ALYSSA CATALANELLO
@alyssacatalanello
Experienced Chief of Staff and Program Manager driving strategic initiatives.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated professional with extensive experience in program and project management, currently serving as an Enterprise Security Program Manager at Homeland Security. My role involves leading strategic security initiatives to enhance statewide cybersecurity and protect critical infrastructure. I excel in managing cross-agency collaboration and stakeholder alignment, ensuring compliance and driving program success. My efforts have resulted in improved statewide security ratings and streamlined decision-making processes, reducing project timelines by 15%.
In addition to my current position, I have served as Chief of Staff at TM Cloud, where I strategized with executives to align operations with business goals for a web-based subscription application. I guided the migration to a scalable cloud architecture, significantly reducing operational costs and improving stakeholder satisfaction. My experience as an Independent Consultant has allowed me to deliver end-to-end project management services across various industries, focusing on risk management and process improvement.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and strategic planning, leading multi-disciplinary teams to exceed client expectations. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to drive organizational improvements and contribute to impactful projects.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Enterprise Security Program Manager
State of Arizona via Sunsoft Online
Sep 2023 - Present (2 years)
Lead strategic security initiatives to protect critical infrastructure and enhance statewide cybersecurity posture. Manage cross-agency collaboration and stakeholder alignment to drive program success while ensuring adherence to compliance standards.
Chief of Staff
TM Cloud
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Strategize alongside executives to align operations with both short- and long-term business goals for a web-based subscription application. Drive technology modernization, operational improvement, and regulatory compliance to support a successful business exit.
Project Management Generalist
Independent Consultant
Jan 2008 - Jan 2025 (17 years)
Delivered end-to-end project management services across industries, focusing on startups and enterprises. Specialized in risk management, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement to ensure project success.
SDLC Project Manager
Parchment via Compri Consulting
Apr 2021 - Feb 2023 (1 year 10 months)
Unified technology platforms into a modern SaaS architecture, enabling seamless service delivery and supporting the company’s scalable growth objectives. Directed cross-functional teams through all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Project Manager, New Product Introduction
Airbnb via Pro Unlimited
Sep 2019 - May 2020 (8 months)
Launched profitable service and product offerings in distributed markets. Established and improved quality and safety standards for a leading home-sharing platform.
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