Deborah May
About Deborah May
Deborah May serves as the Deputy Program Manager for Engineering and Analytics for Government Clients at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2015. She specializes in developing disruptive technologies in machine learning and cyber security, while also leading the creation of innovative computing architectures for government clients.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Deborah May has been serving as the Deputy Program Manager for Engineering and Analytics for Government Clients at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2015. In this role, she focuses on incubating disruptive technologies in machine learning and cyber security. Prior to her current position, she held various roles at the laboratory, including Engineering Director of Industry Relations from 2011 to 2015, and Sr. Program Development Manager at the High Performance Computing Innovation Center from 2014 to 2015. Her extensive experience at Lawrence Livermore spans over two decades, contributing to her expertise in developing strategies for future technology and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Education and Expertise
Deborah May holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Davis, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Engineering from The University of Texas at Arlington, completing her studies from 1995 to 1998. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in technology development, particularly in machine learning and cyber security.
Background
Deborah May began her career at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in 1998 as an Associate Program Leader (Product Portfolio Manager) in Network & Information Security, a position she held for 13 years. She then transitioned to the role of Group Leader from 2002 to 2008. Her career trajectory at the laboratory reflects her commitment to advancing technology and her ability to lead teams in various capacities.
Achievements
In her current role as Deputy Program Manager, Deborah May leads the development of novel computing architectures tailored for government clients. She is responsible for developing strategies that enhance future technology development and improve customer engagements. Her focus on performance metric evaluation ensures high levels of customer satisfaction, demonstrating her effectiveness in managing complex projects.