Governor’s Technology Office Announces Three Leadership Appointments: Casey Quinn as State Chief Privacy Officer & General Counsel, Megan Franklin as Communications and Policy Officer, and Jared Wilkin as Chief IT Manager of the Client Services Division

CARSON CITY, NV. — November 9, 2026 — The Governor’s Technology Office (GTO) today announced three leadership appointments, including the establishment of Nevada’s first State Chief Privacy Officer position. Casey Quinn has been named State Chief Privacy Officer and General Counsel, Megan Franklin as Communications and Policy Officer, and Jared Wilkin as Chief IT Manager of the Client Services Division.

“Establishing Nevada’s first State Chief Privacy Officer position is an important step in strengthening how we protect information, advance responsible data practices, and build trust in government technology,” said Timothy Galluzi, State Chief Information Officer and Executive Director of the Governor’s Technology Office. “Alongside Casey, Megan, and Jared’s leadership, we are strengthening the expertise and capabilities needed to support state agencies, modernize services, and advance Nevada’s technology priorities.”

Casey Quinn, State Chief Privacy Officer and General Counsel

Quinn is Nevada’s first State Chief Privacy Officer, leading statewide privacy governance and data protection efforts across executive branch agencies. As General Counsel for GTO, in partnership with the Attorney General’s Office, he supports the office’s legal functions and advises agency leadership on procurement and contracting, rulemaking, legislative matters, and emerging technology policy.

Quinn brings nearly two decades of legal experience in private practice and government service, including serving as a Senior Deputy Attorney General for the State of Nevada. His experience spans complex litigation, regulatory compliance, and advising businesses and government agencies on legal, operational, and policy matters. He holds the Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) credential and is licensed to practice law in Nevada, Arizona, and New York.

Megan Franklin, Communications and Policy Officer

Franklin leads GTO’s communications and public information efforts while advising executive leadership on communications strategy, statewide technology policy, legislative coordination, and strategic initiatives. Her role includes overseeing technology policy development and guidance, executive communications, stakeholder engagement, and legislative and intergovernmental coordination on matters affecting statewide technology.

Franklin brings more than a decade of leadership experience in strategic communications, executive operations, organizational strategy, and global program management. Her background includes advising senior executives, translating complex business and operational priorities into clear communications, leading cross-functional initiatives, and advancing organizational change across large, geographically dispersed teams. She has also led enterprise-wide engagement and leadership programs and driven operational improvements focused on organizational effectiveness and accountability.

Jared Wilkin, Chief IT Manager, Client Services Division

Wilkin provides strategic and operational leadership for GTO’s Client Services Division, overseeing application development, database administration and hosting, web development, Field Support Services, and the Enterprise Service Desk. He also oversees the division’s ServiceNow and OnBase platforms, which support service delivery and business operations across state government. He works closely with state agencies and technology partners to deliver reliable and effective technology services.

Wilkin has served the State of Nevada since 2013, beginning his career as an application developer with the Division of Child and Family Services. He later became the lead developer for UNITY, the state’s child welfare system, where he helped modernize the application. He joined GTO in 2022 as an IT Manager, overseeing application development, web services, and database administration before advancing to his current leadership role.

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About the Governor’s Technology Office

The Governor’s Technology Office serves Nevada by fostering innovative technology, collaborative governance and the delivery of exceptional services and solutions. Through the Office of Information Security and Cyber Defense, GTO helps state agencies strengthen security, manage cyber risk and support resilient public services.

Media Contact

Megan Franklin Communication and Policy Officer, Governor’s Technology Office (GTO) Phone: 775-684-5853 Email: meganfranklin@it.nv.gov | Carson City, NV