Aaron Streimish, Vice President and Chief Information Officer

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As Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Kennesaw State University (KSU), Aaron Streimish leads the University Information Technology Services (UITS) division. With a focus on strategic planning and innovative IT solutions, Aaron and the UITS leadership team drive initiatives that empower student success, foster cutting-edge research, and enhance operational excellence across the university. 

Aaron brings over 25 years of experience as a visionary IT executive specializing in business transformation, service delivery, and process improvement—particularly in higher education. During his 23 years at the University of Central Florida, he played a pivotal role in helping the institution grow from 29,000 students to over 70,000. Aaron is passionate about aligning technology with institutional strategies to deliver impactful and sustainable results

Kennesaw State, Georgia’s third-largest university, serves more than 50,000 students across two campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. In this dynamic environment, Aaron oversees an enterprise IT team of over 225 professionals dedicated to delivering reliable, scalable, and secure technology services that support the university's mission. 

Under Aaron's leadership, UITS is transforming IT operations and support, strengthening cybersecurity, and implementing cutting-edge technologies to advance KSU’s Taking Flight Strategic Plan. This ambitious initiative aims to create a thriving learning environment, promote innovative research, and build a sustainable future.

Known for his collaborative approach, Aaron excels at bringing together diverse stakeholders to develop actionable strategies for complex challenges. His open communication style and data-driven decision-making foster a culture of trust, innovation, and shared success.

Aaron’s dedication to empowering teams and building a resilient IT environment ensures that Kennesaw State stays ahead of rapid technological change while continuing to meet the needs of its students, faculty, and staff.

The UITS transformational efforts are part of the SOAR 2028 – UITS Transformation initiative. To learn more about our guiding principles, strategies, and roadmap, please visit the SOAR 2028: UITS Transformation & Roadmap page.

Key Division Objectives

  • Exceptional Customer Service 
  • Scalable & Secure IT Service Delivery 
  • Innovation & Enhancement 
  • Effective Project & Change Management 
  • Culture of Continuous Improvement 
  • Talent Retention & Development
 
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Office of the CIO

Associate Vice President & Deputy CIO: Alan Stevens

The Office of the CIO provides strategic, financial, and operational coordination across all UITS functions. This team ensures that technology initiatives align with institutional priorities, that change is managed thoughtfully, and that performance is tracked and improved. It manages communications, budgeting, governance, and portfolio oversight while serving as a key link between UITS and campus stakeholders.

Core Functional Areas

  • Oversees the planning, execution, and governance of IT projects to ensure strategic alignment, timely delivery, and measurable value. This team also supports business analysis to define needs and translate them into actionable technology solutions. 
    • Project Management 
    • Business Analysis 
  • Serves as the primary liaison between UITS and university stakeholders, ensuring IT services meet evolving campus needs and that feedback informs strategic priorities. 
    • Business Relationship Management 
  • Supports technology adoption and user engagement through coordinated communications and structured change management practices. This team ensures that IT initiatives are effectively introduced and embraced by the KSU community. 
    Communications 
    • Change Management 
  • Manages UITS financial operations, vendor contracts, and IT asset inventory. This team ensures fiscal accountability, cost optimization, and effective vendor partnerships. 
    • Budgeting and Administrative Services 
    • UITS Facilities & Device Inventory 
    • IT Performance and Analytics 
    • IT Governance – ITSM / ITIL 
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Infrastructure & Operations

Associate Vice President Infrastructure and Operations
& Deputy CIO: Jim Herbert

The Infrastructure & Operations unit is responsible for building and maintaining the university’s core IT platforms - from the network to enterprise systems and applications. This team supports the day-to-day technical operations of KSU, manages cloud and data center environments, and oversees enterprise applications critical to student services, finance, HR, and administration. Whether developing applications in-house or integrating third-party systems, the team ensures operational excellence, performance, and security. 

