Curriculum Vitae & Credentials

Sakera Begum

IT Consultant | Data Analyst | Software Quality Assurance

Alexandria, VA, USA
linkedin.com/in/sakerabegum
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Executive Summary

I am an IT and data professional with experience spanning software quality assurance, data analytics, technical support, and business operations. My work focuses on translating requirements into reliable systems, transforming data into actionable insights, identifying quality issues, and supporting organizations through structured technology solutions. I am currently pursuing a Doctor of Computer Science, building on graduate training in Information Technology and a professional background across consulting, analytics, IT support, and organizational operations.

Education & Doctoral Studies

Doctor of Computer Science (DCS)
University of the Potomac
August 2026 – Present
Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT)
Washington University of Science and Technology (WUST)
Graduated

Technical Skills & Competencies

Software QA & Testing:Manual Testing, Automated Testing, Regression Testing, Test Scenario & Matrix Design, Defect Tracking, UAT, JIRA, Selenium, Playwright
Data & Analytics:SQL, Python, Advanced Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Data Cleansing, Schema Validation, Statistical Anomaly Detection
IT Systems & Support:Hardware & Software Troubleshooting, Network Configuration, User Access Controls, Windows/Linux Environments
Operations & Research:Cross-Functional Team Collaboration, Technical Documentation, Doctoral & Applied Research Writing

Work History

IT Consultant - UpSkill Consultancy

2024-11 – 2026-08 (Remote)

Supported software quality assurance, testing, defect management, and cross-functional software delivery.

  • Designed and executed 150+ manual and automated test cases covering functional, regression, system, and user acceptance requirements.
  • Identified, documented, and tracked 60+ software defects and quality issues through resolution and retesting.
  • Supported testing and quality assurance activities across 15+ software releases and sprint cycles.

Data Analyst - Task Impetus Inc.

2023-02 – 2024-11 (Remote)

Analyzed datasets, performed data-quality validation, and developed business-facing analytical insights.

  • Cleaned, validated, and analyzed 5,000+ records across 20+ datasets.
  • Used SQL, Python, Excel, and data-validation techniques to prepare information for analysis and reporting.
  • Produced 25+ analytical reports, summaries, and data-driven recommendations.

IT Assistant - Washington University of Science and Technology

2022-02 – 2023-01 (Vienna, VA)

Provided frontline technology support to students, staff, and faculty across academic and administrative environments.

  • Provided technical support to 100+ students, faculty, and staff.
  • Resolved or supported 250+ hardware, software, connectivity, and account-access issues.
  • Installed, configured, maintained, or troubleshot 75+ computers and related devices.

Human Resources Manager - British IELTS Mock Test Center

2020-08 – 2021-12 (Dhaka)

Managed core HR operations, recruitment, workforce administration, and employee support.

  • Managed HR administration and employee-support activities for 25+ employees.
  • Supported recruitment and onboarding of 15+ employees.
  • Screened, interviewed, or coordinated assessments for 30+ candidates.

Selected Publications

AI-Based Predictive Capital Optimization Framework for U.S. Renewable Energy Startups: Evaluating Economic Value, Investment Efficiency, and Return on Investment
Sakera Begum. Power System Protection and Control, 54(3) (2026) · DOI: 10.46121/pspc.54.3.52
AI-Powered Cybersecurity Readiness and Innovation Performance in Startup Ecosystems: A Framework for Sustainable Entrepreneurial Growth and Business Operations
Sakera Begum, Zeeshan Akbar, Sikander Niaz, Salman Akbar. Journal of Global Entrepreneurial Management, 4(5) (2026)
Artificial Intelligence and Economic Resilience: A Review of Predictive Financial Modelling for Post-Pandemic Recovery in the United States SME Sector
Sakera Begum. International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, 10(7) (2025) · DOI: 10.38124/ijisrt/25jul1726
Optimizing Capital Deployment in Post-Pandemic America: AI-Powered Predictive Analytics for Startup Resilience and Growth
Sakera Begum. International Journal of Computer Applications Technology and Research (2025) · DOI: 10.7753/ijcatr1112.1030
Predictive Financial Technologies for Strengthening Liquidity and Cash-Flow Management in U.S. Small Enterprises
Sakera Begum. Frontiers in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, 5(4) (2026) · DOI: 10.32996/jcsts.2026.5.4.1
AI at Scale: Predictive Analytics as a Strategic Engine for National Competitiveness in U.S. Startup and Small Business Financing
Sakera Begum. International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, 5(12) (2024)