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University of Virginia Community Credit Union Members deserve the best, which is why we seek to engage talented and enthusiastic people who have a passion for excellence and a commitment to the credit union ideal of service and financial education. Be a part of something special – a not-for-profit financial cooperative with the social purpose of ‘people helping people.’
Senior Vice President, Technology – Full Time – Charlottesville, VA
SUMMARY: The Senior Vice President of Technology is responsible for leading and overseeing the technology strategy and operations within the financial institution. This role involves managing a team of IT professionals, ensuring the alignment of technology initiatives with business goals, and driving innovation to enhance the institution's competitive edge. Additionally, this position is responsible for the Technology Service Desk, Application Management, and Technology Infrastructure teams. Reporting to the CIO, the incumbent fills an integral role supporting the institution's success, ensuring that technology initiatives are strategically aligned with business goals, operations run smoothly and securely, and the institution is prepared for any disruptions. This role demands a blend of strategic vision, operational expertise, and strong leadership capabilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Chief Information Officer to develop and implement a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with the institution's business goals.
- Act as a technology advisor, offering insights and recommendations to drive business growth and innovation.
- Identify opportunities for leveraging and the implementation of RPA, Machine Learning, and AI to drive strategic initiatives, enhance business processes, and deliver innovative solutions aligned with the institution's goals.
- Engage with senior executives and key stakeholders to understand technology needs and provide effective solutions.
- Lead and inspire the technology team, promoting a culture of service excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Establish performance metrics, conduct regular evaluations, and implement strategies to enhance team productivity and engagement.
- Manage technology budgets, resources, and vendor relationships to optimize cost-effectiveness and service delivery.
- Oversee the operations of the technology department, ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of IT systems and infrastructure.
- Collaborate with the CIO and VP of Information Security to implement robust cybersecurity measures, protecting sensitive financial data and ensuring regulatory compliance. Evaluate AI-based systems for real-time threat detection, identifying and mitigating security threats with greater accuracy and speed.
- Lead the adoption and management of cloud-based infrastructure and services, ensuring seamless integration with on-premises systems.
- Develop and implement strategies for infrastructure optimization, cost reduction, and performance enhancement.
- Oversee the management and optimization of the financial core processing platform, ensuring its reliability, security, and performance. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to implement upgrades and enhancements to support business needs and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
- Ten or more years of experience in technology leadership roles, preferably within the financial services industry.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a field required. Master’s degree preferred. Equivalent education or experience considered.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
We offer an attractive suite of benefits to employees who work an average of 20 hours per week or more, including: Health, Dental, Vision, a 10% company Retirement Plan Contribution after the first year of employment. Employees are eligible for Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Health & Wellness Spending Account, Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Loan Discounts. Full-time employees accrue Paid Time Off starting with 18 days accrual annually, and 13 company paid holidays. Employees are also eligible for Family Forming Leave, and Volunteer Time Off.
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the University of Virginia Community Credit Union, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
$200,000.00-$230,000.00 Annually
