Poonam Sharma
About Poonam Sharma
Poonam Sharma is an Information Technology Security Manager with extensive experience in various security roles across multiple organizations, including the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. She specializes in application source code analysis and the Assessment and Accreditation Process, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities and a balanced approach to project management.
Current Role at DLH Corporation
Poonam Sharma serves as the Information Technology Security Manager at DLH Corporation, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the security of information technology systems, ensuring compliance with security standards, and managing risk assessments. Her expertise in IT security allows her to effectively balance business requirements with technical needs, contributing to the successful completion of projects.
Previous Experience at The National Institutes of Health
Poonam Sharma worked at The National Institutes of Health (NIH) in various capacities. From 2016 to 2019, she served as a Senior Information Technology Security Specialist, focusing on Authorization and Accreditation as the ISSO and SCA. She continued her tenure at NIH from 2019 to 2020 as a Senior Information Technology Security Specialist, serving as a Subject Matter Expert for the NIAID Cyber Security Program. Her roles involved critical security assessments and compliance measures.
Experience at U.S. International Development Finance Corporation
From 2020 to 2021, Poonam Sharma held the position of Information Technology Security Project Manager at the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. In this role, she managed IT security projects, ensuring that security protocols were effectively implemented and maintained. Her work contributed to the organization's overall security posture during her tenure.
Educational Background in Environmental Sciences
Poonam Sharma studied at HPU Shimla, India, where she earned a Master of Environmental Sciences from 1998 to 2000. Her academic background includes a focus on Remote Sensing and Computer Sciences, providing her with a solid foundation in both environmental and technological disciplines.
Expertise in Information Technology Security
Poonam Sharma possesses extensive expertise in application source code analysis and the complete Assessment and Accreditation Process (A&A). Her experience spans various roles in IT security, including positions as an Information Security Analyst and Senior Security Control Assessor. She is recognized for her ability to multitask effectively and lead projects to successful completion while managing both technical and business aspects.