Eileen A. Mc Allister, Msit, Pmp
About Eileen A. Mc Allister, Msit, Pmp
Eileen A. McAllister is a Project Manager with extensive experience in information technology and project management. She has held roles at organizations such as TEGNA, NSA, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and holds both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Information Technology with a specialization in Cybersecurity.
Current Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Eileen A. Mc Allister has been serving as a Project Manager at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2018. In this role, she manages various projects and initiatives within the laboratory, contributing to its mission of advancing scientific research and technology. Her experience in project management supports the laboratory's objectives and enhances operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at TEGNA
Before her current position, Eileen worked at TEGNA as a Project Manager and Scrum Master from 2017 to 2018. During her 11-month tenure in Knoxville, TN, she focused on managing projects and facilitating agile processes, which contributed to the organization's project delivery and team collaboration.
Education and Expertise in Information Technology
Eileen holds a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology with a specialization in Cybersecurity from Capella University, which she completed from 2010 to 2012. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Information Systems and Technology Management, also with a Cybersecurity specialization, from Capella University between 2012 and 2014. Additionally, she completed core courses at the University of Michigan-Dearborn from 1987 to 1988.
Career Background in Information Services
Eileen's career includes significant roles in information services. She worked at the National Security Agency (NSA) as the Manager of Information Services from 2007 to 2011. Prior to that, she served as a Technical Support Consultant at MySchoolStreams LLC from 2007 to 2009 and as an IT Project Manager at Regal Entertainment Group from 2011 to 2016. Her diverse experiences have equipped her with a broad skill set in project management and technical support.
Professional Certification and Skills
Eileen is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), which underscores her expertise in project management methodologies and practices. Her background in cybersecurity and information technology complements her project management skills, allowing her to effectively lead projects in technical environments.