Summary
Michael Smith is a Program Director with 16 years of IT and leadership experience, currently managing over $200M in contracts and a workforce of 250+ employees and subcontractors at BAE Systems. He oversees end-to-end IT delivery—from engineering and O&M to cybersecurity, cloud, networking, and enterprise applications—bringing operational rigor to large-scale, mission-critical programs. Previously a Technical Director, he led integration of workstations, servers, web apps, mobile, and email systems, translating complex technical requirements into reliable, auditable solutions. A former Marine communications officer, he combines tactical communications experience with corporate program management to excel under pressure and in regulated environments. Based in Saint Leonard, MD, he pairs a biology degree from the University of New Mexico with deep technical leadership, reflecting a pragmatic, systems-oriented approach. He is known for aligning multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractor ecosystems to deliver secure, scalable IT outcomes on time and on budget.
16 years of coding experience
Bachelor's Degree, Biology, Bachelor's Degree, Biology at University of New Mexico