Brandon Kemp

Brandon Kemp

New Technology Specialist

Followers of Brandon Kemp469 followers
location of Brandon KempUpper Marlboro, Maryland, United States

Connect with Brandon Kemp to Send Message

Connect

Connect with Brandon Kemp to Send Message

Connect
  • Timeline

  • About me

    Senior Manager at AFS, National Security Portfolio

  • Education

    • University of Pittsburgh

      2001 - 2005
      Bachelor of Science Computer Engineering
    • Drexel University

      2013 - 2015
      Master's Degree Engineering Management
  • Experience

    • CSC

      Jun 2006 - Jan 2008
      New Technology Specialist
    • Lockheed Martin Information Technology

      Jan 2007 - Jan 2007
      • New Technology Specialist

        Jan 2007 - Jan 2007
      • New Technology Specialist

        Jan 2007 - Jan 2007
    • JBI Technologies

      Jan 2008 - Feb 2010
      Software Developer
    • PSI Pax

      Feb 2010 - Oct 2010
      Software Programmer
    • CSC

      Oct 2010 - May 2015
      Deputy Program Manager

      Serve as Technical Program Manager for the Trusted Traveler Program, a series of web application projects that provide expedited travel for travelers through dedicated lanes and kiosksServe as Transition Manager for contract rolloverCommunicate roles and responsibilities with the team personnelPresent recommendations to client for personnel and process changesOrchestrate development projects through an Agile TransitionLead high-performing team of project leads and architects responsible for project lifecycle management and system engineering.Monitor program activities to ensure team collaborationMaintain a risk register and report on risk to the client regularlyOffer Database Monitoring services for production reporting and research activities.Facilitated the Reconnaissance Operations Management Environment (ROME) program, a web-based application used to manage flight operations around the world.Lead ROME through an extension that helped to grow the project notoriety and scope.Identified and purchased equipment and software that were used to improve the quality of work.Developed the Java-based web application using Java, J2EE framework involving all aspects of the three-tier architecture.Managed the project budget and schedule, interfaced with the customer to discuss issues and future opportunities, Developed and controlled the Project SchedulePresented during quarterly business reviews to report budget and schedule status to customer and discuss any issues where I needed their support.Lead Application Development using Agile MethodologyManaged a consistent 4 week sprint, 45-day release cycle.Assisted in requirements gathering, content management efforts and interfaced with the customer to establish application delivery schedules.Worked on Bid Proposals as a Subject Matter Expert and was identified as key personnel for my skill set and my experience.Created, updated and reviewed software design documents (SDDs) that paralleled the design effort. Show less

    • Novetta

      May 2015 - Feb 2022
      Director, Cyber Mission Enablement

      Initiated and set goals for CME programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization.Responsible for programs from capture to completion ensuring effective controls are in place to manage cost, schedule, and performance. Devised evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine the needs for improvement.Supervised all program and project managers to provide feedback and resolve complex problems and determine ways for them to be 100% billable. Create tools and processes for managing budgets, financial management (Invoicing, spend plan/forecasting), security clearance tracking, stakeholder management, program risk, subcontractor management, GFE tracking, and organic business development opportunities. Worked effectively with the Technical Director, Director of Engineering Management, and Chief Computer Scientist on multi-disciplined problems to ensure the organization is effective "horizontally" as well as "vertically". Created and maintained productive and influential relationships with key corporate support groups (i.e. finance, security, etc), top non-CME PMs, key subs, and key government leadership. Kept senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports or presentations. Show less

    • Accenture Federal Services

      Mar 2022 - now
      Senior Manager

      Initiate and set goals for CME programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization.Responsible for programs from capture to completion ensuring effective controls are in place to manage cost, schedule, and performance. Devise evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine the needs for improvement.Supervised all program and project managers to provide feedback and resolve complex problems and determine ways for them to be 100% billable. Create tools and processes for managing budgets, financial management (Invoicing, spend plan/forecasting), security clearance tracking, stakeholder management, program risk, subcontractor management, GFE tracking, and organic business development opportunities. Work effectively with the Technical Director, Director of Engineering Management, and Chief Computer Scientist on multi-disciplined problems to ensure the organization is effective "horizontally" as well as "vertically". Create and maintain productive and influential relationships with key corporate support groups (i.e. finance, security, etc), top non-CME PMs, key subs, and key government leadership. Keep senior management informed with detailed and accurate reports or presentations. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Security+

      CompTIA
      Sept 2009
    • Project Management Professional (PMP)

      Project Management Institute
      Dec 2015