Kevin L. Hutchinson
Phone: 832-***-**** • ********@*****.*** • www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-hutchinson-5a319031
Professional Summary
Seasoned IT management professional with over 15 years of federal experience and a strong background in program management, business integration, and strategic planning. Proven track record in overseeing multi-year, congressionally approved budgets for product portfolios exceeding $20 billion; managing complex IT projects involving system integration, cybersecurity, cloud migration, and agile delivery; and leading cross-functional teams to exceed operational goals. Adept at collaborating with executive leadership to ensure alignment of IT initiatives with organizational priorities and long-term visions.
Professional Experience
Supervisory Program Management Analyst
Michael E. Debakey VAMC, Houston, TX
2012 – Present
Budget & Strategy Leadership:
oDirected the OI&T Business Integration Outcomes Service (BIOS) for the Benefits, Appeals, and Memorials product line, overseeing the review, definition, and certification of a multi-year, congressionally approved budget for a portfolio exceeding $20 billion.
oDeveloped 5–7 year strategic product roadmaps and established business and technical vision standards.
IT Integration & Process Improvement:
oManaged a software catalog comprising 150 applications supporting VHA enterprise systems across the Central, Mountain, and Pacific time zones.
oSpearheaded agile project initiatives (implementing SAFe practices and PMI criteria) that reduced project delivery times by 60% in areas such as EMR/EHR integration, cloud migrations (including AWS transitions), and multi-facility connectivity.
oOversaw cybersecurity vulnerability reviews on 50+ enterprise servers (applying NIST/STIG guidelines) and ensured timely remediation and asset replacement as needed.
Stakeholder & Contract Management:
oActed as product manager interfacing with VHA Clinical Contact Centers (CCC) to ensure the IT readiness for over 400,000 veteran interactions and provided technical direction to support telehealth services.
oCollaborated with business owners and program managers on contract renewals, extensions, and future acquisitions, effectively managing IT system lifecycles—from acquisition to decommissioning.
Notable Achievements:
oRecognized with a Special Contribution Award for leadership excellence and consistent delivery on high-impact projects.
oSuccessfully led the transition of multiple application portfolios to cloud-based infrastructures, ensuring enhanced scalability and security.
Military Career History
United States Air Force
1981 – 2001
Held managerial and technical roles, serving as Assistant Manager of the Life Skills Support Center and Systems Administrator, providing IT and administrative support to over 10,000 personnel.
Led substance abuse and mental health support programs, and delivered educational programs and training to enhance overall mission effectiveness.
Education
MBA, Healthcare Administration
Western Governors University, 2017
BS, Business Management
Park University, Parkville, MO, 2002
AAS, Social Psychology
Community College of the Air Force, 1996
Certifications & Professional Development
Business Relationship Management Professional – Dec 2023
DevOps Institute Leaders Certification – July 2022
Managers Edge Supervisory Management – September 2021
Yellow Belt Quality Management Certificate – March 2020
FACCOR Account Custodian Representative (COR) – 2016