David Raymond appointed associate vice president for security and identity

The Division of Information Technology has a new organizational structure designed to increase communication and collaboration across Virginia Tech's IT security and identity management units.

Effective on Nov. 1, the Information Technology Security Office and Lab, Secure Identity Services, and the Cyber Range will be grouped under the leadership of David Raymond, who has been appointed associate vice president for security and identity.

This reorganization is designed to enhance coordination between these critical units, ensuring a unified and streamlined approach to protecting Virginia Tech’s data and IT environment. It will also strengthen the Division of IT's ability to raise the profile of security and identity needs across the Virginia Tech community.

While the leadership structure evolves, each unit will continue to fulfill its existing mission:

• The Information Technology Security Office and Lab will maintain its focus on providing tools, services, and guidance to ensure a secure IT landscape. Randy Marchany will continue his role as Virginia Tech information security officer.
• Secure Identity Services will remain dedicated to advancing the university’s identity management, authentication, and authorization services, ensuring secure and flexible access to university resources. Kevin Rooney will continue as interim executive director.
• The Cyber Range will carry on its mission to advance cybersecurity education and workforce development throughout Virginia and beyond. A search for a new leader of the Cyber Range will be conducted as David Raymond assumes his broader role. During the interval, Operations Manager Vicky Ratcliffe will be stepping in as interim director of the Cyber Range.

“In a time where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, designing, building, and safeguarding our institution’s data and identities is not just a priority – it’s essential to our continued success. This change in structure affirms our dedication to creating an efficient, responsive, and secure environment for the Virginia Tech community. It also affirms our commitment to the provision of exceptional cybersecurity education services in our state and across the nation. We are fortunate to have a trusted, qualified, and experienced leader to continue to advance our security, identity, and cybersecurity education efforts,” said Sharon P. Pitt, vice president for information technology and chief information officer.