Information Technology Project Management

Gail Simpkins

***********@*****.*** 706-***-**** Hephzibah, GA

SUMMARY

Seasoned Document Specialist with 35 years of experience in document control, information management, and project coordination. Expert in managing document lifecycles, developing QA plans, and maintaining databases like ProCal. Seeking to leverage meticulous record-keeping and SQA skills in a Document Specialist role. WORK EXPERIENCE

Access Point Technology Allentown, Pennsylvania

Document Specialist Feb 2023 - Feb 2024

• Managed and organized company documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality while streamlining retrieval processes for enhanced operational efficiency at Access Point Technology. Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (Savannah River Site) Aiken, South Carolina IPI & RME Coordinator Apr 2018 - Oct 2024

• Coordinated the execution of critical water intrusion and underground storage tank closure projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and setting priorities for project activities.

• Facilitated regular project team meetings, eliciting updates from team members to report progress and challenges to upper management and at high-level quarterly meetings.

• Managed the Instrumentation, Procurement, and Installation (IPI) database, maintaining comprehensive inventory listings, calibration statuses, and historical records to ensure process integrity.

• Oversaw the control of Reference Measurement Equipment (RME), maintaining accurate listings and history files, and monitoring the status of out-of-calibration notices in accordance with established procedures. Scientific and Technical Information Advisor Oct 2024 - Present

• Serve as a liaison between key stakeholders, including management and support personnel, to manage issue resolution and system enhancements, ensuring efficient escalation to technical teams.

• Coordinate and prioritize development tasks in collaboration with business owners and IT professionals, maintaining comprehensive tracking of issues and enhancements.

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of test scripts and requirements documentation, and develop Software Quality Assurance Plans, facilitating rigorous review processes.

• Update and communicate Business Impact Analyses in line with revisions to Disaster Recovery Plans, ensuring alignment with organizational continuity strategies. Risk Specialist Sep 2016 - Apr 2018

• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and prioritization for key projects, ensuring effective monitoring and control measures were in place.

• Managed the risk register using Active Risk Management (ARM) software to document and update risks, facilitating strategic decision-making.

• Authored and revised critical documents, including the annual Risk Opportunity Analysis Reports (ROAR) and the Risk Opportunity Management Plan (ROMP), to guide risk mitigation efforts. Senior Systems Engineer Jun 2007 - Sep 2016

• Managed comprehensive software and hardware system implementations, ensuring timely execution and adherence to project goals while monitoring for potential risks and deadline adherence.

• Oversaw off-site Disaster Recovery Storage for the Department of Energy, navigating the complexities of information security and access with external personnel.

• Participated in critical IT projects, utilizing project management expertise to meet governance requirements and contribute to the Project Management Office (PMO) process enhancements.

• Led technical teams in IT infrastructure transitions, such as architectural shifts from KVM to VMWare, emphasizing the protection of information confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

• Coordinated routine system maintenance, diagnostics, and disaster recovery processes, documenting changes and managing risks to maintain system reliability and security in a 24/7 operational environment. Westinghouse Savannah River Company (Savannah River Site) Aiken, South Carolina Senior Radiological Control Inspector Oct 1993 - Jun 2007

• Conducted comprehensive radiation monitoring and risk assessments, implementing strategies for risk avoidance and mitigation to safeguard personnel, public health, and the environment.

• Facilitated successful completion of critical and emergent project tasks by coordinating with various organizational levels and managing risk factors.

• Oversaw procedural reviews and revisions for facility startups and decommissioning, identifying risks and initiating communication to address and manage these risks effectively.

• Delivered expert guidance and coaching on radiological control practices to ensure adherence to ALARA principles, regulatory compliance, and preparedness for unexpected radiological events, while mentoring junior radiological inspectors.

Typist/Clerk/Document Control/Classified Records Apr 1989 - Oct 1993

• Managed essential document control responsibilities by accurately cataloging, storing, and maintaining both physical and digital records, ensuring adherence to security protocols.

• Provided administrative support through efficient handling of management calendars, composing office memoranda, and executing filing and typing tasks to streamline office procedures.

• Facilitated secure document access by implementing a robust electronic retrieval system and monitoring the distribution of sensitive materials in compliance with classification clearances. EDUCATION

Central Michigan University, Fort Gordon Satellite School Master of Science in Administration (MSA), Information Resource Management American InterContinental University

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BIT) Aiken Technical College

Computer Programming Certificate

Savannah River Site

Basic Lean Course (LEAN 101)

SRNS

PMP Training (certified)

CERTIFICATIONS

PMP Training (no longer certified), SRNS

Basic Lean Course (LEAN 101), Savannah River Site

Computer Programming Certificate, Aiken Technical College Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BIT), American InterContinental University

Master of Science in Administration (MSA), Central Michigan University, Fort Gordon Satellite School

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