Akilah Batiste

About Akilah Batiste

As a solutions-focused technical leader, I bring comprehensive experience steering the design, development, and implementation of complex multimillion dollar projects, driving optimization and cost efficiency in network operations. My background encompasses supporting government organizations and Fortune 500 global leaders from across multiple industries including, financial services, utilities, oil & gas, communication, and high-tech. I define innovative solutions that drive increased productivity through technical oversight of network implementations and assessments including wireless, MPLS and Network Operation Centers. My strengths include formulating and implementing custom network management systems as well as managing off the shelf systems. Additionally, I drive the development of policies and procedures pertaining to network tooling and systems.By effectively gathering requirements and defining solutions, I ensure full alignment with business needs and objectives along with ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and industry best practices. I build and lead teams through all phases of the project life cycle including SDLC and Agile methodology. I am also adept at fostering close and highly collaborative partnerships with internal, interdepartmental and external teams and individuals, facilitating effective communication that ensures the delivery of projects on time, within budget and to the highest of standards. Areas of Expertise ⇨ Network & Telecom Systems⇨ System Customization⇨ Software Defined Networks (SDN) ⇨ Configuration Management⇨ Fault & Performance Management⇨ Inventory Management⇨ Network Operations Center ⇨ Project Management⇨ Policy & Procedure Development⇨ Development & Testing⇨ Systems Analysis

Experience

1. Principal Program Manager

   Baker Hughes

   Apr 2022 — Present

Education

• Texas A&M University

  Bachelor's degree

  2000 — 2004