Chief Information Officer Barry Brummund Announces Retirement

After much reflection, Barry Brummund has announced plans to retire from his position as chief information officer of the University of Arizona effective, Friday, Jan. 17, 2025.

Under Brummund's leadership, University Information Technology Services has accomplished a tremendous amount of work in support of the university's mission. Great strides have been made in strengthening the university's cybersecurity culture, optimizing operational efficiency through elastic cloud infrastructure, and enhancing the student digital experience with personalized and unified solutions. UITS dedicated teams have maintained a world-class university network, supported the supercomputing needs of U of A faculty and expanded access to institutional data. In addition, UITS has elevated the university's position as a national and state-wide leader in information technology, winning awards and recognition for the university's success in providing secure, reliable, efficient, and innovative information technology services.

Reflecting on his time at the university, Brummund said, "It has been a privilege to work alongside such a talented group of people within UITS and across the university who are committed to serving the institution's mission. I am truly grateful for all that we have achieved together, and I know I am a better person for having had the opportunity to work with so many wonderful people. I wish the university continued success in serving the needs of Arizona."

Information on the search for his successor will be forthcoming.