Gen. Touhill seems to be a competent and capable individual.  Unfortunately, he is walking into an environment that needs tremendous help, largely due to a lack of focus and attention.  I wish him the best and believe this is a sound move on the part of the US Government to address cybersecurity concerns.

https://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2016/09/12/the-us-gets-its-first-chief-information-security-officer/