Alexandria Haddad
About Alexandria Haddad
Alexandria Haddad is the Principal Member of Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories, specializing in cyber security, risk, and energy security.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Alexandria Haddad holds the position of Principal Member of Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She has been in this role since 2019 and is responsible for leading several technical and scientific projects. Her work includes focusing on key areas such as cybersecurity, risk management, and energy security. She actively engages in soliciting additional funding for various initiatives, showcasing her proficiency in resource acquisition and financial management. Her role also involves developing policies and overseeing business operations for different teams and projects.
Career Progression at Sandia National Laboratories
Alexandria Haddad has had a diverse career at Sandia National Laboratories, starting as a SIP Technical Year-Round Intern in 2014. She then moved through various roles including Configuration Manager (2014-2015), Science & Engineering Project Manager (2015-2016), Senior Technical Program Manager (2016-2018), and Senior Member of Technical Staff (2018-2019). Her journey highlights her ability to take on increasing responsibilities and complex projects within the organization. Each position helped her develop more skills and contribute effectively to the lab's mission.
Educational Background
Alexandria Haddad completed her education at The University of New Mexico. She earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Engineering, finishing her studies in 2014. Later, she pursued an MBA at The University of New Mexico's Robert O. Anderson School of Management, which she completed in 2016. Her educational background provided a robust foundation that allowed her to combine technical knowledge with strong business acumen, which aids in her current leadership roles.
Professional Experience in Various Industries
Beyond her work at Sandia National Laboratories, Alexandria Haddad has accumulated extensive experience in various industries. She co-founded Ground State and served as Vice President from 2013 to 2014. She also worked as a Project Manager at the University of New Mexico’s School of Engineering and held teaching assistant roles. Additionally, she has experience as a Marketing Coordinator and Product Manager with Aspen Avionics and as a Senior Technical Writer with Boeing. Her diverse employment history showcases her adaptability and comprehensive skill set across different domains.
Project Management and Leadership
Alexandria Haddad demonstrates strong project management and leadership skills throughout her career. She leads teams using agile and DevOps methodologies, coordinating engineers and scientists to achieve project goals. Her strategic role involves interacting with various stakeholders, including project partners, customers, sponsors, and suppliers. This approach ensures the integration and success of the projects she oversees. Her ability to develop policies and manage business operations is indicative of her pivotal role in organizational governance.