Abby Smith
About Abby Smith
Abby Smith is a Project Manager with extensive experience in cloud services and project management across various organizations. She holds a Bachelor of Science in International Politics from George Mason University and has worked in roles ranging from Operations Manager to Business Manager.
Current Role at AIS
Abby Smith serves as a Project Manager at Applied Information Sciences (AIS) since 2022. In this role, she manages a portfolio of cloud services contracts across multiple Federal Agencies. She provides project management support to teams of engineers and service desk staff, particularly focusing on the M365 stack. Abby is also involved in business development efforts, assisting in capturing new work and recompeting existing contracts.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Prior to her current position, Abby Smith held several project management roles. She worked at Autodesk as a Technical Project Manager for six months in 2022. From 2019 to 2022, she served as Cloud Services Manager at Indigo IT LLC. Earlier, she was Operations and Project Manager at Prototype Production Inc from 2017 to 2018. Her diverse experience includes managing operations and projects across various sectors.
Educational Background
Abby Smith earned a Bachelor of Science in International Politics with a minor in Middle Eastern Studies from George Mason University, studying from 2008 to 2011. She also attended Abilene Christian University from 2006 to 2008, where she studied Political Science and Government. This educational foundation supports her work in project management and operations.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Abby Smith has developed expertise in cloud services, particularly with the M365 cloud stack, since its rollout. She acts as the Microsoft Teams Subject Matter Expert across all contracts, providing technical support, configuration, and administration. Her skills include managing teams, supporting business development, and navigating complex project requirements.
Career Progression and Roles
Abby Smith's career includes various roles that highlight her versatility. She worked as Business Manager at SalvageData Recovery Inc from 2012 to 2014 and as Administrative Manager and Mentorship Program Director at PEACE X PEACE from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she held positions such as Business Operations Manager at Capitol Presence and Director of Operations at TekMasters, showcasing her broad experience in operations and project management.