Office of Chief Information Officer (OCIO)
About Us
Who We Are and What We Do
The Office of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) serves as the strategic and administrative
hub of the Office of Information Technology (OIT). It is responsible for aligning
IT initiatives with institutional goals, managing and supporting Technology projects,
overseeing all OIT-related contracts, and managing the department’s budget to ensure
the effective use of resources. The office also maintains the department’s website,
supports daily OIT business operations. Through these efforts, the Office of the CIO
fosters innovation and delivers comprehensive IT support that advances the University's
mission of excellence in education and research.
Our Services
The Office of the CIO provides a multitude of IT services and oversight to the University that include:
- IT Business Operations
Manages contracts, budgets, procurement, and daily administrative functions to ensure the smooth operation and financial health of the IT department. - IT Change Management
Oversees the IT change request process by ensuring necessary approvals are in place, supporting effective implementation by teams, maintaining proper documentation, and facilitating clear communication to minimize disruptions and ensure system consistency. - Technology Project Management (PMO)
Leads and supports technology-related projects by applying standardized project management practices to ensure successful delivery on time and within scope.
To submit any Technology Project request (Please log in with your campus credentials). - IT Website Maintenance
Maintains and updates the Office of Information Technology’s website to ensure content accuracy, accessibility, and timely communication with stakeholders.
Meet the OCIO Team
Sheeba Biju Thomas
Interim Dir Tech Project Management/IT Project Manager
Nomso Eze
Sr. IT Business Analyst
Xiaoman Zhang
Sr. Web Content Specialist
Tanja Reason
Department Assistant III
Evangelina Gomez
Department Assistant III
Harish Muthyala
Project Intern
Karen Neira
Administrative Assistant IV