Navy is Rethinking IT Infrastructure Supporting Warfighter Capabilities
Jane Rathbun, CIO, Department of Navy
The Navy’s systems and data operations exist in a challenging environment that requires strong identity management to secure threats, partnerships across the Defense Department and technology innovation.
At AFCEA West, Navy CIO Jane Rathbun discusses how the service is avoiding common pain points in modernization and introducing more structure, data and flexibility. She also highlights how the service is thinking about innovation and mixing traditional with new approaches to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving technology landscape.
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Jane Rathbun CIO Department of Navy
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