KELLY WILLIAMS
Woodbridge
Summary
Accomplished system integrator, human resource manager, and logistics professional with over 20 years of award-winning experience in IT support, talent acquisition and development, workforce planning, and strategic organizational direction. Adept at aligning resources and initiatives to support global objectives, with a proven track record of driving productivity, performance, and operational excellence. Dynamic team-builder and motivational leader, skilled in communicating across all levels and functions to unify teams around shared goals. Recognized for identifying organizational needs and designing strategic solutions that deliver measurable results. Successfully led multiple Air Force recruiting teams to top performance, earning distinction as the #1 recruiter in Arizona and California in 2012. Known for transforming turnaround situations into high-performing operations with exceptional quality and impact. Holds an M.S. in Management with a concentration in Leadership, completed with honors.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Systems Engineering Technical Assistant (SETA)
Blue Sky Executive Consulting
Chantilly
01.2025 - Current
- Provides technical guidance and strategic recommendations to the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Communications Architecture & Systems Engineering Directorate. Oversees process improvement initiatives, facilitates Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs), and mediates between government and contractor teams to ensure mission-critical deliverables.
- Directed cross-contract coordination to develop enterprise-level configuration management onboarding processes.
- Facilitated key NRO boards:
- Executive Integration Board - guided mission integration, process improvement, and executive-level risk management decisions.
- Enterprise Integration Council - coordinated cross-directorate objectives to advance NRO strategic priorities.
- Supported mass configuration data ingestion and automation for streamlined system user access.
- Implemented workflow and process improvements recognized as authoritative standards for ServiceNow onboarding.
- Leveraged tools including Confluence, J-SMART, ServiceNow, SAP, Configuration Management/RFC, and Readiness Milestone Processes.
System Integrator
CACI International
Ft. Belvoir
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Identified workflow inefficiencies, facilitated TEMs, and provided actionable recommendations to government and contractor teams. Delivered IT projects from site survey through Operational Acceptance Review (OAR) while maintaining full compliance with site standards.
- Directed 22 IT deployments for NRO internal and external customers.
- Mediated access and installation processes between government sites and service providers.
- Maintained SharePoint repository documenting system configuration changes.
- Translated technical information into actionable documents for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Recognized as 'Hero of the Month' three times and 'Site Hero of the Month' FY23.
IT Change Manager
CACI International
Chantilly
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Served as ITSM subject matter expert for verification, validation, and readiness framework compliance. Led project control gate milestone activities across multiple engineering review boards.
- Led facilitation for 3 Engineering Review Boards and 1 Change Advisory Board.
- Contributed to top-ranked IT Change Team recognition across NRO, FY20 Q3.
- Earned government recognition for exceptional customer support and mission continuity.
Program Manager
United States Air Force (USAF)
Chantilly
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Senior enlisted leader for NRO Logistics IT Procurement & Storage Division, overseeing HR and logistics operations.
- Managed global logistics team of 50+, achieving full staffing within eight months.
- Directed recruitment, training, and development, enhancing team readiness and performance.
Program Manager, C-130 Aircraft Parts Store
USAF
Tucson
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Led 24/7 operations for $22M aircraft parts inventory and a 25-person team.
- Achieved 100% training compliance through a new operational training plan.
- Delivered $80K annual savings via asset consolidation and process improvements.
- Supported DHS operations: 500 arrests, 104 weapons, and 14,000 pounds of drugs processed.
Human Resources Manager / Executive Advisor
USAF
Tucson
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Chief Human Resources Advisor for $1B logistics operations, managing 400+ personnel.
- Facilitated personnel management, disciplinary, and operational issues.
- Enabled 70+ promotions and earned 14+ company recognition awards in 23 months.
USAF Enlisted Accessions Recruiter
USAF
Tucson
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Managed recruitment and training across a 725 sq. mile region for over 1,000 applicants.
- Surpassed hiring targets by 158% and earned multiple awards for top performance.
- Named USAF Rookie Recruiter of the Year 2011, Gold Badge Recruiter 2012, NCO of the Year 2013.
Individual Protective Equipment / Body Armor Lead Supervisor
USAF
San Antonio
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Oversaw 5 direct and 22 indirect reports managing $100M in equipment.
- Achieved 100% training compliance and enhanced inventory accountability, identifying $183K in expired assets.
- Team earned USAF Logistics Operation of the Year, 2008.
Education
M.S. - Management (Leadership concentration)
Strayer University
Alexandria, VA 01.2020 - 01.2022
B.S. - Human Resource Management
American Military University
01.2017 - 01.2019
Professional Manager Certification -
Community College of the Air Force
01.2017 - 01.2017
Senior Enlisted Joint PME -
USAF
01.2016 - 01.2016
AAS - Logistics
American Military University
01.2011 - 01.2011
AAS - Human Resources
Community College of the Air Force
01.2008 - 01.2010
NCO Academy Advanced Leadership Course -
USAF
01.2010 - 01.2010
USAF Recruiting, Sales & Marketing School -
USAF
01.2009 - 01.2009
Airman Leadership School -
USAF
01.2000 - 01.2000
Skills
- Strategic Leadership & Management
- Program & Project Management
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Organizational Leadership
- Operations Management
- Talent & Workforce Development
- Team Leadership & Development
- Training & Mentoring
- Recruitment & Retention
- Employee Relations
- Process & Performance Optimization
- Workflow Optimization
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Advanced Conflict Resolution
- Global Operations & Logistics
- Global Human Resource Management
- Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- Customer Service Excellence
Accomplishments
- USAF Meritorious Service Medal
- 2017
- 2019
- Multiple Commendation & Achievement Medals, 2001-2012
- USAF Gold Badge Recruiter, #1 Recruiter in Arizona & California, 2012
- AFRS Rookie of the Year, 2011
Security Clearance
Actively utilizing TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
Core Competencies
Program & Project Management, Strategic Planning & Execution, Organizational Leadership, Operations Management, Team Leadership & Development, Training & Mentoring, Recruitment & Retention, Employee Relations, Workflow Optimization, Continuous Process Improvement, Complex Problem-Solving, Advanced Conflict Resolution, Global Human Resource Management, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Customer Service Excellence
Timeline
Systems Engineering Technical Assistant (SETA)
Blue Sky Executive Consulting
01.2025 - Current
System Integrator
CACI International
01.2021 - 01.2025
M.S. - Management (Leadership concentration)
Strayer University
01.2020 - 01.2022
IT Change Manager
CACI International
01.2020 - 01.2021
B.S. - Human Resource Management
American Military University
01.2017 - 01.2019
Professional Manager Certification -
Community College of the Air Force
01.2017 - 01.2017
Program Manager
United States Air Force (USAF)
01.2017 - 01.2019
Senior Enlisted Joint PME -
USAF
01.2016 - 01.2016
Program Manager, C-130 Aircraft Parts Store
USAF
01.2014 - 01.2017
Human Resources Manager / Executive Advisor
USAF
01.2013 - 01.2014
AAS - Logistics
American Military University
01.2011 - 01.2011
NCO Academy Advanced Leadership Course -
USAF
01.2010 - 01.2010
USAF Recruiting, Sales & Marketing School -
USAF
01.2009 - 01.2009
USAF Enlisted Accessions Recruiter
USAF
01.2009 - 01.2013
AAS - Human Resources
Community College of the Air Force
01.2008 - 01.2010
Individual Protective Equipment / Body Armor Lead Supervisor
USAF
01.2008 - 01.2009
Airman Leadership School -
USAF
01.2000 - 01.2000