Manages and coordinates one or more large research and/or survey databases, performing specified data analyses and studies, and developing and presenting reports in support of various initiatives, both internal and external to the Executive Chief Information Officer. Assesses business needs and provides technical guidance in the development and review of proposed agency solutions. Provides consultation, coordination, and/or staff support to various strategic committees and programs. Interprets, evaluates, and interrelates research data, and develops integrated business analyses and projections for incorporation into strategic decision-making. Researches the modeling of proposed IT solutions based on government and industry best practices and current standards. Coordinates and facilitates IT projects to improve information resource sharing in state government. Identifies, incorporates and develops, where appropriate, tools to support agency planning process. Identifies opportunities for interagency and public/private collaboration intended to improve the delivery of government services and maximize the use of state IT resources. Develops and publishes policies, procedures, and guidelines related to information technology as defined by state law or meet the needs of the state. Supports requests from the state executive, legislative, and judicial branches resulting in research or the formulation of task forces or strategic groups.