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Executive Leadership
Acting Chief Information Officer
Mangala Kuppa
Mangala Kuppa is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in both the public and private sectors. She is a go-getter with a unique skill set that includes in-depth technical expertise, experience with industry best practices, and exceptional leadership and management skills. She oversees the Department's IT portfolio, drive innovation, and align our technology strategy with the President's Management Agenda priorities, including cybersecurity resilience, digital transformation, legacy modernization, and accelerating the adoption of emerging technologies such as AI and quantum computing. She has served in multiple senior leadership positions and continues to serve as the Chief AI Officer. Her strategic vision and execution have been instrumental in advancing the Department's mission-critical services. She architected the Department's artificial intelligence strategies, established DOL's enterprise data platform, and advanced technological leadership through the adoption of low code/no code solutions.
Deputy Chief Information Officer
Vacant
Acting Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO-Mission Support)
Akanksha Sharma, Director
Accomplished public sector technology leader with 15+ years driving digital transformation in complex government environments. Expert in building high-performing cross-functional teams, aligning technology initiatives with mission-critical outcomes, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance public service delivery. As leader of the Department of Labor's Digital Transformation directorate, Ms. Sharma spearheaded the development and nationwide launch of the National ID Verification Offering for Unemployment Insurance benefits—a critical innovation serving millions of Americans. She led comprehensive customer experience improvements across DOL's portfolio of 200+ websites, modernizing how citizens access essential services.
Directorates:
Cybersecurity Directorate
Muhammad Butt, Acting Director
IT Operations and Services Directorate
Administration, Business Management & Governance Directorate
Business Application Services Directorate
Digital Transformation Directorate
Technology, Innovation and Engineering Directorate