TYSONS, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) today announced that DXC Chief Financial Officer, Paul Saleh, has been named Chief Executive Officer of DXC’s U.S. State and Local Health and Human Services business, effective upon closing of the sale of the business to Veritas Capital. Paul’s appointment as the CEO ensures continuity of management and an effective transition, delivering significant value to both employees and customers as this business becomes a standalone organization. Paul will continue to serve as DXC CFO until the closing of the sale.

DXC is conducting an external search for a new CFO. DXC veteran Neil Manna, Senior Vice-President & Corporate Controller, will serve as interim CFO.

“It is very rewarding to see this opportunity develop for Paul,” said DXC President & CEO Mike Salvino. “It has allowed him to build on the foundation of his experience with DXC to move from CFO to the CEO of this business, and I want to thank Paul for his contributions to the company over the past eight years.”

DXC has confirmed that it is on track to complete the sale of the U.S. State and Local Health and Human Services business to Veritas Capital on October 1, 2020. DXC also reaffirmed guidance for Q2 of FY21.

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