Augustine Boateng

Augustine Boateng, a distinguished IT executive born in Ghana and now Deputy Chief Information Officer for the City of Memphis, has played pivotal roles in shaping the city’s technology landscape. With a background as Information Security Manager, Analyst, Senior Linux Engineer, and Systems Administrator, he brings a wealth of experience to his current position.

As Deputy CIO, Augustine drives innovation by integrating emerging technologies aligned with the city’s vision. His responsibilities include strategic technology leadership, technical guidance, managing IT infrastructure, and building high-performing teams. He excels in vendor management, negotiating contracts, and ensuring top-notch service delivery.

Augustine is dedicated to upholding the security and integrity of the city’s technical assets, enforcing IT governance policies, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Educationally, Augustine holds a BSc in Management Information Studies from Ghana’s Wisconsin International University College. His commitment to professional development is evidenced by certifications including CISSP, CEH, CNDA, ECIH, and ITIL.

Augustine actively contributes to the tech community, serving on advisory boards for Vation Ventures, customer advisory boards for Ironscales Inc. and CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc., and executive boards for the Cyber Risk Alliance. His memberships in the Society for Information Management and the Greater Memphis IT Council showcase his collaborative approach to industry advancement.

His insights and expertise are featured in publications like Cyber Magazine and Technology Magazine. Augustine Boateng stands as a beacon in the IT realm, combining technical proficiency with strategic foresight to drive transformative change in Memphis, emphasizing responsible and innovative technology use for community betterment