Paul Girard
About Paul Girard
Paul Girard serves as the Executive Director and Chief Information Officer at the Government of Canada, a position he has held since 2010. He has over three decades of experience in information technology, including previous roles at Allstream, General Dynamics Canada, and Nortel.
Work at Government of Canada
Paul Girard has served as the Executive Director and Chief Information Officer at the Government of Canada since 2010. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction and management of information technology initiatives within the government. His tenure has been marked by efforts to enhance digital services and improve the efficiency of government operations through technology.
Education and Expertise
Paul Girard studied at the University of Ottawa, where he gained foundational knowledge in information technology and management. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the field, particularly in leadership roles that require a deep understanding of IT systems and organizational strategy.
Background
Before his current position, Paul Girard held several significant roles in the technology sector. He worked at Nortel as Director of eBusiness from 1982 to 2001, where he contributed to the development of online business strategies. He then served as CIO at General Dynamics Canada from 2002 to 2010, managing IT operations and aligning technology with business goals.
Previous Experience
Paul Girard's career includes a position as a Senior Enterprise Architect at Allstream for one year, from 2001 to 2002. This role involved designing and implementing enterprise-level IT solutions, further enhancing his expertise in information technology architecture and strategy.