1. AMIRA SALEH
7524 Jervis St., Springfield, VA 22151  amira@pcge.net  (703)333-2000 
http://www.linkedin.com/in/amiraasaleh
IT SECURITY, ARCHITECT & STRATEGIST
STRATEGIC PLANNING  OPERATIONS  NETWORK DESIGN, IMPLEMENTATION, SECURITY & MANAGEMENT 
IT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT  IT STRATEGIC PLANNING  IT GOVERNANCE  IT PROGRAM & BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT SUPPORT  WEB APPLICATIONS UI/UX DESIGN  INFORMATION ASSURANCE  TRAINING
Accomplished IT Strategist with experience in IT Architecture, network management, design, and security with business
acumen in operations, P&L,consulting, and marketing to both start-up and growth organizations in the private sector and
for government clients. Results oriented, decisive leader with success in new market identification and strategic
positioning for multimillion-dollar telecommunications and computer organizations. Highly intelligent and driven with
proven track record of increasing sales and growing bottom line using industry best practices, innovative use of tools,
excellent team building skills, and creativity while spearheading operational improvements to drive productivity and
reduce costs. Excels in dynamic, demanding environments working on multiple projects at once. Manages time and tasks
efficiently while remaining practical, logical and focused. Skilled in research and educating others on trending
technologies, methods and opportunities. Excels in writing and communication: authoring client deliverables, strategy
documents, presentations and whitepapers and interacting with clients on a variety of support issues. Expertise in
conducting research and data analysis for strategic consulting projects to support the teams’ analysis and conclusions.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Compassionate Leadership
Building Strategic Alliances
Expertise in IT Data Assurance
Network & Cloud Architecture
IT Program Support
Security Planning & Support
IT Capital Planning
Front End and UX Design
Market Planning
Scientific Problem Solving
Hardware & Software Mastery
Communications & Outreach
Web Application Graphic Design
Technical Solutions Advisor
Online Media Strategist
Diplomacy/Cultural Awareness
Technical Writing & Teaching
Research & Data Analysis
EDUCATION
George Mason University,Fairfax, VA
Master's Degree - (Graduated 01/1994) - Major: Biology (Molecular, Microbial Cellular Biology Program)
GPA: 3.516 of a maximum 4.0 Honors: Cum Laude
Received full stipend Graduate Research Assistantship to work with Dr. Todd W. Thorslund, Sc.D. of the Computational
Sciences and Informatics Department for work in Carcinogen Risk Assessment.
George Mason University Fairfax,VA
Bachelor's Degree – (Graduated 05/1990) - Major: Biology - GPA: 3.12 of a maximum 4.0
Pursued advanced course work in mathematics, university physics and statistics.
Thomas Jefferson High School Alexandria,VA - Graduated High School Diploma – (06/1986)
GPA: 3.9 of a maximum 4.0 Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Graduated 12th out of 300 students with advanced coursework in Math, Science, English, Government and French. Was
ranked one of the top athletes in track in field in the state of Virginia; competed at the National Level.

2. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND CE COURSEWORK
 ITIL® Foundation, Intellectual Point Preparatory Course,November 26-27, 2016 – Certified 11-29-2016
 CompTIA Security+ , Intellectual Point, Preparatory Course - October 23 – 30, 2016 – Coursework Completed
 CompTIA Cloud+, Intellectual Point, Preparatory Course, November 19-20, 2016 – Coursework Complete
 Microsoft Certified Professional – License Number 1599076 – August 1999 Certified
 Principles of Accounting 211, Northern Virginia Community College - Annandale, VA. 2007.
 Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Program - Coursework and training at NetCert - Springfield VA. 1999.
 Administering Novell Netware 4.1,Northern Virginia Community College – Annandale, VA 1998
 Adobe Photoshop Workshop. Adobe Conference - Baltimore Maryland. 1999.
