The dual-hatted Undersecretary of Defense for Cyber, Information, and Networks would oversee the Pentagon's IT enterprise and cyber operations.

CommandNet aims to break down silos between disparate, geographically-isolated networks used by combatant commands and replace them with a single IT architecture.

With a decades-long career in cybersecurity fields, Devoto will now oversee the Air and Space Forces’ modernization and sustainment efforts for IT.

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth released a memo and video about a new career development initiative called Project Patriot Pipeline.

DISA will demonstrate the Coalition Information Environment — which is under the Mission Partner Environment effort — during a joint exercise this fall.

A draft solicitation outlines plans for a three-tier cloud ecosystem that would support artificial intelligence, tactical edge operations and secure data sharing across the Defense Department.

Garciga had held the position since July 2023. 

The new members of Kirsten Davies' team at the Pentagon are expected to help advance digital modernization.

Hardiman had previously been serving in the role in an acting capacity.

The initiative is being pursued via the Army’s Enhanced Use Lease program, following an executive order from President Donald Trump.