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Potomac, MD
Posted:
June 25, 2020

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E. BARRY LEVY, PMP

**** ***** **** · Potomac, Maryland 20854

301-***-**** (Mobile) · add3we@r.postjobfree.com

Career Summary

A record of success in leadership, government/public affairs, federal contracting/project management, and human capital development

Trusted advisor to Defense and Intelligence Community leaders on procurement, congressional affairs, national defense & intelligence policies, and management of projects across all phases of the federal acquisition lifecycle

Leadership roles in the design, development, and execution of contracts subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation and agencies supplements

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Skilled researcher, course developer, and lecturer

Managed congressional affairs activities for 7000-person investigative services corporation

Executive Director for a healthcare-focused non-profit

Board member for International Non-Government Organization (NGO)

Sandia National Laboratories (2020 - present)

Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) delivers essential science and technology to resolve challenges associated with the nuclear, biological, conventional threats. SNL’s world-class science, technology, and engineering activities include research at the forefront of innovation, collaboration with universities and companies, and discretionary projects with significant potential impact on national objectives.

EVM Focal Point. A member of SNL’s Corporate Project Management Office (PMO)

Principle EVM subject matter expert responsible for EVM policy and the integration of EVM into project planning and control across the enterprise

As a member of SNL’s Corporate PMO, delivers EVM expertise to SNL programs engaged in EVM implementation, governance, and surveillance

Project manager for SNL’s EVM certification

Centauri Corporation (formerly Integrity Applications Incorporated)

Centauri Corporation provides System Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA), project management, and cost analysis services to federal agencies. Current focus is principally on EVM, pre contracting, and post-award management of large dollar-value contracts for space systems.

“Key personnel” position providing project management and training services to senior IC leaders

Daily engagement with IC programs/projects to advise on contracting and legislative policy

Created and delivered >150 courses for Intelligence Community and private sector customers seeking insight and understanding of contracting, congressional affairs, financial management, and project management practices

Represented IC agency in government and industry professional association venues

Scitor Corporation/SAIC (2013 – 2016)

Scitor Corporation (acquired by SAIC in 2015) provides SETA services to federal agencies, state governments and commercial partners. A significant focus of Scitor’s SETA services is within the U.S. Intelligence Community and Department of Defense.

Course manager for Congressional Budgeting Course; mentored Intelligence Community leaders seeking to understand Legislative Branch process, products, and operations.

Led and successfully delivered results/recommendations for a $4B gap analysis project revolutionizing the agency’s financial planning processes.

Featured speaker to Government and industry leaders. Prepared and delivered a multi-session seminar to National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) members on how Congress works.

Partner (2012 – 2013), ClearView Advisors, LLC, Potomac, Maryland

ClearView Advisors (CVA) is a client-centered consulting practice delivering government affairs, business development, and professional services to government and industry.

Consultant on international education project for a Fortune 100 Company, U.S. Department of State, and Texas A&M University. Developed legislative strategy and served as a key spokesperson for this initiative on Capitol Hill resulting in bipartisan support.

Chairman, Government Affairs Council for 55-member small business consortium. Created an advocacy network that included elected officials, congressional staff, and “think-tanks.

Lead consultant for corporate-wide EVM development project; drafted and implemented project management practices, business policies and operating procedures for 500-person small business.

Vice President of Government Affairs (2009 – 2012), Altegrity Corporation/U.S. Investigations Services (USIS), Falls Church, Virginia

Altegrity/USIS, a global leader in investigation services, security, intelligence analysis, litigation support, and records management was the largest commercial provider of background checks to federal agencies.

C-suite executive responsible for advocacy before federal, state, and local officials for a $600M per year/7000 person security services company.

Devised and directed a congressional lobbying campaign and a nationwide grassroots effort that yielded favorable legislative outcomes e.g., Border Security Act.

Political Action Committee (PAC) Treasurer, raised >$35,000 in first year through an innovative contribution strategies.

Established and led corporate Advisory Board composed government and industry leaders including former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Deputy Director - NGA, Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition Technology and Logistics, and two retired four-star general officers.

Responsible for $1.25M/year budget, a team of 6 individual contributors and 6 advocacy consultants.

Director, Government Relations (2005 – 2009), Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC), Falls Church, Virginia

CSC is a global leader in business and technology transformation. Reported to President, Business Development in CSC’s Federal Sector. Major business endeavors include applications services, data analytics and cybersecurity.

Principle advocate before elected officials representing a $7B per year business sector.

Represented the interests of >40,000 employees, business partners such as IBM, Raytheon, Northrop/Grumman, and small business on Capitol Hill.

Successfully lobbied for legislation and policy on behalf of CSC business interests before leaders from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Health and Human Services and other civilian agencies.

Led industry-lobbying group within professional associations.

Director, Contract Advisory Services (1997 – 2005), Welkin Associates, Chantilly, Virginia

Led Systems Engineering and Technical Support (SETA) services to federal agencies. The focus of Welkin’s business is in the Intelligence Community, National Security Agency, and Department of Defense.

Led business development and P&L responsibility for operations associated with contractor-support team delivering SETA services to agencies across government.

Directed efforts of >20 acquisition, cost estimating, and project management professionals.

Led the successful re-compete of a $20M SETA contract.

Assisted Intelligence Community agency in responding to congressional inquiries and related actions.

Staff director during merger with Computer Sciences Corporation. Managed Welkin’s integration upon acquisition.

Congressional Staff Member (1994-1997), Representative J.C. Watts, U.S. House of Representatives

Military Legislative Assistant to Congressman J.C. Watts, Jr., (Oklahoma-4) responsible for legislative formation and counsel on national security, foreign affairs and commerce.

Portfolio included day-to-day interaction with Defense, Foreign Affairs, Veterans and Commerce Committee members, professional staff, lobbyists, and constituents.

Provided constituent-services and outreach to industry and foreign governments on issues of national defense, economic development, telecommunications, veterans’ benefits and human rights.

Represented Rep. Watts before the media and to the highest levels in government (U.S. and others), industry and to non-profit organizations.

Represented Rep. Watts before constituent groups across the congressional district; developed trusted relationships with constituents, constituent businesses, and local government.

Authored legislation and public policy for key projects and delivered favorable appropriations solutions.

Lieutenant Colonel, United States Air Force

A career of service to our Nation as a leader and manager of organizations from 30 – 550 personnel.

Unmatched understanding and depth of experience in legislative affairs, federal procurement, and management of military organizations.

Department of Defense certified at highest level in Program Management and Contracting.

Military Assistant to Deputy Under Secretary for Arms Export Controls.

Commander, Air Force Systems Command, Acquisition School.

Professor of Financial Management, Defense Acquisition University; Adjunct professor; U.S. Department of Agriculture Graduate School.

Clearance

Top Secret, Full Scope Background Investigation with CI Polygraph, (not current)

Department of Energy, Q (in process)

Education

Congressional Fellow, Brookings Institution

Graduate Certificate in Government Affairs, The George Washington University

MA, Logistics Management, Webster University

MA, Psychology, University of Northern Colorado

BA, Journalism and Telecommunications, University of Southern California

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute (current)

DAWIA Level III, Project Management (lapsed)

DAWIA Level III, Contracting (lapsed)



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