Driving Transformative Change in

IT and Operations

For over 30 years, Dom Cussatt has been dedicated to driving transformative change in IT and operations within complex ecosystems. As an entrepreneurial C-level executive, his passion lies in integrating advanced technologies with strategic leadership and change management. His extensive experience spans digital enablement, information technology, business innovation, IT workforce, and cybersecurity across many different industries.

Career Highlights

Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Elevance Health

Managed a $225M budget.
Led over 1,400 staff and vendors.
Enhanced service delivery and performance significantly.
Developed comprehensive Digital Enablement and IT Workforce Rationalization Strategy for burgeoning provider enviroment

Chief Information Officer for the US Department of Veterans Affairs and Deputy CISO for the Department of Defense

Directed a $6B annual IT budget.
Oversaw a nationwide staff of 15,000.
Spearheaded and delivered major digital transformation initiatives and cloud migrations.
Dramatically improved service delivery to America's veterans.

Member of the Intel Corporation Public Sector Advisory Board and National Co-Chair of NATO Cybersecurity Panel

Influenced and advanced digital strategy at the highest levels.
Collaborated with international leaders to shape policies and frameworks.
Identifyied and prioritized cutting-edge technologies for public sector adoption, driving innovation and efficiency.

Awards and Recognition

Best Bosses in Federal IT Award and Two Time FedHealthIT 100 Winner.

Twice Awarded Secretary of Defense Medal for Exceptional Civilian Service.

Meritorious Service Award from the Office of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

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