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Lisa Watson-Lynch

Bowie

Summary

Highly accomplished and results-driven Administrative Leader with over 23 years of dedicated Department of the Navy expertise (pp. 1-2). Proven track record managing executive workflows, tasker management systems, and high-level correspondence for the front office of the Secretary of the Navy. Specialized expert in ETMS2 (formerly TV5) and CATMS, serving as the operational filter for classified and unclassified taskings across the Secretariat. Strong leader adept at managing multi-million dollar budgets, coordinating with flag officers, and driving process modernization.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Secretary of the Navy Support Services Specialist

Secretary of the Navy
Washington, DC
12.2023 - Current
  • ETMS2 Gatekeeping: Serve as the central hub for the analysis, routing, tracking, and disposition of all official written communications addressed to the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), Under Secretary (UNSECNAV), and Secretary of Defense (SECDEF).
  • System Expert: Expertly leverage Enterprise Task Management Solutions System (ETMS2) and CATMS to process sensitive, short-suspense taskings, applying deep system knowledge from previous TV5 operations.
  • Executive Liaison: Maintain continuous, seamless coordination on critical taskings with 5 Assistant Secretaries, 4 Deputy Under Secretaries, 4 Deputy Assistant Secretaries, the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), Director of Navy Staff, and Chief of Naval Personnel.
  • Quality Assurance: Review executive packages and Completed Staff Actions to ensure absolute accuracy and strict compliance with Navy protocol before presentation to senior leadership.
  • Budget Oversight: Efficiently govern a $2 Million supply and mission support budget for the Secretary of the Navy and supporting staff.

Compliance & Workplace Safety

United States Navy
10.2008 - 09.2023

Earned a senior, panel-verified Professional Certification in Program Management and Risk Mitigation; served as Command Safety Director, managing facility inspections and enforcing strict compliance with OSHA standards for multi-unit facilities.

Security Clearance Manager (Concurrent Assignment)

United States Navy
09.2008 - 09.2023
  • Large-Scale Personnel Security: Served as Chief Clerk managing security clearance processes and access lists for over 20,000 personnel.
  • Investigation Processing: Successfully initiated 11,800 background checks, conducted screening interviews, and assisted staff with e-QIP entry.
  • Facility Security: Inspected 215 office spaces and sensitive facilities to ensure full compliance with federal security mandates.

DTS Program Management (Concurrent Assignment)

United States Navy
09.2005 - 09.2023

Managed the Defense Travel System (DTS) for multiple commands, reviewing and approving travel authorizations and vouchers while enforcing strict Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).

Administrative Manager

United States Navy, USN
12.2003 - 09.2023
  • Departmental Leadership: Supervised daily administrative staff activities, designed personnel training programs, and structured highly efficient daily workflows to maximize output.
  • Executive Workflow Management: Managed complex calendars, travel logistics, and high-profile event planning for senior Navy military and civilian officials.
  • Policy Implementation: Analyzed internal operations to discover gaps, executing key procedural and policy changes that increased overall office efficiency.
  • Financial Management: Directed a $2 Million command travel budget and credit card reconciliation system with zero discrepancies.

Records and Document Control: Maintained rigorous filing, serialization, and tracking protocols for classified and unclassified operations.

Education

Master of Science - Business Administration

University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD
07-2026

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD
08-2025

Advanced Management - Advanced Management

Universtyof Maryland Global Campus
10-2024

Human Resources Management - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD
09-2021

Associate of Arts - General Studies

University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD
07-2021

Skills

  • Administrative Coordination
  • Communication
  • Workflow Management
  • Security Clearance
  • HR Support
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organization
  • Adaptability
  • Technology Proficiency
  • Strategic Planning
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Compliance
  • Data Analysis
  • Project Coordination
  • Leadership
  • Training
  • Efficiency
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Multitasking
  • Teamwork
  • Technical Skills

  • 60 Wpm Typing
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Adobe Acrobat Pro
  • Data Entry
  • Enterprise Task Management Software Solution (ETMS2 / TV5)
  • Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS)
  • Defense Travel System (DTS)

Timeline

Secretary of the Navy Support Services Specialist

Secretary of the Navy
12.2023 - Current

Compliance & Workplace Safety

United States Navy
10.2008 - 09.2023

Security Clearance Manager (Concurrent Assignment)

United States Navy
09.2008 - 09.2023

DTS Program Management (Concurrent Assignment)

United States Navy
09.2005 - 09.2023

Administrative Manager

United States Navy, USN
12.2003 - 09.2023

Master of Science - Business Administration

University of Maryland Global Campus

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus

Advanced Management - Advanced Management

Universtyof Maryland Global Campus

Human Resources Management - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus

Associate of Arts - General Studies

University of Maryland Global Campus
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