 ICSA Web Certification Partner Program Technical Training. ICSA. Hershey,Pennsylvania. 1998
 Introductory UNIX. Northern Virginia Community College, Woodbridge, VA. 1998.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PCGE LC, Springfield, Virginia
Technology Advisor: IT Architect, Strategy, Management and Web Development – (09/1994 – Present)
 Trusted to advise small to mid size area metro DC area businesses, government and consumers strategize, architect
and secure their computing infrastructure. Consulted and assisted clients in retail, newspaper,government
contracting and telecom businesses, improve their internal data networking, stream line communications and
achieve their information technology company wide goals.
 As a technical advisor, skilled in evaluating current and future technologies and leading purchase planning to
support both short and long-term IT initiatives. 22 years of experience with IT strategy and design disciplines,
including IT capital planning, IT portfolio management and IT project management
 A clear and direct project manager, skilled in: cultivating excellent client, vendor and employee relationships; and
communicating effectively across the organization to build focused and productive teams. Managed simultaneous
multiple projects with clear focus and excellent communication. Regularly provides project leads with status
updates and availability.
 Consistently delivered high quality creative ideas, designs and strategy for marketing company products and service
solutions, effective presentations using trade show, digital, online, email, phone and traditional mail piece
marketing.
 Attached is list of representative projects and more included on http://www.linkedin/in/amiraasaleh summarized:
Network and Systems Security
Research and Development
Cost Benefits Analysis
Policy Planning / Implementation
Data Integrity / Disaster Recovery
Risk Assessment / Impact Analysis
Virtualization & Cloud Technologies
Technical Specifications Development
Team and Project Leadership
Manager ofNetwork Servicesand Business Network Sales Consultant - (01/1999 - 07/1999)
Erol’s TV& PC, 5232 Port Royal Rd, North Springfield, VA 22151 United States
Developed key strategic partnerships with vendors and led effective teams to build brand new Network Services and
Business Sales Division from the ground up. Using creativity and knowledge of the PC business and consumer
marketplace conceptualized and marketed the first $499 desktop computer ever advertised nationwide to consumers,
government and area businesses. Erol's TV & PC was recognized by severalcomputer magazines for this industry game
changer as a leader and other PC manufacturers such as Dell soon followed. Assembled and managed a top notch team of
network and system installers. Streamlined sales process to include organizational site surveys and created custom

3. maintenance solutions. Consulted, designed, installed and maintained network solutions for area small to mid-size
businesses based primarily on Microsoft products to include wiring and internet access solutions, networked printing and
fax solutions and Point of Sale systems and telecom solutions. Conducted onsite and phone consultations to assess client
needs. Developed all advertising materials to market for Network and Business Sales and Services to include data mining,
email, print and online delivery. Migrated and integrated networks from HP/UXand Novell Netware to Windows.
Maintained corporate web server and website and mined data from corporate POS database for marketing department
which increased sales from renewalmaintenance contracts and boosted corporate revenue.
Systems Analyst - Networking and INFOSEC Division (04/1996 - 10/1998)
Geologics Corporation, 5285 Shawnee Road, Suite 300, Alexandria, VA 22312
As systems analyst and network administrator, helped architect Geologics first windows server based network and helped
the company improve data communications that contributed the company’s 200% growth each year. Efficiently managed
the company's Novell and NT network, website, corporate e-mail and firewall. Provided contract, proposal and project
management support, and designed marketing materials for various divisions. Configured and setup NT File and
Exchange (Mail) Servers. Added ISDN internet access throughout the LAN using ASCEND and CISCO routers,hubs and
wired with CAT5 cable. Maintained Application Servers: Accounting application server,FTP/Web Server,DHCP
Server/Exchange Server, File Server, firewall and was responsible for file integrity: securing files, anti-virus protection
and data backup. Maintained records of licensing and hardware/software manuals; purchased and installed new hardware
and software. Was instrumental in the smooth migration of users from Novell and Windows for Workgroup network to
Windows NT Server with Windows 95 and NT Workstation. Provided help desk support and instructed users on the use
of software programs and the use of computers. Created IDEF0 Charts for proposals, edited and created technical
documents for a variety of projects.
 Project Support: USDA AMS Network Security Tools Installation Support: Prepared technical section of the project's
proposal including the list of deliverables. Prepared technicalbriefing on CMDS,ISS and Autosecure SSO to USDA
AMS Directors, network engineers and USDA CIOs. Contributed to the proposed firewall configuration, location and
hardware recommendations. Reviewed and edited "Security Features User's Guide for NT Workstation for USDA
AMS Network Users."
 Project Management Support: E2C Mission Computer Upgrade Program, Naval Air Warfare Center NAWC,Pax
River, Maryland. Responsible for the procurement of $500K of equipment for E2C Mission Computer Upgrade
Program for Naval Air Warfare Center,Pax River, Maryland. Created a standardized ordering system and streamlined
the process to procure future equipment. Established new vendors for Geologics. Effectively negotiated previously
contracted pricing with vendors to obtain additional revenue of $32,000 for the project. Tracked delivery, costs and
submitted DD250s. Maintained timely contact with customers, supervisors and DFAS.
 Project Management Support: PracticalSecurity '97: An Information Systems Security Training Program.
Williamsburg, VA. Received award of Recognition from USDA having provided exceptional service in the
administration and technical support of the information security training program goals. Programmed conference
event tracking database to manage: attendees,speakers,vendors, marketing and payments. Acted as the central
contact point and resource for attendees,speakers and vendors. Designed marketing materials and training program
certificate. Prepared attendee educational materials, negotiating with hotel and equipment vendors to obtaining A/V
equipment, and managed the "information desk." Generated cold calling list of potential attendees to market: pulling
contacts from Yellow Books, and importing into access database format. Designed all signage for the conference.
Designed and built web site/ftp site for post-conference educational information dissemination. Received an award
from USDA for my contribution to the USDA Information Security Program.
 Project Support: PracticalSecurity '98: An Information Systems Security Training Program. Richmond, VA:
Designed and maintained website for the training program. Developed an Exhibitor Information Kit and Contract.
Developed a Speaker Information Kit and Contract. Designed a logo for the conference. Converted contact lists from
one database to Outlook 98 for email distribution. Identified project needs and consulted to lead programmer for

4. development of a new conference tracking database built upon last year's model. Participated in marketing to vendors
and in soliciting speakers. Provided support in course selection, content and schedule of the training program.
Graduate Research Assistant - Carcinogen Risk Assessment - (01/1991 - 12/1994)
George Mason University
Department of Computational Sciences and Informatics, 4400 University Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030
Received Graduate Research Assistantship to work with Dr. Todd W. Thorslund, ScD. on Carcinogen
Risk Assessment evaluating environmental agents such as found in aluminum reduction plant emissions,
benzene and second hand cigarette smoking. Estimated parameters in dose response models using human
epidemiology data and animal toxicity data in order to assess cancer risks associated with specific environmental
agents. Information resulting from this work was used in establishing national guidelines of safe exposure levels
to those specific agents. Provided analytical computer support through programming in SigmaPlot, MathCAD
and Lotus 1-2-3 and summarizing data in graphs and tables. Reviewed literature using Medline and CancerLine
on-line databases,edited and integrated information into final reports, papers and presentations using
WordPerfect and SigmaPlot.
Graduate Research Assistant - Coal Solubilizing Agents, (06/1993 - 01/1994)
George Mason University, Department of Biology, 4400 University Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030
Research Assistant to Albert T. Torzilli, Ph.D.,Coal Solubilizing Agents. The research focused on isolating fungal and
bacterial products which solubilize coal. Assisted with chemical extractions, freeze drying samples, ion-exchange
chromatography, osmometry, refractive index measurement, coal solubility assay,spectrophotometric analyses. Analyzed
data and summarized results in tables and graphs using primarily SigmaPlot and prepared report drafts.
