Management HQ - Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC)

The Management HQ - Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) program, identified as Program Element (PE) 0605998KA, is a line item within the Department of Defense (DoD) budget that provides funding for the headquarters management functions of the Defense Technical Information Center. DTIC is a DoD Field Activity under the authority of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (USD(R&E)). This program element specifically supports the personnel, administrative, and contract support costs associated with DTIC's headquarters staff.

The primary objective of this line item is to ensure the effective and efficient management of DTIC's business operations by funding essential headquarters activities. This includes activity leadership, strategic planning, and front office support, which are necessary for the overall direction and oversight of DTIC's mission.

The consolidation of these functions within this program element is intended to improve efficiency across the organization and support DTIC's broader operational activities, particularly those funded under its primary program element, PE 0605801KA.

A significant portion of the funding is allocated to Financial Management and Comptroller functions. These activities provide integrated resource management at the agency level, enabling DTIC to obtain, control, and execute its budget and manpower authorities. The financial management team is responsible for preparing agency budget documents and exhibits for submission to both the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Congress. They also partner with the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with federal requirements, including Financial Improvement and Audit Remediation (FIAR) activities.

Another key objective is to support Human Resources (HR) Liaison Support for the DTIC enterprise. This includes payroll processing, recruitment, employee training, professional development, and staff certification programs in areas such as acquisition, financial management, and information technology. The HR team coordinates with DFAS for HR servicing and with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) for Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) program maintenance, ensuring compliance with federal employment standards and regulations.

The program also funds Mandatory Records Management compliance activities and administration programs. These activities ensure that DTIC adheres to federal records management laws and regulations, which are critical for transparency, accountability, and the preservation of important government information.

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) function is another essential component supported by this budget line. The CIO is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting information necessary to manage DTIC's enterprise IT resources. These activities are conducted in compliance with DoD CIO guidance and mandates, ensuring that DTIC's information technology infrastructure supports its mission and meets federal cybersecurity and data management standards.

The goals and objectives of PE 0605998KA are focused on providing the management infrastructure necessary for DTIC to fulfill its mission as the DoD's central resource for scientific and technical information. The line item supports the foundational headquarters functions mandated by law or regulation. The FY 2026 budget reflects a minor decrease due to department-level efficiencies in compliance with Executive Order 14210, which aims to optimize the federal workforce and improve government efficiency.