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LINDA Z. VANDERBECK, PMP6741 W. Sweetwater Ave., Peoria, AZ 85381Mobile: 623.221.5845 or Home: 623.934.5237 *

PROGRAM / PROJECT MANAGER

Solutions-focused, motivated Project Management Professional (PMP) with a comprehensive background in IT infrastructure, communication and network systems, specializing in the utility/energy industry. Proven success in integrating criticalIT initiatives with business goals to optimize productivity and profitability. Effective communicator and liaison, known for building strategic partnerships andalliances. Skillfully execute technically complex projects on time and within budget. Reputation for integrity, work ethic and dedication.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Project Lifecycle Management * Strategic Planning * Problem Solving * Cross-Functional Team LeadershipQuality Assurance * Risk Analysis * Process Improvement * Real-time Systems * SCADARelationship Building * Resource Allocation * Technical Troubleshooting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah, Glendale, AZIT Program/Project Manager, Contracted with Adept Source (2009-Present)Apply strategic planning, prioritization and project management skills toward consistently achieving critical deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. Program reporting responsibilities for a core staff of 2 Project Managers, Program Coordinator and Technical Lead in project development and completion for the Main Office Move IT Work-stream. Maintain full accountability for overseeing all aspects of IT Program Management. Facilitate the ongoing delivery of Infrastructure Build-Out and other IT deliverables related to the construction of new corporate headquarters. Set LOB expectations and ensure that all business requirements are in accordance with EPMO methodologies and processes.* Delivered first-of-a-kind technologies that enabled corporate initiative, Creating an Environment of Transformational Change (CETC).

* Played a key role in completing Main Office Move timely and within its $200M budget.* Served as the IT Project Manager for Managed Print Services, an enterprise migration from a buy-to-own model for printers, copiers, faxes and scanners to a managed service model.

Arizona Public Service, Phoenix, AZI/S Manager, Network Services Planning and Architecture (2006-2008)Strategically prioritized, coordinated and drove projects to ensure on-time, budget-compliant completion while maintaining productivity and performance. Analyzed internal processes to define inefficiencies and provide expert recommendations. Performed comprehensive IT consulting and services to Transmission and Distribution Operations, Substation and Transmission Construction, Power Plant Operatio

ns, and Customer Field Services.* Managed several multi-million dollar PMO with accountability for portfolio planning, budgeting and initiation, project staffing, contract development and procurement, portfolio tracking, analysis and reporting, as well as FCC licensing.* Designed, developed and implemented an innovative architecture and program fora Next Generation Network (NGN) to meet the business requirements of Intelligrid, CIP 002-009, Smart-Grid, video surveillance/security, non-SCADA substation monitoring, VoIP, MLR infrastructure, IP RTUs, and corporate LAN/WAN.* Proficiently handled all phases of communications and network project/programplanning and integration with numerous substation and transmission line construc

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tion efforts.

I/S Manager, Communications Systems Engineering (2002-2006)Developed comprehensive and cost-effective consulting and solutions in the delivery of communications and telephony services in conjunction with substation, power plant, and transmission line construction. Led a 4-person software development team with responsibility for developing engineering tools and operational software support that includes design and implementation of a network/circuit documentation system - patent pending US 2007/0220451 A1.

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I/S Manager, Communications Systems Engineering (2002-2006) - Continued* Created and executed a key mobile data infrastructure for Customer Field Service functions by engineering and implementing a private network and integrating its use with public networks.* Led a diverse engineering staff as well as allocated $3-5M capital budget delivering project portfolio and program development, portfolio planning, budgeting,and project execution, tracking and reporting

I/S Project Manager, Communications Systems (2001-2002)Directed many Protective Relaying Communications and Communications Systems projects including the development of SLAs, cost analysis and reporting, and acquiring budget allocations for projects ranging from $150K - $1.3M.

* Spearheaded the successful and timely completion of an engineering and construction/upgrade of 15-20 separate communications sites including the constructionof 4 new microwave repeater sites.* Actively liaised between the Town of Payson Community Development Department that required planning and conducting a Citizen Participation Meeting and makingseveral presentations at Planning and Zoning and Town Council Meetings.

I/S Resource Manager, Projects and Deployment (PMO) (2000-2001)Actively contributed to company operations as a Resource/Staff Manager and supervised a staff of 20-30 I/S PMO focused on delivering services for the Customer Care/Service business unit. Maintained accountability for all facets of FTE and contract labor recruiting, project team development and staff assignments, management of Project Managers, vendor selection and management, procurement and invoi

ce approval, and HR performance management.

Career Note: Additional experience for Arizona Public Service as an I/T Team Leader, EMS Applications and Technical Services, Engineer II and III, EMS Applications and Support.

EDUCATION

BS Computer Science; Minor in MathematicsUniversity of Oregon

BS ForestryUniversity of Michigan

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Project Management Professional, PMP - Project Management InstituteCompetent Communicator - Toastmasters International