The new administration would be wise to keep CAIOs in federal agencies as it embarks on its AI strategy.

Installing a CAIO, CTO and CDO comes after a reshuffle of the agency’s technology and cyber work in July.

The House bill follows Senate legislation that advanced out of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee last year.

Micky Tripathi will serve as acting CAIO in addition to his role as national coordinator for health IT, a spokesperson said.

Zach Whitman, GSA's first chief AI officer

Charlier was already handling the role of responsible AI official for the department.

Ted Kaouk’s departure for the CFTC has opened up a dual search for the civil service-focused agency.

SSA’s chief architect is the latest federal official identified by FedScoop to take on the new CAIO position.