Graduate Research Assistant - Physical and Biochemical Characterization ofNovel Marine Bacterium – (02/1992 -
06/1993)
George Mason University, Department of Biology, 4400 University Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030
As Graduate Research Assistant to Dr. George Andrykovitch, researched and developed protocols
that determined the physical and biochemical characterization of a novel marine bacterium. Performed ultrastructural
examinations (transmission and scanning electron microscopy) of the exopolysaccharide (EPS) production capabilities of
the organism and the biofilm mode of growth. Prepared a paper on the results of my work. Reviewed the literature,
prepared growth media and maintained stock cultures. Isolated the EPS,developed a procedure for its purification and
prepared sugar standards for future analyses on the HPLC. Analyzed the data and summarized the results using Lotus 1-2-
3 and SigmaPlot software.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Languages: Elementary French,Polish and Arabic
Networking: LAN / WAN Administration, VPN,TCP/IP,Novell, SMS/SQL, 100BaseT Ethernet, SecureID,Cisco
Routers & Switches, Juniper Switches, VoIP, Firewalls (Cisco, Sonicwall, Juniper, Fortinet), Routers, PBX, Switches
(data), Wiring and termination: CAT 5E, CAT 6, Telco 66 Block, Phone Installation and programming.
Platforms: Microsoft Operating and Network Systems(Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000 Professional, NT 4.0, 95/98,
3.1, Server 2008, Server 2003, Server 2000 families, Active Directory, SharePoint, Web Server), Apache Web Server,
Centos 5, Centos 6, Red Hat Enterprise Line 4 & 5, Linux, HP/UXNovell Netware 4.1 and Apple Mac
Software Programs: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat); Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel,
Access,PowerPoint)

5. Hardware: Custom system and server builds, RAID configuration, BIOS configuration, POS systems, troubleshooting
motherboards, laptops, desktops, cellphones and tablets
HTML Editing:Java,CGI, HTML/HTML5, JavaScript, PHP, CSS, Dreamweaver,Netobjects Fusion, Microsoft
FrontPage, Drumbeat 2000
Communications: MS Outlook, Exchange Server,MS Mail, MS Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome,
Opera,WinFax, ProComm
Accounting and Tax Software: QuickBooks Pro Advisor, Intuit Proseries Tax Software,Intuit Turbo Tax, Microsoft
Point of Sale, QuickBooks Point of Sale, Microsoft Accounting, Peachtree Accounting, DELTEK System 1
Statistical, Database and Spreadsheet: MS Access,MS Excel, SigmaPlot, SigmaStat, Lotus 1-2-3, MathCAD,
Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Miva Merchant MivaSQL
Word Processing, Desktop Publishing and Presentation software: MS Word, Corel WordPerfect,Quark Xpress,MS
Publisher, FrameMaker and PageMaker, Presentations: MS PowerPoint
Digital Image Editing and Graphic Design: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat,Corel Draw,Visio
Technical
Utilities: Sophos, Webroot, Symantec, Trendmicro, McAfee Virus Scan and HP Jet Admin Software,Visio Technical,
Adobe Acrobat,Malwarebytes, Norton, MS PowerShell, N-Able, Citrix, AutoDesk QTO,Symantec Endpoint Protection,
ESET, Command Workstation, VMware,MS Hyper-V, LogMeIn, UltraVNC,Microsoft Office Suite, Access,MS Project
Laboratory: Preparation of biologic materials for ultrastructural studies (SEM, TEM), maintaining cultures, DNA prep,
HPLC,micro pipetting, growing cultures, PCR,working with radionucleotides, restriction enzyme digests, DNA ligation
reactions, Western Blot, Gel purification, plasmid purification, the ELISA Method, BacterialTransformation:
Electroporation & Heat Shock methods, Separating proteins with SDS-Page,DNA Gel electrophoresis, molecular
cloning, passaging Cells, thin sectioning
AWARDS
Awarded Full Stipend for Graduate Work in Molecular Biology with Todd W. Thorslund, Sc.D. On Biologically-
Based Mathematical Modeling of Carcinogen Risk.
Dean's List in Undergraduate School.
Certificate: United States Department of Agriculture Certificate of Appreciation Awarded to Amira Saleh, Geologics
Corporation. "In recognition of your outstanding contribution and effort in support of the USDA Information Systems
Security Program. Your Dedication, diligence and service in support of the "Practical Security for Sensitive Systems"
Security Awareness Seminar,October 27-31, 1997 in Williamsburg, Virginia was invaluable. Without your unselfish
devotion and dedication to all aspects of the seminar it would not have been such a success."signed William R. Gant,
USDA Information Systems Security Program Manager,Office of the Chief Information Officer Dated: November 13,
1997.
