Chief Information Officer

The CIO will work closely with the executive leadership team to define technology investments, system upgrades, information security initiatives, and long-term IT planning.

This is a leadership role that requires deep engagement with business operations. We are looking for a candidate who is not only technically proficient but also possesses strong budget management skills, the ability to collaborate effectively with department heads, and the capacity to make decisions that have a significant impact on the entire organization

Core Responsibilities

Assume full responsibility for the company’s IT operations, infrastructure, business systems, and technology teams.

Develop technology strategies to support current business needs and future growth objectives.

Manage the IT budget, evaluate major technology acquisitions, and oversee relationships with external vendors.

Collaborate with information security and compliance teams to protect company systems and sensitive information; ensure the reliability of business systems, and maintain backup processes and disaster recovery plans.

Partner with finance, operations, and other departments to gain a deep understanding of their specific technology requirements.

Report on technology performance, the progress of major projects, costs, and risk status to the senior management team.

Recruit, manage, and develop technical leadership talent and their respective teams.

Oversee major technology projects, ensuring they are delivered successfully within agreed-upon budgets and timelines.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

12+ years of experience in IT or technology management, including significant experience in senior leadership roles.

Prior experience in financial services, investment management, banking, or the fintech sector is highly preferred.

Proven experience managing enterprise-level systems, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and technology budgets.

Familiarity with regulatory requirements, data protection standards, and information security practices within the financial industry.

Extensive experience managing technical teams, external vendors, and complex technology projects.

Strong business acumen, with the ability to clearly explain technical issues to executives from non-technical backgrounds.

Experience managing organizational change, technology upgrades, and business continuity planning. Compensation and Benefits, We are seeking an individual with extensive experience in building and managing hands-on technical operations someone who goes beyond merely defining IT strategy and possesses the practical ability to execute and deliver results.

The ideal candidate will be able to discern when to invest in new systems versus when to optimize existing ones, and will know how to strike the right balance between business requirements and the security, reliability, and cost of technical systems.

Most importantly, we need a leader who is prepared to take ownership of technical decisions and collaborate effectively with other members of the management team.

The compensation package may include an annual performance bonus, retirement benefits, health insurance, paid time off, and long-term incentives, subject to company policy., * 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance