# U.S. Cyber Command Appoints Chief AI Officer

Rear Adm. Ronzelle Green has been appointed as the new Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) at U.S. Cyber Command, succeeding Brig. Gen. Reid Novotny. Green brings over 30 years of experience in IT and intelligence, including leadership roles at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). This leadership transition underscores Cyber Command's ongoing commitment to advancing AI integration within military cyber operations, emphasizing agility and diverse AI capabilities to enhance national security.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should anticipate continued demand for AI-related technologies and services supporting Cyber Command's cyber operations.
- The appointment signals potential upcoming solicitations or contract opportunities focused on AI development, integration, and operationalization within defense cyber missions.
- Vendors with expertise in AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity should evaluate alignment with Cyber Command priorities and consider engagement strategies.
- Organizations supporting NGA, DCSA, or NSA may find increased collaboration opportunities as AI initiatives expand across these agencies.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Information Technology
**Topics:** Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Cyber Command (Cyber Command)
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
- Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA)
- National Security Agency (NSA)
- National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC)

### Sources
- [NGA official takes top AI job at Cyber Command - Defense One](https://www.defenseone.com/technology/2026/09/nga-official-assumes-top-ai-role-cyber-command/416014) - Defense One
- [NGA official assumes top AI role at Cyber Command - Nextgov/FCW](https://www.nextgov.com/people/2026/09/nga-official-assumes-top-ai-role-cyber-command/416008) - Nextgov/FCW
- [Ronzelle Green Named US Cyber Command Chief AI Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ronzelle-green-uscybercom-chief-ai-officer-appointment) - ExecutiveGov