Elizabeth Durham-RuizDirector, Command, Control, Communications, and Computer Systems
U.S. Strategic Command
Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
Topic: Ms. Elizabeth Durham-Ruiz will be speaking on "Building Peace Through Strength." She will provide an overview of peacekeeping efforts supported by the Department of Defense over the years and offer insights into Secretary Hegseth’s guidance to the Department.
Topic: Ms. Elizabeth Durham-Ruiz will be speaking on "Building Peace Through Strength." She will provide an overview of peacekeeping efforts supported by the Department of Defense over the years and offer insights into Secretary Hegseth’s guidance to the Department.
Ms. Elizabeth Durham-Ruiz serves as the Director of Command, Control, Communications, and Computer Systems (C4) and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM). In this role, she is responsible for ensuring global-integrated C4 capabilities that support U.S. Strategic Command’s execution of full-spectrum operations, including global strike, nuclear deterrence, missile defense, and cyberspace operations.
As the Director of C4 Systems, Data, and Artificial Intelligence (AI), she translates Department of Defense (DoD) and Joint Chiefs of Staff communications and information policies into actionable strategies across the command. Her expertise in cloud computing, big data, cybersecurity, and collaborative solutions enables her to drive innovation and resilience in national defense systems.
As CIO, Ms. Durham-Ruiz leads the development, coordination, and implementation of USSTRATCOM’s enterprise information environment in alignment with DoD Chief Information Officer initiatives, policies, and guidance. She oversees critical IT governance functions, including Clinger-Cohen Act compliance, information resource management, capital planning, business process improvements, and portfolio management.
A recognized leader in nuclear and national command, control, communications, and computer systems, as well as military and commercial satellite systems, Ms. Durham-Ruiz has extensive experience building and guiding cross-functional teams within the DoD, U.S. Government, private sector, and academia. She is an expert in organizational design, human capital management, strategic planning, and execution, ensuring mission effectiveness for the Joint Warfighter.
