Office of the Chief Information Officer (Department of Education)
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Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO)
The Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) in the U.S. Department of Education is responsible for managing the Department's information technology resources, ensuring they are strategically aligned with educational goals, and providing secure, innovative IT solutions to support educational services and administration.
Mission
OCIO's mission is to leverage information technology to enhance educational outcomes by providing strategic, secure, and efficient IT services. It aims to innovate in the use of technology to improve educational access, equity, and quality while ensuring the security and integrity of the Department's data and systems.
Parent organization
OCIO is a pivotal part of the U.S. Department of Education, supporting its mission through technology and information management.
Legislation
OCIO was established under the broader framework of the Department of Education Organization Act of 1979, which mandated the Department to have an effective IT management structure.
Partners
- Federal CIO Council
- Other federal agencies for IT policy and security
- Technology vendors and service providers
Number of employees
Specific employee numbers for OCIO are not publicly detailed.
Organization structure
- IT Strategy and Policy develops and implements IT strategy aligned with Department goals.
- Information Security focuses on protecting data and systems from cyber threats.
- Enterprise Infrastructure manages the Department's IT networks, systems, and hardware.
- Application Services oversees the development, maintenance, and modernization of software applications.
- Data Management handles data governance, analytics, and reporting.
List of programs
OCIO supports various Department initiatives through IT services, including:
- ED Data Express for educational data transparency
- FSA ID for secure student aid application processes
- Modernization of grant management systems
Last total enacted budget
The specific budget for OCIO isn't separately listed; it's included within the U.S. Department of Education's total budget.
Leader
The Office is led by the Chief Information Officer.
Services provided
OCIO provides IT strategic planning, cybersecurity measures, management of the IT infrastructure, data management services, and application development to support the Department's operations. It ensures that technology aids in delivering educational programs efficiently and securely.
Regulations overseen
While not directly overseeing regulations, OCIO ensures compliance with federal IT and cybersecurity regulations such as FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act), the Clinger-Cohen Act, and OMB policies on IT management and security.
Headquarters address
400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202
Website
Wikipedia article
wikipedia:U.S. Department of Education#Office of the Chief Information Officer
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