Chief Information Officer - U.S. Department of Defense

Mission
Protect. Connect. Perform.

Vision
To Deliver an Information Dominant Domain to Defeat our Nation's Adversaries

Key Focus Areas
Cloud. Communications. Cybersecurity. Enabling Artificial Intelligence and Data.

Welcome

Welcome to the Website for the Department of Defense Chief Information Officer (DoD CIO). The DoD CIO is the principal staff assistant and senior advisor to the Secretary of Defense and Deputy Secretary of Defense for information technology (IT) (including national security systems and defense business systems), information resources management (IRM), and efficiencies. This means that DoD CIO is responsible for all matters relating to the DoD information enterprise, such as cybersecurity, communications, information systems, and more. To learn more, please read about the DoD IT Advancement Strategy called Fulcrum, our organization charter, or browse this website.

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The Latest

DoD CIO CAEO joined the CS Showcase on Capitol Hill, highlighting the CyberSkills2Work program - free, skills-based cyber training for vets, first responders, & fed employees. They also met w/ Reps. McCollum (D-MN) & Finstad (R-MN) on CAEO's role in cyber talent efforts. #DoDCIO https://t.co/WJoAcs8Hvt

24JUN25: Mr. Patrick Johnson, Dir. of Workforce Dev, WID, spoke at the ISC2 Conference in D.C. over the DoD's next steps to adopt DCWF 8140 policy changes, how this will affect the workforce, & the importance of accurately tracking manpower data throughout the process. #DoDCIO https://t.co/oan0ANtCdo

PDCIO Beavers discussed MNaaS and Mission Partner Environment last week. The DoD is working with Allies and Partners on initiatives like these to improve interoperability and enhance the lethality of the joint force. #DoDCIO #MPE #MNaaS Read more at https://t.co/kvVxV6H2jD

#SWFT will accelerate & elevate software supply chain security. It's imperative DoD & suppliers have a systematic & scalable approach to incorporate & deliver software. Understanding, verifying, & efficiently sharing information increases warfighter readiness & lethality. #DoDCIO https://t.co/pJM5g4IoTX

*NEW LINK* The #DoDCIO is seeking innovative ideas to modernize the Risk Management Framework (#RMF). From AI-powered tools to automation and proactive cyber defense—we want your input. Help shape a faster, smarter, & more resilient #cybersecurity future. https://t.co/UJ0mlYGzYo

The #DoDCIO is seeking innovative ideas to modernize the Risk Management Framework (#RMF). From AI-powered tools to automation and proactive cyber defense—we want your input. Help shape a faster, smarter, and more resilient #cybersecurity future. https://t.co/kLelthxfpQ

With current Global activities, the DIB continues to be under a heightened level of attack. All DIB organizations, regardless of size, should consider raising their #cyber posture. For more, see this statement from #DoDOCIO. https://t.co/uYOAZveufR

PTDO CIO Katie Arrington hosted the quarterly #DoDCIO Town Hall meeting last week to highlight great work across the organization. We welcomed new teammates, farewelled departing ones, & presented CIO Quarterly Awards to high performers. https://t.co/921R4CEKcd