Tamara B.
About Tamara B.
Tamara B. serves as the Director of Enterprise Transformation and Data Management at Mathematica, where she has worked since 2020. With over 17 years of experience in program management and systems engineering, she has held various leadership roles in organizations such as WMATA, Lockheed Martin, and MITRE.
Current Role at Mathematica
Tamara B. serves as the Director of Enterprise Transformation and Data Management at Mathematica. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the organization's efforts in enhancing data management practices and facilitating enterprise transformation initiatives. Her role involves overseeing projects that align with Mathematica's mission to improve public policy and social programs through data-driven insights.
Previous Experience at WMATA
Tamara B. worked as the Director at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) for a period of nine months, from 2019 to 2020. In this role, she was responsible for leading initiatives aimed at improving transit services and operational efficiency within the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Background in Program Management at Lockheed Martin
Tamara B. has extensive experience in program management, having worked at Lockheed Martin in various capacities. She served as a Project Manager from 2004 to 2006 and later as a Systems Engineer/Project Manager from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, she was a Project Lead/Systems Engineer from 2001 to 2004. Her tenure at Lockheed Martin provided her with a solid foundation in systems engineering and project management.
Educational Qualifications
Tamara B. holds multiple degrees and certifications. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Operations Research and Engineering from Cornell University, followed by a Master of Engineering in Engineering Management/Systems Engineering from the same institution. She also completed a College Counseling Certificate at UCLA Extension and a Certificate in Organizational Change and Change Management from Georgetown University.
Expertise in Systems Modernization
Tamara B. possesses over 17 years of experience in program management and systems engineering, particularly within the Federal government contracting sector. She has significant expertise in systems modernization, focusing on the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and its Healthcare, IT, and Benefits sectors. Her ability to bridge the gap between IT and business stakeholders is notable, as she effectively translates technical concepts into actionable strategies.