DHS is taking steps toward developing and implementing its component financial systems consolidation program but does not have the necessary planning documents in place and approved for the effort, the DHS inspector general has said.
It also said total life cycle cost estimates for the "transformation and systems consolidation" – TASC – initiative, are not inclusive of all project costs and that staffing projections have not been finalized.
According to the IG’s audit, OIG-10-95, the CIO has had limited involvement, increasing the risk that the DHS enterprise architecture and security requirements may not be incorporated into the new system.
The IG called on the deputy chief financial officer to finalize all planning documents for the TASC initiative; develop a staffing plan that includes certifications, qualifications, and work experience levels of all program staff required to manage the project; and ensure the CIO has sufficient involvement in the initiative.
