1. (a) In this section, "state cybersecurity program" means the policies, standards, procedures, elements, structure, strategies, objectives, plans, metrics, reports, services, and resources that establish the cybersecurity function for this state.
2. (b) The chief directs the day-to-day operations and policies of the command and oversees and is responsible for all functions and duties of the command.

3. (c) The chief shall oversee cybersecurity matters for this state including:

   1. (1) implementing the duties described by Section 2063.004;
   2. (2) developing a statewide cybersecurity framework;
   3. (3) overseeing the development of cybersecurity policies and standards;
   4. (4) collaborating with governmental entities and other entities operating or exercising control over state information systems or state-controlled data critical to strengthen this state's cybersecurity and information security policies, standards, and guidelines;
   5. (5) overseeing the implementation of the policies, standards, and requirements developed under this chapter;
   6. (6) providing cybersecurity leadership, strategic direction, and coordination for the state cybersecurity program;

   7. (7) providing strategic direction to:

      1. (A) the network security center established under Section 2059.101; and
      2. (B) regional security operations centers operated under Subchapter G; and

   8. (8) overseeing the preparation and submission of the report described by Section 2063.301.

      Transferred, redesignated and amended from Government Code, Section 2054.510 by Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 331 (H.B. 150), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2025.

Added by Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1079 (S.B. 621), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2023.