CISO departure
Ralph Johnson steps down as State Chief Information Security Officer of Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech)
Ralph Johnson is stepping down as State Chief Information Security Officer of Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech), as announced on September 18, 2026.
Records: Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) · Ralph Johnson
| Person | Ralph Johnson |
|---|---|
| Role | State Chief Information Security Officer |
| Company | Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) |
| Announced | September 18, 2026 |
| Source | govtech.com |
What this move signals
Ralph Johnson, who had served as Washington State CISO since 2022, retired earlier in September 2026, as noted in the September 18 article announcing his successor. His departure is described as a retirement.
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