Thera Watson

Thera Watson is an experienced Cloud IT Operations Manager at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, overseeing operations and maintenance of a strategic data platform since November 2012. Watson has held positions as a Manager of Systems Configuration Analysis, Technical Specialist, and Business System Analyst, focusing on optimizing system usability, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Prior experience includes being a Lead Business Analyst and QA Lead at CGI Federal, a Test Engineer at Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and a Project Lead at Vertafore, managing diverse IT projects. Watson has also contributed to the National Model United Nations as a member of the Board of Directors and as a volunteer staff member, enhancing debate and advocacy skills. Education includes a Master's degree in Political Science and a Bachelor's degree in International Studies from Georgia Southern University.