Chief Information & Technology Officer

First Neighbor Bank (FNB) has proudly served our customers for more than 135 years. Owned and operated by local neighbors FNB combines the values of relationship-driven first-name-basis banking with a commitment to safe sound and innovative financial services. With locations in Arthur Casey Charleston Greenup Mattoon Neoga Newman Paris and Toledo Illinois FNB remains deeply committed to our community-focused mission and small-town values while serving the personal and business financial needs of our current and future customers. As a community bank we believe strong relationships are the foundation of financial success for our employees our clients and our community.

Were seeking a Chief Information & Technology Officer (CITO) to provide strategic leadership for the Banks enterprise-wide information systems cybersecurity and IT operations. Reporting directly to the CEO this on-site leadership role based in Toledo IL partners closely with senior management and the Board of Directors to ensure technology initiatives support regulatory compliance operational excellence and the Banks long-term vision. The ideal candidate is a proactive forward-thinking technology leader with strong banking or regulated-industry experience and a deep understanding of cybersecurity and IT governance.

• Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team providing vision and leadership for IT and data security initiatives policies procedures and programs.
• Direct and oversee the Banks enterprise-wide information systems IT operations and cybersecurity and loss mitigation activities.
• Manage and provide oversight of the third-party Managed Services solutions provider and other vendor relationships including due diligence and ongoing review of critical and high-risk IT security programs.
• Develop and guide the technical IT architecture strategy in maintaining infrastructure budgeting and enhancement.
• Research monitor and analyze industry trends emerging technologies and IT performance to guide innovation and continuous improvement.
• Proactively engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization to understand business needs identify process inefficiencies and evaluate opportunities to drive operational efficiency.
• Design and implement operational technical solutions for clear business value.
• Develop maintain and ensure compliance with information security policies procedures audit requirements and standardized access controls to ensure users have appropriate and secure systems permissions.
• Prepare and manage the IT budget ensuring cost-effective technology investments and resource allocation.
• Oversee disaster recovery and business continuity planning including regular updates testing and communication.
• Lead mentor and evaluate IT staff while fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
• Manage IT help desk operations to ensure timely and effective support and resolution.
• Resolve network system and technology issues as needed.
• Ownership of project identification implementation and timely full completion.
• Maintain required records and prepare reports for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Promote FNB products and services encouraging referrals to investment insurance tax and accounting services.
• Represent FNB at civic and community events to enhance the Banks image and support business development.

• Five to ten plus years of progressively responsible IT experience including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Network Engineering Cybersecurity or a related field preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity practices IT risk management and regulatory compliance; banking or financial services experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop lead and execute IT strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Strong leadership management coaching and team-development skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets vendors and complex multi-priority projects with tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Innovative and service-oriented mindset with a focus on customer experience efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows applications internet-based platforms and related technologies.
• Ability to supervise and manage business equipment security and communications systems at branch facilities.

Benefits:

First Neighbor Bank is an employee-owned community-oriented company offering a fun family-focused atmosphere great company culture and excellent benefits package including employee discounts paid vacation and personal time.

• Annual salary range of $125-160000 commensurate with experience.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and annual bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health dental vision life insurance AD&D Long-and-short term disability wellness program FSA Health Savings Account and employee assistance program.
• Continuing education reimbursement.

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