The bill establishes the Agency for State Systems and Enterprise Technology (ASSET) as a new entity within Florida's government, tasked with overseeing and improving the management of information technology across state agencies. It creates various divisions and offices within ASSET, including the Division of Administrative Services and the Office of Information Technology, and designates the executive director of ASSET as the state chief information officer (CIO). The bill outlines specific qualifications for the CIO, mandates a selection committee for the appointment process, and prohibits conflicts of interest with technology vendors. Additionally, it amends existing statutes to enhance cybersecurity measures, requiring comprehensive risk assessments and detailed reporting on technology projects.

The legislation also introduces new governance structures and reporting requirements for technology-related projects, particularly those exceeding $10 million, and establishes workgroups to facilitate collaboration among state agencies. It emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity training for employees and mandates the development of strategic cybersecurity plans. The bill further designates the Northwest Regional Data Center as the state data center, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws while promoting cloud-computing solutions. Overall, the bill aims to streamline technology governance, enhance cybersecurity, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of IT services within Florida's state agencies.

Statutes affected:
S 7026 pb: 97.0525, 119.0725, 216.023, 282.0051, 282.3185, 282.319, 282.201, 20.22, 282.604, 287.0591, 288.012, 443.1113, 943.0415, 1004.444