Enhancing the Effectiveness of Agency Chief Information Officers
May 18, 2018
Signed by: Donald Trump
Signed on: May 15, 2018
Published on: May 18, 2018
May 18, 2018
Signed by: Donald Trump
Signed on: May 15, 2018
Published on: May 18, 2018
Summary
Gives agency Chief Information Officers more power to update old computer systems, cut costs, and improve security across the government.
What problem does this solve?
The government spends too much money on old, weak computer systems because IT leaders lack control. This order gives Chief Information Officers the authority to modernize systems, making them cheaper and safer.
What does this order do?
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Emphasizing chief information officer duties and responsibilities.
CIOs report directly to agency heads
Requires Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in covered agencies to report directly to the head of their agency, giving them direct access on all IT-related programs.
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Gives CIOs approval power over IT hires
Mandates that the agency CIO must approve the hiring of any lower-level (component) CIOs within that agency.
Streamlines agency IT hiring
Directs the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to create rules that give agencies direct authority to hire for IT jobs when there is a critical need.
Consolidates IT systems
Orders agencies to get rid of unneeded IT management roles and combine their IT systems to be more efficient.
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Increases CIO role in budget decisions
Ensures CIOs have a significant role in all planning and budgeting decisions related to information technology.
Prioritizes shared and cloud-based services
Requires agencies to focus on buying shared IT services, like modern email and other cloud-based tools, to improve security and efficiency.
Who does this affect?
- Federal agency Chief Information Officers (CIOs)
- Federal government agencies
- Government IT personnel
What is the real world impact?
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Improves government efficiency and security
Modernizes outdated and expensive government computer systems to reduce waste and protect against cyber threats. This helps government agencies run better and deliver services more effectively to the public.
When does this start?
This order takes effect immediately as of May 15, 2018, and sets several deadlines for federal agencies.
Proposed rule on IT hiring
The Director of the Office of Personnel Management must submit a proposed rule on new IT hiring authorities for publication within 30 days of May 15, 2018.
Grant of direct hiring authority
After an agency head determines a critical hiring need, the OPM Director must grant direct hiring authority to that agency within 30 days.