Acting Secretary of the Navy Appoints M. Barry Tanner as Chief Information Officer
August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following news release:
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Appoints M. Barry Tanner as Chief Information Officer
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"To win in a contested maritime environment, our Sailors and Marines must have absolute decision superiority," said Acting Secretary Cao. "The modern battlefield is defined by data, secure communication, and rapid decision-making. Information is a critical weapon system . . .
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Appoints M. Barry Tanner as Chief Information Officer
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"To win in a contested maritime environment, our Sailors and Marines must have absolute decision superiority," said Acting Secretary Cao. "The modern battlefield is defined by data, secure communication, and rapid decision-making. Information is a critical weapon system . . .