Dave Spirk Named DOD Chief Data Officer

The Department of Defense has named Dave Spirk as the new Chief Data Officer (CDO) within the Department’s office of the Chief Information Officer. “Effective data management is the central component of the department’s Digital Modernization Strategy,” said Dana Deasy, DOD chief information officer. “Dave brings extensive experience and a thorough understanding of how data empowers joint, all-domain operations. I look forward to working with Dave as we create a strong data culture across the department.” Spirk is a former Marine and served most recently as the CDO for U.S. Special Operations Command. He has significant experience in the Intelligence Community and will play a critical role in...