Shannon Key
About Shannon Key
Shannon Key is a FISMA and SharePoint Analyst currently working at Akima in Washington, D.C. She has extensive experience in compliance analysis, SharePoint support, and knowledge management, having held various roles in several organizations since 2008.
Work at Akima
Shannon Key has been employed at Akima as a FISMA & SharePoint Analyst since 2018. In this role, she ensures compliance with Section 508 standards for visual content on SharePoint sites. Shannon consolidates and analyzes FISMA reporting, identifying discrepancies and communicating findings to the FISMA Program Manager. She also collaborates with government team leads to interpret requirements and implement design enhancements. Her responsibilities include tracking SharePoint milestone dates and assessing risks for project evaluation and prioritization.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Shannon Key held several roles in the field of knowledge management and support. She worked at Buchanan & Edwards, Inc. as a SharePoint Customer Support Analyst for seven months in 2017. Shannon also served at Alion Science and Technology in various capacities, including Knowledge Management Analyst and FMS Program Analyst from 2014 to 2017, and as Control Program & Planning Analyst from 2008 to 2014. Additionally, she briefly worked as a Temporary Administrative Assistant at Curzon Staffing & Executive Search in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Shannon Key studied at the University of the District of Columbia, focusing on Biology for one year from 1994 to 1995. She also attended Defense Acquisition University, where she completed the ACQ 101 course in 2005. Her educational background supports her expertise in compliance, analysis, and project management within the federal sector.
Compliance and Cybersecurity Frameworks
In her role at Akima, Shannon Key establishes and maintains policies, standards, and processes aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. She ensures that all SharePoint content meets compliance standards, including grammar, graphics, and URL requirements. Her work emphasizes the importance of 508 compliance, ensuring accessibility for all users.