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Original posting from First International Bank & Trust
Position: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
First International Bank & Trust continues with our technology modernization efforts across IT, data, and information security. With nearly 30 branches across four states and over 100 years of service to rural and urban communities, we are well positioned for the future. Our U.S.
-based technology team of approximately 50 FTEs and three Director/VP‑level direct reports will have a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) spearheading several new initiatives and challenges, from establishing a true enterprise data strategy and cloud modernization to defining how AI can best serve the business, addressing technical debt, and prioritizing cybersecurity.
We seek a leader with experience in banking or adjacent financial services, preferably with a software engineering background, who has led a professional services technology organization, optimized team efficiency, delivered ROI on tech investments, and aligned technology roadmaps with broader company strategy. The CTO will be a true business partner at the executive table, ensuring our technology and digital roadmap creates innovation aligned with business goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Technology Strategy & Leadership – Develop and execute a business‑aligned technology roadmap that drives measurable outcomes, optimizes operations, enables innovation, and positions technology as a strategic growth engine.
- Architecture & Infrastructure – Design and secure scalable system architectures, lead complex API and banking integrations, and oversee on‑premises and cloud strategy, migrations, and infrastructure security.
- Cybersecurity & Risk – Implement comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks, conduct threat modeling and disaster recovery planning, and manage vendor relationships with rigorous third‑party risk assessments.
- Data & Analytics – Develop data architecture and governance strategies, and leverage analytics, AI, and ML for key business processes.
- Development Oversight – Promote Agile, SDLC best practices, code quality standards, and security integration.
- Fintech Expertise – Drive innovation for payment platforms, BaaS, and related technologies.
- Regulatory Compliance – Ensure adherence to AML, KYC, and applicable regulatory frameworks while enabling responsible innovation and lead preparation for enterprise‑wide regulatory IT examinations.
Qualifications
- Senior technology leader with extensive experience driving innovation and transformation within highly regulated industries.
- Deep expertise in enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, data governance, and advanced analytics technologies.
- Strong understanding of AI, machine learning, real‑time data processing, and regulatory compliance frameworks, with hands‑on risk management experience.
- Proven ability to manage large‑scale technology budgets, align investments to strategic business objectives, and lead distributed global teams.
- Recognized for exceptional leadership, communication, and team‑building capabilities, fostering high‑performing and results‑driven technology organizations.
Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Generous PTO and Holiday Pay
Equal Opportunity Employer
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