Carleen Akeem
About Carleen Akeem
Carleen Akeem serves as the IT Program/Workforce Manager at the National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2016. She holds multiple certifications and degrees in Computer Science and Information Systems, demonstrating her expertise in IT and commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Carleen Akeem has been employed at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2006. She currently serves as the IT Program/Workforce Manager in the Office of the Chief Information Officer, a position she has held since 2016. Prior to this role, she worked as an Information Technology Specialist and Team Lead in the Service Management Office. Her tenure at NIH spans over 18 years, during which she has contributed to various IT initiatives and service management processes.
Education and Expertise
Carleen Akeem holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Information Systems from the University of the District of Columbia, which she completed from 1982 to 1987. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Computer Science and Information Systems from American University between 1997 and 1999. Additionally, she completed the Senior Leadership Program at the University of Maryland College Park in 2012, enhancing her leadership skills.
Certifications and Professional Skills
Carleen Akeem possesses several professional certifications that highlight her expertise in IT and project management. She holds a FAC-P/PM Level II certification, which is a Federal Acquisition Certification for Program and Project Managers. She is also certified as an ITIL Professional, indicating her proficiency in IT service management. Furthermore, she has a FAC-COR II certification, which is a Federal Acquisition Certification for Contracting Officer's Representatives. Her skills also include a focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), reflecting her commitment to fostering inclusive practices.
Previous Roles at National Institutes of Health
Before her current role, Carleen Akeem worked at the National Institutes of Health as an IT Specialist and DCSS Service Level Manager from 2009 to 2014. In this capacity, she was responsible for managing service levels and ensuring the effective delivery of IT services within the organization. Her experience in various roles at NIH has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of IT operations and management.