Nextgov: Napolitano Says No Need for IT in Cabinet
'Segregating the IT function no longer is adequate,' says Homeland Security Secretary
October 20, 2009 — Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano shot down the prospect of a cabinet-level information technology position during an online video address on Tuesday, according to Jill R. Aitoro.
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