Francisco Salguero
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Versatile Executive offering a 25-year track record of overseeing and managing IT programs and operations to meet business objectives. Strong knowledge of budget administration, business development, and key decision-making. A disciplined and forward-thinking leader with excellent communication and team-building skills. Recognized as a thought leader and change agent, passionate about driving initiatives that push boundaries and propel organizations forward. With extensive leadership experience, provide strategic guidance to teams, ensuring the successful planning, direction, and coordination of major information technology projects.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Transformation Executive
Salesforce
10.2021 - Current
- Orchestrated development and optimization of Center of Excellence/Digital Transformation Center organizational structure, streamlining operations, fostering collaboration, and enhancing governance for Salesforce ecosystem—a Cloud Platform as a Service (PaaS)/Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Delivered strategic guidance and thought leadership to senior government executives, trusted advisor in navigating intricacies of digital transformation
- Distinguished presence on industry panels, leadership roundtables, and keynote presentations within government and industry associations, workshops, and webinars
- Trusted advisor to agency senior executives and officials, offering expertise in implementing sustainable and transformative technology modernization initiatives, contributing to organization's strategic success.
Chief Information Officer
Federal Communications Commission
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Spearheaded strategic vision and executive leadership in information technology for the commission, holding strategic oversight and responsibility for the enterprise IT portfolio
- Fostered collaboration across the commission, engaging with the commission board and senior executive leadership to drive impactful outcomes
- Positioned as a thought leader and IT expert, cultivated strategic relationships and partnerships internally and externally with federal counterparts, business and programs, appropriators, and private industry, ensuring precise alignment and direction of FCC IT and programs
- Engineered a streamlined organizational structure, implementing a clearer reporting and governance framework for information technology
- Instilled a culture of transparent IT budgeting and project reporting through the deployment of automated tools, processes, and practices
- This transformation enhanced communication and transparency across the organization.
Department Deputy Chief Information Officer
United States Department of Agriculture
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Spearheaded executive leadership in information technology, overseeing a $2B+ IT portfolio for the department with strategic acumen
- Orchestrated the successful completion of a Center of Excellence, leading USDA IT Modernization
- Achieved milestones in IT Infrastructure Optimization, Cloud Adoption, Service Delivery Analytics, Contact Centers, and Customer Experience, laying the groundwork for transformative USDA IT Modernization
- Directed and managed a diverse and nationwide workforce of over 900+ employees, providing critical support to the USDA enterprise of 100K FTEs
- Earned recognition from both government and industry as a federal IT leader, receiving the prestigious FCW Federal 100 Award for exemplary executive leadership in USDA IT Modernization and Center of Excellence initiatives.
Chief Information Officer
USDA Rural Development
05.2012 - 01.2017
- Spearheaded strategic and operational leadership for managing large, complex, and geographically dispersed IT operations, overseeing a $85+ million operational IT budget, and directing a federal and contractor staff of 240, demonstrating financial acumen and organizational prowess
- Provided executive leadership across acquisition management, personnel administration, change management, customer service, and internal organizational performance, elevating overall efficiency and fostering a culture of excellence
- Orchestrated the successful deployment of multiple mobility enablement technologies, including Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), widespread laptop upgrades for all employees, Video Technology Conferencing (VTC), and Wireless connectivity in national and field offices, enhancing communication and productivity
- Led the strategic implementation of a cloud Software as a Service (SaaS) platform, serving as a transformative enterprise solution for the agency
- Focused on IT modernization, the platform revolutionized external customer-facing processes for loan and grants applicants, showcasing a commitment to innovation and organizational advancement.
Deputy Associate Chief Information Officer
USDA OCIO, International Technology Services
05.2012 - 01.2017
- Orchestrated the management and leadership of the International Technology Services office, driving the planning and execution of an annual budget exceeding $250M
- Spearheaded executive management and leadership initiatives in technology infrastructure and end-user information technology services for key USDA Agencies: Farm Services Agency (FSA), Rural Development (RD), Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), and Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS)
- Led the Departmental IT messaging project, Enterprise Messaging System, playing a pivotal role in a major multi-agency effort to consolidate USDA into a unified email system for agencies and offices
- Oversaw day-to-day operations, providing strategic leadership for a large, complex, and geographically dispersed IT operations team
- Managed a federal and contractor staff of 600+ personnel, ensuring seamless and efficient functioning.
Deputy Associate Chief Information Officer
USDA OCIO, Technology Planning, Arch, & E-Gov
12.2009 - 09.2010
- Championed the management and leadership of the Technology Planning, Architecture, & E-Government office, orchestrating a strategic approach that significantly enhanced the effectiveness of the USDA's $2B IT portfolio and the Capital Planning and Investment Control process
- Distinguished in participating and taking the lead in high-stakes briefings to USDA CIO, Agency CIOs, Assistant Secretary, and Under Secretaries, showcasing an ability to communicate complex technological concepts with clarity and precision
- Pioneered the development and communication of the USDA IT Enterprise Governance vision and plan, driving the integration and streamlined process planning of key functions
- This comprehensive approach encompassed Enterprise Architecture, Capital Planning, Project & Portfolio Management, and Security Policy & Operations, resulting in a more cohesive and efficient organizational framework
- Collaborated directly with agency CIOs and Administrators on Agency major investments, spearheading OMB reviews that underscored a proactive and strategic approach to aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals.
Education
MBA - Managment of Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05.2025
Some College (No Degree) -
Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government
CambridgeFederal Executive Institute
Charlotte, VA02.2015
Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems (CIS), Magna Cum Laude Honors -
Strayer University
Manassas, VA09.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
George Mason University
Fairfax, VASkills
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Leading and Developing people and teams
- Digital Transformation
- IT Governance and Risk Management
- Budgeting and Resource Allocation
- Vendor and Stakeholder Management
- Cybersecurity and Risk Mitigation
- Cloud Computing and Infrastructure
- Change Management and Organizational Development
- Strategy Development
- Budget Administration
- Business Leadership
- Strategic objective execution
- Program Administration
Accomplishments
- Fedscoop Best Bosses in Federal IT 2021
- Federal 100 Award Winner 2020
- Granicus Innovator of the Year 2019
- USDA RHS Leadership and Vision Award 2017
- USDA RHS Helping People Award Outstanding Service 2015
Additional Information
Clearance: Top Secret/ SCI
OPM Certified Senior Executive
Timeline
Digital Transformation Executive
Salesforce
10.2021 - Current
Chief Information Officer
Federal Communications Commission
12.2019 - 10.2021
Department Deputy Chief Information Officer
United States Department of Agriculture
02.2017 - 12.2019
Chief Information Officer
USDA Rural Development
05.2012 - 01.2017
Deputy Associate Chief Information Officer
USDA OCIO, International Technology Services
05.2012 - 01.2017
Deputy Associate Chief Information Officer
USDA OCIO, Technology Planning, Arch, & E-Gov
12.2009 - 09.2010
MBA - Managment of Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
Some College (No Degree) -
Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government
Federal Executive Institute
Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems (CIS), Magna Cum Laude Honors -
Strayer University
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
George Mason University
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