Carina Garringer
About Carina Garringer
Carina Garringer is a Senior Project Manager at Applied Information Sciences (AIS) in Reston, Virginia, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in project management, particularly within the Department of Justice, and holds several professional certifications.
Work at AIS
Carina Garringer has been serving as a Senior Project Manager at Applied Information Sciences (AIS) since 2021. In this role, she manages a team of six individuals and oversees the Department of Justice (DOJ) SharePoint presence under the Justice Management Division/Office of the Chief Information Officer (JMD/OCIO). Her responsibilities include utilizing agile methodology to produce SharePoint customizations for customers and ensuring effective communication with senior-level management. Prior to her current position, she worked at AIS as a Project Manager from 2019 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Carina Garringer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems from Salisbury University, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She holds several professional certifications, including Project Management Professional (PMP), ITIL v3, and HDI-DST. Her educational background and certifications contribute to her expertise in project management and IT service management.
Background
Carina Garringer has a diverse work history that includes various roles in project management and customer service. Before joining AIS, she worked at Phacil, Inc. as a Project Manager from 2016 to 2019 and held multiple positions at Outback Steakhouse, including Office Manager Assistant/Head Trainer and Unit Marketing Coordinator. Her early career also included a role as a Receptionist at 1 Source, Inc. and experience in marketing coordination at Outback Steakhouse.
Achievements
In her current role at AIS, Carina Garringer manages a team that supports over 20,000 users, demonstrating her leadership capabilities. She emphasizes proper execution, efficiency, and customer service within her team. Carina has developed strong relationships with stakeholders and customers, showcasing her outstanding communication skills. Her proficiency in SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suite applications enhances her ability to deliver effective solutions.