alexander um

consultant

About

Reliable, results-oriented leader with over 9 years' experience in project and program management. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams through fast-paced and high-demand environments with a focus in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. Exceptional ability to gather and understand customer needs to manage expectations and enable strategic alignment of stakeholder and organization efforts. Managed and closed multiple projects with deliverables reaching values in excess of $100 million (US) that met or exceeded organizational objectives and customer expectations. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)® and Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)®. Able to implement and manage projects and programs utilizing Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid methodologies.

Country

united states

City

san francisco

Industry

management consulting

Skill

intelligence, army, intelligence analysis, military experience, military, force protection, military operations, security clearance, vulnerability assessment, national security, project management, counterinsurgency, dod, defense, operational planning, personnel supervision, government, counterterrorism, security, afghanistan, tactics, accountability, special operations, humint, top secret, police, command, information assurance, organizational leadership, weapons, counterintelligence, homeland security, interagency coordination, military logistics, reconnaissance, security operations, program management, military training, policy, emergency management, exercises, information security management, physical security, risk management

Experience

consultant

solutionsati consulting

2017-1 - Present · 9 yrs 9 mos

security program manager

program management office strategic systems programs

2016-1 - 2017-1 · 1 yr 1 mo

* Validated the implementation and execution of comprehensive security programs across prime (Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company) and sub-contract (Orbital ATK) partners * Steered Reshaping and Physical Security Working Groups in large, complex projects to enable cost-effective contract development and management * Conducted root cause analyses to gather and integrate corrective actions for the continuous improvement of program processes and procedures; resolved 100% of program nonconformities and opportunities for improvement * Provided guidance and status briefings to technical leads and vendors on security and privacy program initiatives and requirements

intelligence and security manager

us army

2015-3 - 2016-3 · 1 yr 1 mo

officer in charge, deployable intelligence support element

us army

2014-9 - 2015-3 · 7 mos

Recognized by the Korean forward and rear area commanding generals while leading a 15-person cross-functional team; consistently delivered custom-tailored operations support packages on time and within budget Steered 6 cross-functional leads and host nation customers to direct the development and release of a new system capability to host nation customers Managed the procurement of internal and external resources to ensure comprehensive logistical support for the organization’s mobile analysis center Significantly improved the element's capability to provide on-site customer support from 72 hours to less than 8 hours Supervisor/Performance Review Comments: "Stellar leadership of the [organization] demonstrated his unlimited potential for service in positions of increased responsibility." "Enabled the [organization] to reach new heights."

intelligence and security advisor | operations manager

us army

2012-3 - 2014-9 · 2 yrs 7 mos

* Led and managed a 4-person advise and assist team in the planning, development, and delivery of the regional customer’s first functionally-focused training exercise * Collaborated with a 5-person cross-functional, virtual team to create and implement a standard policy for contingencies in hazardous operations * Provided consultation, technical guidance, and training to the regional customer in threat analysis processes and procedures * Planned and directed the seamless transition of core operations and 7 key functional areas to an incoming organization taking responsibility for regional operations Supervisor/Performance Review Comments: "Outstanding performance... Top 10% of Company-grade advisors within the brigade."

operations manager

us army

2011-7 - 2012-3 · 9 mos

executive officer

us army

2008-5 - 2011-7 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Managed 4 teams of 72 personnel in implementing a command-recognized maintenance program; maintained a 100% service record and an over 95% readiness rate, 5% above the standard Led a 12-person cross-functional team of supply, vehicle maintenance, communications, and administrative specialists in the successful replacement, validation, and acceptance of 14 armored fighting vehicles valued in excess of $100 million (US) Selected over 5 peers to cooperatively plan and conduct combined combat training with host nation counterparts Supervisor/Performance Review Comments: "Work ethic unmatched by any of his peers, and his drive is truly a model to be followed by all" "Truly ahead of his peers and in the top two executive officers I senior rate"