Phoenix, Ariz., Chooses IT Veteran Hambric as Acting CIO
Following the departure of Matthew Arvay, Phoenix, Ariz., has selected an acting CIO in Steen Hambric, who has been the city’s assistant CIO since 2017. Arvay now works in the private sector.
May 18, 2021 •
Shutterstock Steen Hambric is now acting CIO of Phoenix, Ariz., replacing departing CIO Matthew Arvay. The change occurred Friday, according to the city’s website.
Felicia N. Thompson, senior public information officer with the city’s Information Technology Services agency (ITS), stated that Arvay accepted an opportunity in the private sector.
Hambric was named acting CIO following an internal selection process. Thompson didn’t confirm whether a national search for a permanent replacement is in motion or will occur.