Open To Work
Vatricia Whitmire
Edgewater Technical Associates, Inc.
Knoxville,TN
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
Project ManagerManager
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location:
Knoxville, TN
Open to relocation:
No
Important To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursCompany CulturePaid time offWork from home optionCareer advancement
Professional manager with significant expertise in overseeing complex projects and ensuring timely delivery. Skilled in strategic planning, budget management, and risk assessment. Strong focus on team collaboration, fostering results-driven environment, and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, leadership, and effective communication.
17
Years of experience
1
Certificate
Work History
PROJECT MANAGER / LIFECYCLE MANAGER
6 Months
Edgewater Technical Associates, Inc. - Oak Ridge, TN | 11.2025 - 05.2026
- 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.
SAFEGUARDS & SECURITY MANAGER
2 Years 10 Months
Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc. - Oak Ridge, TN | 07.2022 - 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.
PERSONNEL & PHYSICAL SECURITY MANAGER
2 Years
KeyLogic Associates, Inc. - Oak Ridge, TN | 06.2020 - 06.2022
- 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
11 Months
Information International Associates, Inc. - Oak Ridge, TN | 06.2019 - 05.2020
- 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
10 Years 5 Months
Tennessee Army National Guard | 05.2009 - 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
4 Years 7 Months
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
1 Year 8 Months
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
1 Year 1 Month
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
Univeristy of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ
11-2022
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ
05-2021
Advanced Cyber Security - Cyber Security
University of Phoenix - Tempe, AZ
09-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Network Systems Administration
ITT Technical Institute - Chattanooga, TN
12-2014
Skills
IT strategy development
Cybersecurity program oversight
Information security management
Risk management strategy
Federal regulatory compliance
Infrastructure modernization expertise
Disaster recovery planning
Security operations management
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 - 05.2026Read more
SAFEGUARDS & SECURITY MANAGER
Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.
07.2022 - 05.2025Read more
PERSONNEL & PHYSICAL SECURITY MANAGER
KeyLogic Associates, Inc.
06.2020 - 06.2022Read more
DISASTER RECOVERY ENGINEER
Information International Associates, Inc.
06.2019 - 05.2020Read more
Data Protection Team Lead
Mohawk Industries
12.2014 - 07.2019Read more
System Support Specialist / Cybersecurity Support
ITT Technical Institute
04.2013 - 12.2014Read more
Critical Systems Analyst
Shaw Industries
04.2013 - 05.2014Read more
SIGNAL NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN CHARGE
Tennessee Army National Guard
05.2009 - 10.2019Read more
Univeristy of Phoenix - Master of Science, Management Information Systems
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University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
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University of Phoenix - Advanced Cyber Security, Cyber Security
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ITT Technical Institute - Associate of Applied Science, Network Systems Administration
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- SECURITY CLEARANCE ELIGIBLE
- Department of Energy Q Clearance - Terminated June 2026 due to contract ending- eligible to be reinstated - Last Investigation 04/2026