Data Management Branch Chief

Under administrative direction of the Chief Technology Officer, the Information Technology Manager (ITM) II, acts as Chief of the Data Management Branch (DMB), and serves as CDPH’s Executive Technology leader for data science, enterprise analytics platforms, and health data exchange infrastructure. The ITM II is responsible for enabling real-time data integration, supporting AI/ML-driven public health intelligence, and embedding health equity analytics across CDPH.

This includes leading the implementation of cloud-native architectures; utilizing generative AI solutions in partnership with the Technology Integration Services Branch; and state-wide data interoperability initiatives aligned with the California Health and Human Services (CalHHS) Data Exchange Framework (DxF) and Future of Public Health (FoPH) priorities.

The ITM II works directly with internal ITSD staff that includes, but is not limited to, the Chief Information Officer, Information Security Office, Enterprise Portfolio Management Office, as well as CDPH Centers/Divisions/Offices and Executive staff to advise on all matters relating to CDPH data policies, procedures, and finding solutions to complex technical issues. Solutions may include, but are not limited to, drafting a department-wide data strategic plan;

selecting enterprise-wide technology that meets department standards; transforming legacy technology to modern enterprise standards; and adopting platforms that take advantage of new technologies. In addition, the ITM II initiates, develops, and implements CDPH IT policies, as well as oversees the maintenance and operation of DMB.

The ITM II performs duties within the Business Technology Management domain.