Core Functional Areas

  • Enterprise Infrastructure Services is responsible for designing, operating, and maintaining the core technical infrastructure that supports KSU’s enterprise systems and digital services. This group ensures secure, reliable, and scalable platforms for networking, computing, identity management, and communications, forming the backbone of the university’s IT environment. 
    • Enterprise Architecture 
    • Network Services 
    • Compute & Storage Services 
    • Identity Services (IAM) 
    • Collaboration and Communications Services 

  • Enterprise Application Services manages the university’s portfolio of enterprise software systems, ensuring they support the academic, administrative, and auxiliary functions of KSU. This team provides both operational support and custom development, helping deliver reliable, user-centered applications that meet the evolving needs of the university. 

    • Application Support  
      • Academic Systems and Technology 
      • Administrative Systems and Technology 
        • Student Information Systems 
      • Auxiliary Support 
    • Application Development
      • Software Engineering 
      • Web & Mobile Services 
  • Enterprise Data Management Services oversees the platforms, tools, and services that enable data integration, automation, analytics, and reporting across the university. This team provides the foundation for a data-informed institution by delivering modern infrastructure and intelligence capabilities to support decision-making at all levels. 
    • Digital Automation and Integration Services 
    • Enterprise Business Intelligence 
    • Enterprise Data Platforms (M) 
      • Data Analytics Infrastructure (Fabric) 
      • Database Services 
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Client Experience & Solutions

Associate Vice President: Ashley Neely

Client Experience & Solutions is the front line of IT at KSU, responsible for the tools, people, and processes that support everyday technology needs. This team ensures faculty, staff, and students receive exceptional, responsive, and user-centered support. From classroom technologies to device provisioning and technical field support, the division is committed to making technology accessible, efficient, and empowering.

Core Functional Areas

  • Client Support Services (Tier 1)
    Serves as the first point of contact for IT assistance, handling incoming service requests and resolving common technical issues. This team focuses on responsiveness, communication, and user education. 
    • Service Desk 
    • Training Services 
  • Technical Support Services (Tier 2)
    Provides in-depth support for more complex technical issues and ensures reliable technology in learning and working environments. This team supports classroom and field-based needs across the university. 
    • Field & Classroom Support Services (TSS) 
  • Endpoint Lifecycle & Engineering (Tier 3) 
    Manages the full lifecycle of endpoint devices and classroom technology infrastructure. This team handles device provisioning, engineering, and installation to ensure consistency, security, and usability across campus. 
    • Classroom Engineering & Installation Services  
    • Endpoint Lifecycle  
    • Endpoint Engineering 
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Cybersecurity Office

Associate Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer:
Stephen Gay

The Cybersecurity Office leads the protection of university systems, data, and users through strategic security operations, governance, and risk management. The CISO develops and enforces cybersecurity policy, builds resilience across KSU’s digital landscape, and leads the charge in regulatory compliance, threat detection, and security awareness. The office also plays a critical federated role, coordinating closely with research security teams to support regulated data environments. As digital threats evolve, the Cybersecurity Office ensures KSU remains vigilant, responsive, and aligned with national standards.

Core Functional Areas

  • Data Security & Awareness Promotes a security-first culture across the university by delivering cybersecurity training and implementing data loss prevention strategies. This team empowers users with the knowledge and tools to protect institutional and personal data. 
    • Cybersecurity Training 
    • Data Loss Prevention (DLP) 
  • Security Intelligence & Response Monitors, detects, and responds to cyber threats in real time. This team leads security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management to reduce risk and maintain the integrity of KSU’s digital environment. 
    • Security Operations 
    • Incident Response 
    • Vulnerability Management 
  • Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC)
    Ensures that KSU’s cybersecurity practices align with regulatory standards and institutional policies. This team oversees governance frameworks, risk assessments, and vendor security evaluations to uphold accountability and compliance. 
    • Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) 
    • Vendor Risk Management 
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Research IT

Associate Vice President Research Technology & Support: TBD—will be hired in 2026

Research IT will serve as a specialized unit focused on enabling faculty and scholars through advanced computing, secure environments, and technical consultation. This team will partner closely with the Office of Research and UITS technical teams to provide the infrastructure and services required for modern research, especially involving sensitive or regulated data.

 

Planned Functional Areas

  • Supports HPC, secure environments, and data workflows.
  • Assists researchers with grant proposals, infrastructure planning, and system onboarding.
  • Ensures research environments meet compliance standards and performance needs.