CSC, a leading global IT services company, today announced that Michael W. Laphen has informed the Board of Directors of his plan to retire as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. Laphen, 61, will continue to serve until a successor is named and the CEO transition is complete, but no later than October 31, 2012.

The Board has formed a search committee to identify a new CEO and has retained Heidrick & Struggles, a nationally recognized executive recruiting firm, to advise the Board on potential candidates.

“I began my professional career with CSC in 1977, and I am proud to have been a part of the Company’s growth and evolution into a premier, global IT services company,” said Laphen. “CSC’s dedicated employees and management team have put CSC on a solid footing, and I am confident that the company is well positioned for its next phase of growth and development. I look forward to working with the Board of Directors and my successor to ensure a seamless transition.”