Benny Thottam
Director
Former Chief Information Officer, New York City Fire Department
Benny Thottam joined GovSourcing following his tenure as Chief Information Officer and Deputy Commissioner of Technology at the New York City Fire Department (FDNY).
In that role, he led the department’s long-term technology strategy, ensuring alignment with the broader goals of New York City. He oversaw the development and implementation of new systems, modernized existing applications, and managed the daily operations of the Bureau of Technology.
Prior to FDNY, Mr. Thottam had a distinguished 20-year career in New York State government, serving as CIO for both the State Education Department and the Department of Labor. Earlier in his career, he was Deputy CIO for the New York State Attorney General’s Office.