Greg Williams

Greg Williams serves as the Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer (CIO) where he provides strategic leadership for information technology services, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, infrastructure, research computing, and digital transformation initiatives across the university.

Prior to joining UCCS in 2008, Greg held roles with several multi-state companies managing IT infrastructure. During his time at UCCS, he has held several leadership roles within OIT. Since 2015, Greg has taught numerous courses in cybersecurity, programming, and enterprise system management for the College of Engineering and Applied Science and for CU on Coursera. He wanted to ensure the same technology OIT deployed allowed students to learn and faculty to teach effectively.

Greg earned his Master of Engineering degree at UCCS and is currently working on his PhD dissertation in cybersecurity. He has held numerous IT certifications primarily in cybersecurity and service management. He is particularly interested in the practical application of emerging technologies, cybersecurity resilience, shared governance, and advancing digital innovation.

Known for his collaborative leadership style, Greg frequently works with campus leaders, faculty, researchers, and technology professionals to build sustainable technology strategies that support teaching, learning, research, and institutional success.