Elijha Williams

Program Manager at SandboxAQ

Elijha Williams has a diverse work experience in the technology and defense sectors. Starting in 2016, Elijha worked in the United States Air Force, initially as a Cyberspace Operations officer before moving on to roles as a Product Owner and a Deployed Detachment Commander. As a Detachment Commander, Elijha oversaw various operational aspects of radar systems, long-range radios, computer client systems, and supporting elements. In 2017, Elijha became the Mission Systems Flight Commander, leading a team of 73 personnel in radar maintenance, ground radio, and satellite communications. Elijha's work in the United States Air Force continued until 2022. In 2021, Elijha joined the United States Space Force as a Product Manager, focusing on defensive cyber operations for space. In 2023, Elijha briefly worked as a Corporate Fellow for the Federal Team at SandboxAQ, followed by a role as a Program Manager.

Elijha Williams has a comprehensive education history that spans various institutions and fields of study. In 2009, they graduated from Cordova High School, and from 2012 to 2016, they attended California State University-Sacramento, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice.

In 2017, Elijha pursued further education in the field of Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare by completing the Undergraduate Cyberwarfare Training program offered by the USAF (United States Air Force). Additionally, in the same year, they obtained a certification in CompTIA Security+.

Elijha continued their education at Western Governors University from 2018 to 2020, where they earned a Master of Science degree in IT Management. This degree focused on enhancing their skills and knowledge in the field of Information Technology.

In 2022, Elijha attended the National Security Space Institute, where they completed the Space 100 program, specializing in Space Fundamentals. This program provided further insight and expertise in the realm of space.

Furthermore, Elijha has obtained various certifications to supplement their education. In 2020, they became a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), and in 2022, they completed the Google Data Analytics Professional program offered by Coursera. Additionally, in 2023, they earned the Certified SAFe® 5 Product Owner/Product Manager certification from Scaled Agile, Inc. These certifications demonstrate their commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Overall, Elijha Williams has a diverse educational background that encompasses criminal justice, cybersecurity, information technology, and space fundamentals, and they have supplemented their studies with various industry-recognized certifications.

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Timeline

  • Program Manager

    April 1, 2023 - present

  • Corporate Fellow, Federal Team

    January, 2023