PRESENTATIONS
Presented Seminars on "Biofilm-Associated Infection", "Bacterial Magnetosomes" and "DNA Tumor Viruses: Hepatitis B
Virus", George Mason University.
VOLUNTEER WORK
INOVA Health System - Hospital Auxiliary Lifetime Volunteer - From 1990 – Present
Be The Match by National MarrowDonor Program - Organized GMU's 1st Bone Marrow Drive -2001
N. Springfield Elementary School, Fairfax County Public Schools - Volunteer Computer Teacher - 2009
IRS - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Programs 2013

6. REPRESENTATIVE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROJECTS
 BelmontTV.com – Consumer Electronics Retailer - created successfulonline store database driven ecommerce
website - www.belmonttv.com - responsible for maintaining the RHEL5 server,Cisco PIX firewall and all web
design and company e-mail and data backups, designed marketing e-newsletters
 Belmont TVArlington, Laurel and Wheaton stores - Consumer Electronics Retailer - migrated from
Novell/Dos network and DOS POS on BNC network cable to windows network. Installed new CAT5E wiring and
HP workstations with new Microsoft Point of Sale 2.0. Installed Sonicwall firewalls and offsite and onsite backup
systems, port data from old DOS POS to Microsoft Access and Excel.
 Erol's TV& PC - Consumer Electronics Retailer - created custom online store web application based on active
server pages and Microsoft access database,built web server on Intel server products and Windows 2000 server,
Prepared advertising for print in the Washington Post Newspaper and online, created e-newsletters
 Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC.GOV) - Created custom web application for online conference
registration tracking system using Active server pages and Microsoft Access database
 Rockey & Rockwell Advertising – Marketing and PR Firm - Provided network and computer support. Designed
rockeyrockwell.com and maintained web server and email. Provided help desk support.
 The Georgetowner Newspaper – Journalist - Installed new Windows Server network and Apple Macintosh
network and Merlin phone system. Installed the phone and network wiring inside old Georgetown building.
Installed Sonicwall firewall and network printing. Trained employees on windows network system and new phone
system. Provided system maintenance and help desk support.
 Federal Management Partners – Government Contractor - Provided network, system and firewall maintenance.
Managed web server and corporate e-mail. Provided help desk support and training on Microsoft Access database.
Assisted employees to create an online web survey application.
 Mediaeval Miscellanea – Custom Period Clothing and Pavilion Designer - Installed new workstations custom
built on Intel motherboards. Provide help desk and maintenance support. Maintained web server,e-mail and
offsite backups.
 WM Tinder Wholesale – Area’sLargest Lumber Wholesaler. Provided network and system maintenance and
help desk support. Network consisted of HP/UXand Windows 2003 SBS with windows clients. Designed several
websites for the wholesale lumber market.
 Michael G. Fine, MD - Podiatrist office - Installed new network and phone system including new wiring.
Installed HP Server and Dell workstations. Installed proprietary medical practice software and Sonicwall firewall.
 Provideo Inc. - Consumer Electronics Retailer – High end home theater. Photographed home theater installations
and created a new custom website featuring services and product lines and examples of the home theater
installations.
 Ralls Collection Art Gallery - Designed new website with original artwork and put the entire art collection
online including biographies of the artists.
 RPJ Housing - Non-profit organization. Installed new windows networking with Dell Server and Dell
workstations. Provided help desk services.
 RTEC Tree care – Installed new windows network including wiring network and install new Panasonic phone
system. Migrated accounting software from Peachtree to QuickBooks. Installed Sonicwall firewall and configured
for remote access. Provided routine system maintenance.
 Sabatini of London – Executive suit maker. Redesigned website. Provided online marketing solutions.
Preformed search engine optimization of website.
 Practical Computer – Computer retailer. Designed website. Managed online and store auctions.
 Animal Clinic of Clifton – Veterinary clinic - Designed veterinary website. Constructed pet health care library
with original photography and edited articles for ease of reading. Built custom computer for proprietary veterinary
software.
 The Cash Store - Consulted and installed new windows server network for custom cashing software. Rebuilt
FoxPro database in Microsoft access.