New Jersey Appoints Kevin Dehmer as Permanent Chief Technology Officer

Governor Mikie Sherrill has named Kevin Dehmer as New Jersey’s new permanent Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Dehmer, who previously served as the state’s Commissioner of Education, will now lead the New Jersey Office of Information Technology, focusing on modernizing the state’s digital infrastructure and enhancing cybersecurity measures.

Key Takeaways

• Kevin Dehmer appointed as New Jersey’s permanent Chief Technology Officer.
• Dehmer previously served as Commissioner of the Department of Education.
• Focus on modernizing digital infrastructure, improving efficiency, and strengthening cybersecurity.

A New Era for State Technology

Governor Mikie Sherrill announced the appointment of Kevin Dehmer as New Jersey’s permanent Chief Technology Officer, filling the role left by Chris Rein. Dehmer’s appointment signals a commitment to advancing the state’s digital capabilities and ensuring more efficient and secure government services for residents.

Dehmer’s Background and Vision

Before stepping into the CTO role, Dehmer served as New Jersey’s Commissioner of Education since 2024. In this capacity, he spearheaded a significant redesign of the state’s educational data systems, aiming to improve data quality, research capabilities, and program evaluation. His prior experience includes serving as the executive director and senior researcher at the John J. Heldrich Center for Workforce Development at Rutgers University. Dehmer holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and political science from St. John’s University and a master’s degree in public policy from Rutgers University.

As CTO, Dehmer is tasked with overseeing the New Jersey Office of Information Technology. His responsibilities will include modernizing the state’s digital infrastructure, enhancing the efficiency and transparency of processes such as state permitting, adopting technologies to address backlogs and reduce wait times, and bolstering cybersecurity defenses against evolving threats, including those posed by AI.

Governor’s Endorsement

Governor Sherrill expressed confidence in Dehmer’s ability to lead the state’s technological advancements. She highlighted his dedication to strengthening New Jersey’s public education system and his success in implementing reforms within the education data systems. Sherrill anticipates Dehmer will bring similar modernization efforts to the state’s broader digital infrastructure, emphasizing that improved technology use is crucial for reducing bureaucracy and saving residents time and money.

Dehmer’s Commitment

Dehmer stated his honor in continuing his service to New Jersey in this new capacity. He expressed his commitment to supporting Governor Sherrill’s initiatives to enhance the state’s digital infrastructure. His focus will be on ensuring state agencies can serve residents more effectively and efficiently, with a strong emphasis on maintaining robust cybersecurity measures.

Sources

• New Jersey Names a Permanent Chief Technology Officer, GovTech.
• Sherrill names Dehmer NJ chief technology officer, NJBIZ.
• Dehmer to Serve as State’s Chief Technology Officer, New Jersey Business Magazine.

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