Top 10 Govt CIOs - 2025

Andrea Hartman is the Chief Information Officer of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, leading technology strategy, innovation, and cyber security initiatives. She manages a multimillion-dollar budget and directs projects that modernize infrastructure, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen public safety.

Walter Banks discovered his passion for government technology in 1989 during his military commission as a supply and transport logistics officer. Computer networking courses in college sparked his interest in how technology could solve complex operational challenges. After military service, Banks shifted his focus to education, writing grants for at-risk students and teaching computing careers in a secure facility.

Kevin Gilbertson is the Chief Information Officer for the State of Montana and a member of the cabinet. He has over three decades of experience in high-tech and business consulting, with more than 20 years focused on transforming customer experience. As Montana’s CIO, some of his key accomplishments include leading the state to be free of mainframes, coordinating a unified state IT strategy, and reorganizing Montana Central IT.

Nathaniel Wentland serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for Loudoun County Government, where he leads the Department of Information Technology. His role encompasses overseeing all IT operations, including infrastructure, data analytics, enterprise tools, and business systems. Nathaniel’s leadership is instrumental in driving the county’s strategic technology initiatives, ensuring efficient and effective government services. He is also recognized for his commitment to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment within the public sector.

Jorge Basto is the Director of IT Programs for the Cherokee County Clerk of Court in Canton, Georgia. He leads the implementation of innovative software solutions and process improvements within the court system. A certified AWS Cloud Practitioner, he is dedicated to enhancing public access and operational efficiency through technology.

Lynn Fyhrlund is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for San Bernardino County, California, since 2023. Previously, he served as CIO for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, leading IT strategy, modernization, and governance for a $1.1B operation. He has extensive experience optimizing IT operations, implementing large-scale modernization initiatives, and enhancing service delivery.

Ed Reyes is the Chief Information Officer/IT Director for the State of Oklahoma, overseeing IT services and operations for the Commissioners of the Land Office. He manages IT personnel and contractors, develops strategic and operational plans, implements advanced technologies, cybersecurity measures, and digital systems that optimize agency efficiency and support over a billion dollars in public education funding.

Terrence Woods is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the State of Oregon. Since 2018, he has led Enterprise Information Services, serving as the state’s senior information resources management official and overseeing IT operations, budgets, and projects to support statewide government technology functions. He also serves as Chair of the Board for Link Oregon.

Robert Fulk is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the State of Indiana Secretary of State's Office, focusing on innovation, digital transformation and cyber security. He has led initiatives like “Captain Record,” an AI-powered tool that indexes over 20 million state records, making them searchable and accessible to the public.

Viggo Forde is CIO and Director of IT for Snohomish County, WA, where he leads digital transformation, IT operations, and innovation for the county’s government and 850,000+ residents. Since 2019, he has overseen major systems investments, modernized digital infrastructure, strengthened cybersecurity, and launched resident-focused services like online reservations and transparency dashboards. Viggo’s leadership, recognized with the Enterprise ORBIE Award, builds on prior senior roles at Microsoft and Amazon, and a strong commitment to public service and digital equity.