Dr. Charles Romine, Director of the Information Technology Laboratory (ITL) at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), has been recognized with the prestigious Arthur S. Flemming Award for his exceptional leadership and management in advancing information technology standards, measurement, and research. Under his guidance, ITL has experienced significant growth in both scope and budget, with its responsibilities expanding to include critical initiatives such as the National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and the Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science.
Romine’s leadership has been instrumental in developing an organization capable of attracting top talent from around the world, despite the highly competitive nature of the information technology industry. His agile and creative approach has enabled ITL to address some of the most complex challenges facing the United States, positioning the organization for future success in driving economic growth and ensuring the nation’s cybersecurity.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/nist-awards/2016-arthur-s-flemming-award-charles-romine
Keywords: NIST, Quantum, Cybersecurity
