SVP, Information Technology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alaska, +7 more states.

📋 Description

• Formulate and implement the organization’s IT strategy in collaboration with the CEOO.

• Oversee the Information Systems and Technology departments.

• Define, communicate, and guide the strategic objectives of IT functions.

• Design and implement enterprise architecture for the credit union.

• Lead and nurture a team of IT professionals.

• Ensure optimal IT operations performance to fulfill SLAs, encompassing computer operations, network operations, infrastructure operations, user support, and daily reporting.

• Guarantee that systems are operational, secure, compliant, and recoverable.

• Manage computer, data, and network security.

• Oversee relationships with systems and software vendors, including contracts and SLAs.

• Collaborate with internal business partners to enhance member experience and streamline business processes.

• Engage in and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Represent the Credit Union in a professional manner while maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Participate in community activities, member relations, and events for the credit union.

• Monitor trends in financial services, business operations, information technologies, and project management.

• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience managing Information Technology for mid-sized organizations with complex, large-scale IT projects involving cross-functional disciplines.

• Proven experience in operational efficiency initiatives, systems development, and IT project and change management practices.

• Solid understanding of core systems, the software development life cycle, and the application development process.

• Strong familiarity with operational efficiency initiatives, systems development, implementations, and conversions.

• Comprehensive understanding of business processes and workflows, the systems development lifecycle, and change management.

• Excellent management and interpersonal skills across all staff levels.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Effective people management skills, particularly in performance management.

• Proficient in third-party/vendor management and contract negotiation.

• Strong problem-solving capabilities.

• Effective presentation skills and a self-starter attitude.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field such as computer science, information systems, or engineering.

• Experience in leading and executing technical projects, initiatives, and change management.

• Previous experience managing IT for a financial institution is preferred.

• Experience in an organization with a regional model that includes some matrix reporting structure is preferred.

• A postgraduate degree is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account

• 401(k) Matching

• Paid Time Off

• Training Provided

• Tuition Reimbursement