Hernan Pena

Active DOD Final Secret Security clearance
•Bachelor’s degree in business project management
•11+ Years experience supporting U.S. Government contracts and customers
Shipboard Systems
•Demonstrated expertise in subcontract management, coordinating with subcontractors and ensuring deliverables align with the scope of work.
•Experience with design and development of shipboard systems
Proven Financial, Schedule, Subcontract Management:
•Successfully managed financial aspects of the C5ISC C2PL Group contract, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints.
•Implemented effective schedule management strategies, consistently meeting task completion deadlines within the established timeframe.
•Demonstrated expertise in subcontract management, coordinating with subcontractors and ensuring deliverables align with the scope of work.
Technical Performance and Execution:
•Recommended and coordinated the development, enhancement, and maintenance of business systems and processes, showcasing technical proficiency.
•Oversaw the development of project plans, milestones, status reports, and other deliverables, ensuring quality and adherence to planned timelines.
•Led a team of specialists in project configuration management, contract acquisitions, executive administration, SharePoint & CG Teams administration, and project management support, both on-site and remotely.
•Experience in the management of Government Property/Material, including the management of Contractor Acquired Property (CAP)
SELC (Systems Engineering Life Cycle) Support:
•Provided comprehensive support through all SELC phases, updating, and maintaining all SELC project documentation.
•Assisted Government Project Managers in developing and resourcing multiple Project Management Plans, utilizing approved Enterprise Project Management systems.
Research and Analysis:
•Conducted studies, research, and analysis as required by the customer to assist in programmatic decisions and provide data for end-of-year performance reports.
Customer Communication and Project Briefings:
•Managed customer communication, creating and presenting project briefings, reports, and summary statistics as needed.
•Supported Government Project Managers in developing staff, command, and flag-level briefs.
Risk Management and Documentation:
•Identified, documented, and managed project risks, issues, and supporting documentation.
•Served as an On-Site Installation Coordinator, contributing to risk assessment and mitigation strategies.

Project Leadership
- Acts as principal authority on task order performance
- Maintains project continuity through Alternate Key Person designation
- Forms and leads acquisition project teams
- Defines project requirements through market research
- Develops acquisition strategies aligned with government needs

Technical Management
- Oversees C5I system acquisitions throughout lifecycle:
- Design, development, and deployment
- Analysis and evaluation
- Operation and maintenance
- System improvements and decommissioning
- Manages implementations for shore-based and maritime assets
- Collaborates with C5ISC Product Line Managers and Division representatives

Documentation & Compliance
- Creates and maintains PWS documentation
- Develops acquisition planning materials and solicitations
- Ensures compliance with FAR, DHS HSAM, and USCG procedures
- Produces evaluation reports and project briefs
- Follows C5ISC acquisition guides and processes

Communication
- Demonstrates strong English communication skills
- Manages stakeholder relationships
- Delivers clear project updates and documentation
- Coordinates between government representatives and team members

Skills
- Expert knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and procedures
- Strong project management and leadership capabilities
- Excellence in written and verbal communication
- Comprehensive understanding of C5I systems and their lifecycle management
- Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and complex technical requirements

Strayer University

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Project Management 2013 - 2016

Skills: Microsoft Excel · Microsoft Project · Project Management · Project Planning · Software Project Management · Project Coordination · Project Leadership