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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. 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 Bank’s long-term vision.

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Overview:
<a href="https://firstneighbor.com/" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">First Neighbor Bank</a> (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. We’re seeking a Chief Information & Technology Officer (CITO) to provide strategic leadership for the Bank’s 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 Bank’s 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.

Responsibilities:
<ul><li>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.</li><li>Direct and oversee the Bank’s enterprise-wide information systems, IT operations, and cybersecurity and loss mitigation activities.</li><li>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.</li><li>Develop and guide the technical IT architecture strategy in maintaining infrastructure, budgeting and enhancement.</li><li>Research, monitor, and analyze industry trends, emerging technologies, and IT performance to guide innovation and continuous improvement.</li><li>Proactively engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization to understand business needs, identify process inefficiencies, and evaluate opportunities to drive operational efficiency.</li><li>Design and implement operational technical solutions for clear business value.</li><li>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.</li><li>Prepare and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective technology investments and resource allocation.</li><li>Oversee disaster recovery and business continuity planning, including regular updates, testing, and communication.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and evaluate IT staff while fostering a culture of learning and innovation.</li><li>Manage IT help desk operations to ensure timely and effective support and resolution.</li><li>Resolve network, system, and technology issues as needed.</li><li>Ownership of project identification, implementation and timely full completion.</li><li>Maintain required records and prepare reports for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.</li><li>Promote FNB products and services, encouraging referrals to investment, insurance, tax, and accounting services.</li><li>Represent FNB at civic and community events to enhance the Bank’s image and support business development.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
<ul><li>Five to ten plus years of progressively responsible IT experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field preferred.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity practices, IT risk management, and regulatory compliance; banking or financial services experience preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop, lead and execute IT strategy aligned with business objectives.</li><li>Strong leadership, management, coaching, and team-development skills.</li><li>Proven ability to manage budgets, vendors, and complex, multi-priority projects with tight deadlines.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Innovative and service-oriented mindset with a focus on customer experience, efficiency, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Windows applications, internet-based platforms, and related technologies.</li><li>Ability to supervise and manage business equipment, security, and communications systems at branch facilities.</li></ul> 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.<ul><li>Annual salary range of $125-160,000, commensurate with experience.</li><li>Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and annual bonus opportunity. </li><li>401(k) with company match.</li><li>Health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, Long-and-short term disability, wellness program, FSA, Health Savings Account, and employee assistance program.</li><li>Continuing education reimbursement.</li></ul> OMNI Human Resource Solutions is honored to be retained in this search. We appreciate your referrals to professionals who may have an interest in this outstanding opportunity.Formal interest accepted through the <a href="https://searchcareers-omniemployment.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&hashed=-435680893&mobile=false&width=1269&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-360&jun1offset=-300" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">OMNI Executive Career Portal</a>.Please direct all inquiries to: OMNI Human Resource SolutionsStacey Cowan, Senior Search Consultant, Practice Leader - Local Government Services scowan@omnihrm.com OMNI and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment.

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