Director of Information Technology

First Commerce Credit Union • Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

First Commerce Credit Union is seeking a strategic technology leader to shape its digital future and elevate the member experience. The Director of Information Technology will define and execute the credit union’s technology vision and strategy, lead enterprise IT operations and systems development, and support organizational growth through secure, efficient, and scalable technology. The role champions information security, compliance, and risk mitigation; advances adoption of emerging technologies such as AI, cloud, and hybrid environments; and aligns technology initiatives with business goals in collaboration with executive leadership. The director also oversees vendor relationships and strategic IT partnerships, leads a high-performing IT team, and ensures reliable IT service delivery through change management and performance monitoring.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• At least 7 years of experience managing and/or directing IT operations.
• Proven success in strategic planning, project management, and team leadership.
• Deep knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, security protocols, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with Symitar, VDI, LAN/WAN, virtualization, and cloud technologies.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, collaborative, and results-oriented mindset.

Nice To Haves

• At least 5 years of experience in the financial services industry.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the credit union’s technology vision and strategy to support growth and innovation.
• Lead enterprise-wide IT operations, infrastructure, and systems development with a focus on security, efficiency, and scalability.
• Champion information security, compliance, and risk mitigation across all platforms.
• Drive adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align technology initiatives with business goals.
• Oversee vendor relationships, architecture review boards, and strategic IT partnerships.
• Inspire and manage a high-performing IT team, fostering accountability and excellence.
• Ensure seamless delivery of IT services and support through change management and performance monitoring.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance programs
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director