associates, Inc.
Oak Ridge, TN
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed integrated personnel, physical, and information security programs supporting federal operations.
- Directed security planning, operational assessments, and compliance activities.
- Led classified communications security initiatives and federal security program execution.
- Advised leadership on risk, policy implementation, vulnerability remediation, and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams supporting security operations and technical issue resolution.
- Developed security procedures and operational improvements that enhanced efficiency and mission readiness.
DISASTER RECOVERY ENGINEER
Information International Associates, Inc.
Oak Ridge, TN
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Led enterprise backup, recovery, and continuity initiatives supporting critical business operations.
- Modernized backup and recovery platforms, improving resilience and reducing recovery timelines.
- Directed daily backup operations and system reliability activities.
- Developed security-focused continuity strategies and knowledge management resources.
- Partnered with stakeholders to strengthen disaster recovery readiness and operational resilience.
SIGNAL NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN CHARGE
Tennessee Army National Guard
06.2009 - 10.2019
- Provided leadership for communications, cybersecurity, and mission support operations across domestic and overseas environments.
- Led a 26-member cybersecurity and communications team.
- Directed cybersecurity assessments, compliance initiatives, and operational readiness activities.
- Managed COMSEC programs and protected sensitive communications assets.
- Delivered secure IT services supporting more than 500 personnel.
- Developed and implemented cybersecurity policies, operational procedures, and workforce training programs.
Data Protection Team Lead
Mohawk Industries
12.2014 - 07.2019
- Led cybersecurity assessments, penetration testing initiatives, compliance reviews, and security control evaluations across 22 facilities.
- Managed an 18-member team supporting enterprise data protection and risk management programs.
System Support Specialist / Cybersecurity Support
ITT Technical Institute
04.2013 - 12.2014
- Supported information assurance, system security, network operations, and cybersecurity awareness initiatives within higher education environments.
Critical Systems Analyst
Shaw Industries
04.2013 - 05.2014
- Managed security monitoring, compliance assessments, policy development, investigations support, and cybersecurity risk mitigation activities for critical business systems.
Education
Master of Science - Management Information Systems
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ 01.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ 01.2019 - 05.2021
Advanced Cyber Security Studies - Bachelor Program - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ 03.2020 - 09.2020
Associate of Science - Network Systems Administration
ITT Technical Institute
Chattanooga, TN 04.2013 - 12.2014
Skills
Information Technology Strategy & Governance
Cybersecurity Program Management
Information System Security Management (ISSM)
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
NIST 800-53 & Federal Compliance
Zero Trust & Security Architecture
DOE / NNSA Security Programs
Classified & Air-Gapped Environments
COMSEC Program Management
Enterprise Infrastructure Modernization
Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
Cloud Security & Azure GCC High
Operational Technology (OT) Security
Security Operations & Incident Response
Project & Portfolio Management
Vendor, Contract & Budget Management
Team Leadership & Organizational Development
Certification
- CISSP Candidate, Exam Scheduled 08/01/26
- Commvault Certified Professional
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA A+
- Microsoft MTA: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals
Timeline
PROJECT MANAGER / LIFECYCLE MANAGER
Edgewater Technical Associates, Inc.
11.2025 - 06.2026
SAFEGUARDS & SECURITY MANAGER
Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.
08.2022 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Management Information Systems
University of Phoenix
01.2022 - 11.2022
PERSONNEL & PHYSICAL SECURITY MANAGER
KeyLogic Associates, Inc.
07.2020 - 07.2022
Advanced Cyber Security Studies - Bachelor Program - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
03.2020 - 09.2020
DISASTER RECOVERY ENGINEER
Information International Associates, Inc.
07.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
01.2019 - 05.2021
Data Protection Team Lead
Mohawk Industries
12.2014 - 07.2019
Associate of Science - Network Systems Administration
ITT Technical Institute
04.2013 - 12.2014
System Support Specialist / Cybersecurity Support
ITT Technical Institute
04.2013 - 12.2014
Critical Systems Analyst
Shaw Industries
04.2013 - 05.2014
SIGNAL NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN CHARGE
Tennessee Army National Guard
06.2009 - 10.2019
Clearance
Department of Energy (DOE) Q Clearance, 2026 enrolled in TW 2.0
Military Training
- Standardized COMSEC Custodian Course, 80 hours
- Signal Systems Support Specialist Training, 28 weeks
- Information Technology Specialist Training, 13 weeks
- Army Basic Leadership Course
Professional Highlights
- Directed deployment and modernization of enterprise, cloud, and classified network environments supporting federal mission operations.
- Led cybersecurity, physical security, COMSEC, and classified systems programs within DOE and NNSA environments.
- Managed security assessments and compliance activities across multiple facilities, strengthening organizational risk posture and regulatory compliance.
- Led teams of up to 26 personnel to support cybersecurity operations, communications, IT infrastructure, and mission-critical services.
- Conducted cybersecurity assessments and penetration testing activities across 22 facilities, driving remediation efforts and improving security maturity.
- Developed and implemented disaster recovery, continuity, and backup modernization programs that improved organizational resilience.
- Supported Interim Authorities to Operate (IATO) and federal authorization efforts through RMF-aligned security activities.
- Built collaborative partnerships across executive leadership, engineering, manufacturing, operations, safeguards and security, and federal stakeholders.
Earlier Roles
- Data Protection Team Lead, Mohawk Industries, 12/15/14 - 07/05/19, Led cybersecurity assessments, penetration testing initiatives, compliance reviews, and security control evaluations across 22 facilities. Managed an 18-member team supporting enterprise data protection and risk management programs.
- Critical Systems Analyst, Shaw Industries, 05/01/13 - 05/31/14, Managed security monitoring, compliance assessments, policy development, investigations support, and cybersecurity risk mitigation activities for critical business systems.
- System Support Specialist / Cybersecurity Support, 07/01/99 - 12/12/14, Supported information assurance, system security, network operations, and cybersecurity awareness initiatives within higher education and state government environments.
Clearance
Department of Energy (DOE) Q Clearance, 2026 enrolled in TW 2.0
Military Training
- Standardized COMSEC Custodian Course, 80 hours
- Signal Systems Support Specialist Training, 28 weeks
- Information Technology Specialist Training, 13 weeks
- Army Basic Leadership Course
Professional Highlights
- Directed deployment and modernization of enterprise, cloud, and classified network environments supporting federal mission operations.
- Led cybersecurity, physical security, COMSEC, and classified systems programs within DOE and NNSA environments.
- Managed security assessments and compliance activities across multiple facilities, strengthening organizational risk posture and regulatory compliance.
- Led teams of up to 26 personnel to support cybersecurity operations, communications, IT infrastructure, and mission-critical services.
- Conducted cybersecurity assessments and penetration testing activities across 22 facilities, driving remediation efforts and improving security maturity.
- Developed and implemented disaster recovery, continuity, and backup modernization programs that improved organizational resilience.
- Supported Interim Authorities to Operate (IATO) and federal authorization efforts through RMF-aligned security activities.
- Built collaborative partnerships across executive leadership, engineering, manufacturing, operations, safeguards and security, and federal stakeholders.