EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — New Mexico’s new cabinet secretary for the Department of Information Technology has an El Paso connection.
Manny Barreras was was appointed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to serve as the state’s next secretary for Information Technology. The announcement was made Friday, Sept. 6.
For the past 19 years, Barreras has worked for Motorola Solutions Inc., where he was the senior territory account manager for New Mexico and El Paso.
“Manny Barreras is an exceptional leader with a proven track record in driving innovative solutions and delivering critical communication systems for public safety,” Lujan Grisham said. “His extensive experience and deep understanding of the challenges facing state and local agencies make him the ideal person to lead the Department of Information Technology. I am confident that under his leadership, New Mexico will continue to advance our technology infrastructure to better serve our communities.”
According to the news release issued by the Governor’s Office, Barreras has more than 26 years of professional experience in sales and business development, including 22 years in technical sales, marketing management and public relations.
“Barreras brings a wealth of expertise to the role,” according to the news release.
Among Barreras’ work was a $20 million radio system upgrade for the NM Department of Information of Technology in 2023, the Governor’s Office said.
“I am honored to be appointed as Secretary of the Department of Information Technology,” Barreras said. “I look forward to working with Gov. Lujan Grisham and the dedicated team at DoIT to enhance New Mexico’s technology infrastructure, ensuring our state is at the forefront of innovation and providing the highest level of service to our residents.”
Barreras has a bachelor of business administration in marketing from New Mexico State University.
Barreras begins his new role on Monday, Sept. 9.
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