Bill McElhaney, Chief Information Officer, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Bill McElhaney leads USCIS technology and modernization initiatives, bringing decades of experience in federal IT. His experiences include serving in senior roles at Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Immigration and Naturalization Service.
Before joining USCIS, McElhaney was a partner at Integrity One Partners, where he was responsible for shaping IT strategies for federal clients. His leadership has been recognized with awards from the Department of Homeland Security and the Office of Management and Budget.
McElhaney’s career reflects his expertise in systems development, technical architecture and IT management across multiple government agencies. His appointment as CIO was a key move in driving USCIS through critical modernization efforts aimed at improving service delivery and cybersecurity.
Why Watch
McElhaney’s deep experience in IT leadership and strategy positions him to tackle the complex challenges facing USCIS as it modernizes its technology infrastructure. His track record of success in government IT management makes him a key figure in ensuring the agency’s digital systems meet evolving mission demands.