Isabel Gates
Telecommunications Policy Specialist at US Department of Commerce, NTIA- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Elementary proficiency
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Italian Limited working proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Credentials
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Executive Branch Artificial Intelligence Lab Certificate
Science and Technology Innovation ProgramOct, 2023- Sep, 2024
Experience
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US Department of Commerce, NTIA
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United States
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Telecommunications
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200 - 300 Employee
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Telecommunications Policy Specialist
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Mar 2023 - Present
Presidential Management Fellow at the Department of Commerce, National Telecommunications and Information Administration's Office of International Affairs. Supports overall mission of promoting U.S. economic prosperity through digital economy and emerging technology policy research and development. Supports OIA leadership through engagement in international fora such as the ITU and OECD to promote U.S. and Department of Commerce strategic interests. Serves as the point of contact for OIA on AI… Show more Presidential Management Fellow at the Department of Commerce, National Telecommunications and Information Administration's Office of International Affairs. Supports overall mission of promoting U.S. economic prosperity through digital economy and emerging technology policy research and development. Supports OIA leadership through engagement in international fora such as the ITU and OECD to promote U.S. and Department of Commerce strategic interests. Serves as the point of contact for OIA on AI governance. Researches and prepares briefing materials for NTIA and Commerce leadership. Show less Presidential Management Fellow at the Department of Commerce, National Telecommunications and Information Administration's Office of International Affairs. Supports overall mission of promoting U.S. economic prosperity through digital economy and emerging technology policy research and development. Supports OIA leadership through engagement in international fora such as the ITU and OECD to promote U.S. and Department of Commerce strategic interests. Serves as the point of contact for OIA on AI… Show more Presidential Management Fellow at the Department of Commerce, National Telecommunications and Information Administration's Office of International Affairs. Supports overall mission of promoting U.S. economic prosperity through digital economy and emerging technology policy research and development. Supports OIA leadership through engagement in international fora such as the ITU and OECD to promote U.S. and Department of Commerce strategic interests. Serves as the point of contact for OIA on AI governance. Researches and prepares briefing materials for NTIA and Commerce leadership. Show less
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Federal Communications Commission
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United States
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Consultant
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Jan 2022 - May 2022
Consulted with the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau to recommend policy improvements to the Network Outage Reporting System for telecommunications companies in light of increasing cybersecurity threats from foreign adversaries. Worked as a part of a team that communicated with various stakeholders. Analyzed sensitive and confidential data of cyber attacks reported to the FCC. Recommended new thresholds to capture more outage reports caused by malicious actors and recommended an… Show more Consulted with the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau to recommend policy improvements to the Network Outage Reporting System for telecommunications companies in light of increasing cybersecurity threats from foreign adversaries. Worked as a part of a team that communicated with various stakeholders. Analyzed sensitive and confidential data of cyber attacks reported to the FCC. Recommended new thresholds to capture more outage reports caused by malicious actors and recommended an implementation plan. Communicated with senior management regarding the project. Presented findings to both senior management at the FCC and Brown University faculty. Tailored presentations based on audiences’ understanding of the material. Produced a written report detailing complicated information technology concepts for audiences with a range of understanding. Problem solved when issues arose. Show less Consulted with the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau to recommend policy improvements to the Network Outage Reporting System for telecommunications companies in light of increasing cybersecurity threats from foreign adversaries. Worked as a part of a team that communicated with various stakeholders. Analyzed sensitive and confidential data of cyber attacks reported to the FCC. Recommended new thresholds to capture more outage reports caused by malicious actors and recommended an… Show more Consulted with the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau to recommend policy improvements to the Network Outage Reporting System for telecommunications companies in light of increasing cybersecurity threats from foreign adversaries. Worked as a part of a team that communicated with various stakeholders. Analyzed sensitive and confidential data of cyber attacks reported to the FCC. Recommended new thresholds to capture more outage reports caused by malicious actors and recommended an implementation plan. Communicated with senior management regarding the project. Presented findings to both senior management at the FCC and Brown University faculty. Tailored presentations based on audiences’ understanding of the material. Produced a written report detailing complicated information technology concepts for audiences with a range of understanding. Problem solved when issues arose. Show less
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U.S. Department of State
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United States
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International Affairs
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700 & Above Employee
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VSFS Intern
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Oct 2020 - May 2021
Virtual Student Federal Service Intern for the Diplomat in Residence for the Pacific Northwest. Assisted in the completion of the project: Engaging the Next Generation of America’s Diplomacy in the Pacific Northwest. Responsible for talent recruitment, data analysis, and event promotion for the Pacific Northwest region. Virtual Student Federal Service Intern for the Diplomat in Residence for the Pacific Northwest. Assisted in the completion of the project: Engaging the Next Generation of America’s Diplomacy in the Pacific Northwest. Responsible for talent recruitment, data analysis, and event promotion for the Pacific Northwest region.
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Lead Desk Services Representative
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Jun 2019 - May 2021
Provided support to Desk Services Representatives through training. Ensured employees were up to date with policies and procedures. Ensured accurate records of keys, guests, and supplies through auditing processes. Coordinated with contractors and other HFS partners regarding conferences and facility issues. Supported desk supervisors with other managing tasks. Coordinated with other Co-Leads to maintain day-to-day tasks.
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Desk Services Representative
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Sep 2017 - Jun 2019
Accurately processed high volumes of mail and packages, processed room check-ins and check-outs, and correctly assigned room and meeting space keys.
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Employment Security Department
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United States
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Government Administration
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500 - 600 Employee
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Unemployment Insurance Intern
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Jul 2020 - Sep 2020
Assisted the Employment Security Department with resolving claims during the COVID-19 crisis by processing benefit disputes and gathering additional information from employers. Assisted the Employment Security Department with resolving claims during the COVID-19 crisis by processing benefit disputes and gathering additional information from employers.
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Scooper and Shift Lead
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May 2017 - Aug 2017
Ensured a unique and fun ice cream experience by scooping ice cream, managing the cash register, and cooperating with coworkers with custodial tasks. Ensured a unique and fun ice cream experience by scooping ice cream, managing the cash register, and cooperating with coworkers with custodial tasks.
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Education
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2021 - 2022
Brown University
Master's degree, Public Affairs -
2017 - 2021
University of Washington
Bachelor's degree, International Studies and Italian -
2013 - 2017
Gig Harbor High School
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