Lakshmi Raman

Federal Leadership

As the Director of Artificial Intelligence at the CIA, Lakshmi Raman leads efforts to integrate AI and machine learning technologies into the agency’s intelligence operations. Despite the secretive nature of intelligence agencies, the CIA is actively embracing artificial intelligence in line with the 2023 Biden administration AI executive order, she explained in an interview with FedScoop earlier this year. Raman has focused on developing AI tools that enhance data analysis and decision-making, helping the CIA process large-scale information more effectively. And while there are inevitable limitations due to classification restrictions when working with commercial AI products, the CIA is making significant advancements in AI technology deployment, she told FedScoop.