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Office of Chief Information Officer (Department of Education)

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Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) at the U.S. Department of Education (ED) is responsible for managing and directing all aspects of information technology (IT) to support the educational mission of the Department, ensuring that technology is used efficiently and effectively to serve educational institutions, students, and families.

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Mission

The mission of the OCIO is to provide strategic leadership in IT to advance educational outcomes, by delivering secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions that support the Department's programs and initiatives, uphold privacy, and facilitate transparency in government operations.

Parent organization

The Office of the Chief Information Officer is part of the U.S. Department of Education.

Legislation

The OCIO's responsibilities are shaped by multiple federal laws and directives, including the Clinger-Cohen Act, Paperwork Reduction Act, and Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)[1].

Number of employees

While specific numbers are not publicly disclosed, the OCIO employs a significant number of IT professionals, including cybersecurity experts, data analysts, and software developers.

Organization structure

  • **Information Assurance Services (IAS)** is responsible for ensuring the security and privacy of ED's IT systems.
  • **Enterprise Technology Services (ETS)** manages the Department's IT infrastructure, including network services and end-user support.
  • **Information Technology Program Services (ITPS)** oversees the development, modernization, and enhancement of IT applications.

List of programs

  • Modernization of ED's IT systems to improve efficiency and security.
  • Cybersecurity initiatives, including compliance with FISMA.
  • IT support for educational programs like FAFSA and student loan management.

Last total enacted budget

The OCIO manages an IT portfolio of over $689 million as of the last public data[2].

Leader

The title of the leader is Chief Information Officer, currently held by Thomas N. Flagg[3].

Services provided

OCIO provides technology services that include enterprise IT infrastructure, application development, cybersecurity, data management, and IT governance. They support the Department's mission by ensuring that technology enables educational policy implementation, data analysis for decision-making, and efficient service delivery to educational stakeholders.

Regulations overseen

The OCIO ensures compliance with federal IT regulations, manages the Department's response to security incidents, and oversees the implementation of IT policies that align with national cybersecurity strategies and privacy laws.

Headquarters address

400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202, USA

Website

https://www.ed.gov/ocio

Wikipedia article

There is no specific Wikipedia article for the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the U.S. Department of Education.

  1. ↑ https://www.ed.gov/ocio/legislation
  2. ↑ https://www.federalpay.org/employees/dept-of-education-office-of-the-chief-information-officer/top-100
  3. ↑ https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/thomas-n-flagg-appointed-us-education-departments-chief-information-officer
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