scope:

Purpose. This instruction assigns the position of Joint Community Warfighter (JCW) Chief Information Officer (CIO), establishes applicable policy, and outlines the duties and responsibilities of that position.

Applicability. This instruction applies to the Joint Staff, combatant commands, and joint activities that coordinate through the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. With regards to Capital Planning and Investment Control, the JCW CIO will represent the JCW in acquisition category (ACAT) and non- ACAT programs affecting the joint warfighting (deployable and non-deployable) aspects of the Global Information Grid (GIG). Consistent with 10 USC 2223, the Joint Staff/J-6 will act on behalf of the Joint Staff in ensuring interoperability among DOD components.