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Derrick Whitfield

Kennesaw, GA

Derrick Whitfield
Senior Project Manager | Transit & Technology Consultant | Published Author
📍 Atlanta, GA | 📧 dwhitfield@nitisys.com | 🌐 https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-e-whitfield-7a19bb7/

Core Competencies
Project & Program Management

Transit Technology & ITS Implementation

Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)

Systems Integration & Engineering

Quality Assurance & Compliance (FTA)

Public Engagement & Strategic Communication

Data-Driven Decision Making & KPIs

Technical Writing & RFP Development

Professional Highlights
17+ years leading major IT and infrastructure projects across public transit, aviation, education, and local government sectors.

Senior Project Manager for MARTA, King County Metro, and Port of Los Angeles on transformative digital and mobility initiatives.

Led the Regional Electrification Plan for the Atlanta Regional Commission, ensuring QA/QC, stakeholder alignment, and schedule integration.

Former Advisor to the City of Chattanooga CIO and Mayor, established a full PMO and supported cross-agency tech modernization.

Consultant for Delta Airlines, supporting tech upgrades and nationwide security training programs.

Education & Certifications
M.S. in Administration, Central Michigan University

B.S. in Organizational Management, Covenant College

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Certified in Public Involvement, Transit Service Planning, and Airport Security Training

Author & Creative Work
The Engine (Sci-Fi Thriller)

What’s in This Gumbo? (Inspirational Nonfiction)
Self-published author and speaker, blending technical insight with compelling storytelling.

$2.00/min

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Strategic Stakeholder Engagement

Experienced facilitator of engagement strategies for public-facing and interagency projects. Known for leading productive stakeholder interviews, facilitating workshops, and aligning diverse interests toward shared outcomes.

Enterprise Project Management

Over 17 years of experience delivering multimillion-dollar infrastructure and technology projects in complex public-sector environments. Led cross-functional teams using Agile and Waterfall methodologies to deliver projects for clients such as MARTA, KPMG, and the Port of Los Angeles.

Systems Integration & Engineering

Skilled in designing and deploying integrated systems across transit, municipal, and airport operations. Expertise includes CAD/AVL, CBTC, EAMS, and real-time tracking systems that improve service reliability and operational efficiency.

Enterprise Asset Management

Specialized in implementing EAM systems aligned with FTA Transit Asset Management (TAM) guidelines. Experience includes leading needs assessments, software deployment, and data integration for transit agencies across the Southeast.

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

Led enterprise-level cybersecurity compliance projects using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Oversaw risk assessments, data validation, and regulatory alignment for TD Ameritrade's multi-site operations.

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