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Washington Governor-Elect Jay Inslee named Michael Cockrill as the states new CIO, replacing Bharat Shyam, who resigned in December.
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Founded in 1861 by a private gift of 10 acres in what is now the heart of downtown Seattle, the UW is one of the oldest public universities on the West Coast. We`re deeply committed to upholding the responsibility that comes with that legacy. And being public has always meant being accessible. Anyone can enjoy and be enriched by all the UW has to offer, including world-class libraries, art, music, drama, sports and the highest quality medical care in Washington state. Being public also means being engaged with our communities, and through knowledge and discovery we are elevating the quality of lives of others.
About the Person
Michael Cockrill is Director and State Chief Information Officer at Washington Technology Solutions. Previously, Michael held various senior IT security leadership roles in the industry.
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