Information Technology Expert Appointed New Deputy Secretary at Pennsylvania OA

HARRISBURG, Pa. Jan. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Secretary of Administration
Naomi Wyatt announced the appointment today of Brenda Orth as the department's
deputy secretary for information technology.

"We are very excited to have Brenda take over this position. With more than 25
years of management experience in the field of information systems, she will
bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the commonwealth," Wyatt said.
"She also has the drive and energy to tackle our important information
technology initiatives. Under her leadership, we will continue to develop
sound policies and deliver efficient and effective IT services across the
commonwealth."

Orth will lead and coordinate information technology services for the
commonwealth in accordance with Governor Rendell's management objectives. She
will oversee enterprise-wide technology policies, standards, architecture and
solutions to enhance system interoperability, data security and cost
effectiveness.

Orth has been employed as an information technology professional with the
commonwealth since 2003 and, most recently, served as chief technology
officer. Prior to her state employment, Orth served 20 years with Exxon Mobil
Corporation as an information technology professional, where she implemented
major, multi-national business projects and managed large, strategic
information technology systems.

CONTACT:
Mia DeVane
717-772-4237

SOURCE Pennsylvania Office of Administration

Mia DeVane of the Pennsylvania Office of Administration, +1-717-772-4237