On behalf of our public-sector client, Affinity is seeking a Chief Courts Information Officer to be accountable for the strategic leadership, governance, and delivery of information management (IM), information technology (IT), and digital services for the Courts. The CCIO ensures that court information systems, digital services, and technology investments support judicial independence, court administration, access to justice, operational efficiency, privacy, and security. On behalf of our public-sector client, Affinity is seeking a Chief Courts Information Officer to be accountable for the strategic leadership, governance, and delivery of information management (IM), information technology (IT), and digital services for the Courts. The CCIO ensures that court information systems, digital services, and technology investments support judicial independence, court administration, access to justice, operational efficiency, privacy, and security. Project management, change management and strategic planning processes for the effective delivery and management of both short and long-term information technology goals set by the judiciary. Represent the interests of the judiciary recognizing judicial independence in their day-today operations of and/or projects involving implementing and/or updating software, databases and digital tools used by the judiciary or involving judicial data and court information. The Chief Court Information Officer (“CCIO”) must have the ability to work cooperatively and harmoniously with all members of the judiciary and both senior and front-line court administration staff, as we as internal and external stakeholders. Lead the modernization of court information systems, including case management, e-filing, digital evidence, and courtroom technology.



Education and/or training involving computer science, information technology, cyber security or related field. Significant work experience, preferably 5 years or more, in information technology and information governance, with a focus on cybersecurity and records retention. Solid understanding of legal and regulatory requirements related to information management, cybersecurity, and records retention. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective information management strategies for an increasingly digital legal work environment. Extensive experience conducting IT and information security research and providing advice and opinions, preferably at a senior executive level. Well-developed planning and organizational skills in order to accomplish the position’s responsibilities and meet target dates and set priorities. Experience using MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook and online legal research databases which may be used by the judiciary. Familiarity with JUDICLOUD (federally appointed judges email network) and/or PowerBI is considered an asset. Stakeholder engagement
- Build effective relationships with the judiciary, court administrators, justice partners, central government IT organizations, and external stakeholders. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. On-site attendance is a mandatory requirement for this role. Must be able to provide a satisfactory criminal record check and security clearance. Relevant certifications such as the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

📌 Virtual CIO (Canada)
🏢 Affinity
📍 Canada