Karen Phumisithikul

About Karen Phumisithikul

My work centers on data storytelling and intelligent systems design, helping stakeholders understand what the data says and why it matters. I’ve led projects combining predictive modeling, anomaly detection, and cloud-native deployment to support federal compliance, space operations, and defense systems missions. Whether it’s automating tedious workflows or enabling real-time dashboards, I focus on making data work for people, turning insights into action.Skills: Data science & Analytics: Model design, forecasting, anomaly detection, explainable AI🧠 AI integration & Automation: Applied ML, RPA, low-code platforms Data Storytelling: Interactive visualizations, stakeholder alignment, insight delivery System Design & Architecture: Scalable pipelines, AWS, GitHub Actions, Docker🤝 Cross-Functional Leadership: Agile delivery, strategic consulting, EoA authorship

Experience

1. Lead Technologist - Data Scientist

   Booz Allen Hamilton

   Sep 2023 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Designed and deployed AI/ML models for predictive analytics, anomaly detection, and intelligent automation, leveraging Python, Power Automate, Docker, and low-code tools to achieve up to 30% process efficiency gains and 24% improvement in forecasting accuracy across mission-critical domains, including space ops and audit compliance Architected data science and MLOps solutions by integrating scalable data pipelines, cloud-native technologies (AWS, GitHub actions), and AI-powered analytics, enabling real-time decision support, automated workflows, and intelligent systems for mission-critical defense and federal applicationsCo-authored white papers and Evaluation of Alternatives (EoA) studies, providing thought leadership in applied AI strategy, AI-driven automation, and digital modernization; led cross-functional Agile teams, served as Scrum Master, and delivered strategic artifacts aligning with federal procurement standards

Education

• Virginia Commonwealth University

  Master’s Degree, Physics

  2013

• Virginia Commonwealth University

  Bachelor's Degree, Physics and Applied Physics & General Science

  2008 — 2013

Skills

• Research
• Physics
• Data Analysis
• Public Speaking
• Strategic Planning
• Microsoft Office
• Kelvin Probe
• Kaleidagraph
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Teaching
• Matlab
• Mathematica
• Nanotechnology
• Science
• Customer Service
• Training
• Mathtype
• Maple
• Optical Cryostat
• Field Recording
• Communication
• Community Engagement
• Life Skills
• Time Management
• Analytical Skills
• Laboratory Skills
• Mathematics
• Tutoring
• Mentoring
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving