Scott Wrightson

Scott Wrightson serves as the Chief Data Officer at the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Inspector General. He leads teams of data analysts, data architects, data auditors, and IT specialists who provide support for audits, inspections, and investigations dealing with complex, technological, and high-risk data problems. He is also responsible for using DHS OIG’s internal data to help make its operations more efficient and effective.

Wrightson previously served the DHS OIG as the Director of OIG-Wide Analytics and Support, as well as the Audit Manager.  He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Virginia and a Master of Policy Management from Georgetown University.