Office of the Chief Information Officer (Department of Homeland Security)

Office of the Chief Information Officer (Department of Homeland Security) Type: Government Parent organization: [[U.S. Department of Homeland Security]] Employees: Not publicly specified Executive: Erik Hysen, Chief Information Officer Budget: Part of the overall DHS budget; specific figures not disclosed Address: 245 Murray Lane SW, Washington, DC 20528, USA Website: https://www.dhs.gov/ocio Creation Legislation: [[Homeland Security Act of 2002]] Wikipedia: Office of the Chief Information Officer (Department of Homeland Security)

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Mission The DHS Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) is responsible for leading the strategic management of information technology (IT) across the Department, ensuring secure, efficient, and innovative IT solutions that support homeland security missions. OCIO aims to optimize IT investments and enhance cybersecurity to protect the nation.

Services IT strategic planning; Cybersecurity; IT infrastructure management

Regulations

The Office of the Chief Information Officer (Department of Homeland Security) (DHS OCIO) oversees all aspects of IT within the Department, from cybersecurity to IT service delivery, ensuring that technology supports homeland security objectives. It plays a pivotal role in modernizing IT systems and protecting the nation's digital infrastructure.

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Mission

The mission of the DHS OCIO is to align IT capabilities with the Department's mission, promoting innovation, cybersecurity, and operational efficiency. It focuses on delivering IT services that enhance the security and resilience of the homeland while managing IT resources responsibly.

Parent organization

• U.S. Department of Homeland Security - OCIO operates within DHS, directly under the Office of the Secretary, to drive IT strategy and policy.

Legislation

The OCIO was established as part of the Department with the passage of the Homeland Security Act of 2002.

Partners

• OCIO collaborates with other federal agencies, private sector partners, and state/local governments for cybersecurity and IT initiatives but does not specify partners in the provided references.

Number of employees

The number of employees within the OCIO is not publicly specified in the references provided.

Organization structure

• Office of the Deputy CIO assists in overall management.
• Cybersecurity Division focuses on protecting DHS's IT systems.
• IT Operations manages the IT infrastructure and service delivery.

List of programs

• DHS Cybersecurity Service
• IT Modernization
• Enterprise Data Management

Last total enacted budget

The budget for OCIO is part of the broader DHS budget, with specific details not publicly available.

Leader

The head of the organization holds the title of Chief Information Officer, currently Erik Hysen.

Services provided

OCIO provides strategic direction for IT across DHS, including cybersecurity protection, IT infrastructure management, data management, and the development of IT policies. It aims to ensure that all components of DHS have the technological tools needed to fulfill their missions securely and effectively.

Regulations overseen

While not directly overseeing regulations, OCIO influences and implements policies related to IT security, data management, and technology use within DHS.

Headquarters address

245 Murray Lane SW, Washington, DC 20528, USA

Website

https://www.dhs.gov/ocio

Wikipedia article

There is no specific Wikipedia article for the DHS Office of the Chief Information Officer; related information can be found under DHS entries.