Eric Hysen, formerly the Chief Information Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), has joined Salesforce as the Chief AI & Transformation Officer for Legal & Corporate Affairs. In this role, Hysen will collaborate with Salesforce President and Chief Legal Officer Sabastian Niles to integrate advanced AI capabilities across the company’s legal, compliance, government, and public affairs teams. His focus will be on streamlining operations, unlocking new opportunities, and setting standards for strong governance and ethical innovation. Hysen expressed his enthusiasm for the role, emphasizing the importance of moving quickly and boldly in AI adoption while maintaining trust and responsibility at the core. ([orangeslices.ai](https://orangeslices.ai/dhs-chief-ai-officer-takes-chief-ai-transformation-officer-role-with-salesforce/?utm_source=openai))
During his tenure at DHS, Hysen played a pivotal role in promoting AI innovation and safety. He advised DHS leadership on AI issues and led the department’s first AI Task Force, which aimed to enhance mission areas such as supply chain integrity, cargo screening, and criminal network disruption. ([dhs.gov](https://www.dhs.gov/archive/news/2024/06/25/dhs-hires-first-10-experts-ai-corps-recruiting-sprint?utm_source=openai))
Hysen’s appointment aligns with Salesforce’s ongoing commitment to ethical AI use. The company has previously established an Office of Ethical and Humane Use to ensure responsible technology development. ([businessinsider.in](https://www.businessinsider.in/salesforce-is-hiring-its-first-chief-ethical-and-humane-use-officer-to-make-sure-its-artificial-intelligence-isnt-used-for-evil/articleshow/67033956.cms?utm_source=openai))
Hysen’s transition to Salesforce reflects a broader trend of technology leaders moving between public service and the private sector, bringing valuable experience to corporate roles. His background in both government and technology positions him to drive AI adoption within Salesforce’s legal and corporate affairs departments.