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Home Bank · 1 day ago

Technology Director - Network Administrator

Palmyra, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

Homebank is seeking a Technology Director/Network Director to oversee the strategic direction, reliability, and security of the bank's network and core infrastructure services. This role involves leading network modernization initiatives, managing vendor relationships, and developing a high-performing team while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

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Responsibilities

Own the network and infrastructure roadmap aligned to business goals, risk posture, and growth requirements

Define architecture standards for connectivity, segmentation, resiliency, and performance across all sites and environments

Establish lifecycle planning for infrastructure platforms, including refresh planning and end-of-support risk management

Design network interfaces and routing protocols; evaluate and maintain network performance

Ensure availability and performance of critical infrastructure services

Implement and support operational monitoring, observability, and KPI reporting

Lead incident response for infrastructure outages, including root-cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions

Troubleshoot network problems and perform upgrades, including configuration, testing, and deployment

Partner with Information Security Officer to enforce secure network design principles

Develop and maintain network access control standards and privileged access practices appropriate for a regulated environment

Secure network by developing access control profiles and monitoring network activity

Support audits/exams by maintaining evidence, documentation, and operational controls related to infrastructure

Oversee network design, configuration standards, change control, and release management for infrastructure upgrades

Maintain accurate network documentation (topologies, standards, IP address management, circuits, dependencies, runbooks)

Drive standardization and automation to reduce manual configuration and operational work

Lead and mentor assigned technology staff; establish clear expectations, training plans, and performance goals

Manage technology-related vendor relationships including service performance, contract renewals, escalations, and roadmap discussions

Contribute to the budgeting process each year for technology related expenditures

Serve on the Technology Committee and coordinate with all departments for improved efficiency

Lead infrastructure projects from concept through delivery: scope, schedule, risk, communications, and operational handoff

Present updates and recommendations to leadership and committees as needed

Coordinate cross-functionally with internal audit, compliance, security, operational teams, and other stakeholders

Qualification

Network AdministrationInfrastructure ManagementSecurity ManagementProject ManagementNetwork AutomationCloud ConnectivityCisco CCNAMicrosoft Certified Systems AdministratorMicrosoft Office 365Interpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Technology-related field or equivalent required

Experience in regulated environments and supporting audits/exams

Familiarity with cloud connectivity, hybrid networking, SD-WAN/SASE concepts, Zero Trust principles, and modern access control approaches

Familiarity with network automation/scripting (e.g., infrastructure-as-code concepts, configuration automation, API-based workflows)

In-depth knowledge of technology systems and proficiency in managing servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and related equipment/software

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively

Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, Symantec & Cisco AMP & Group Policy

Ability to maintain a working knowledge of internal policies and procedures related to the job

Preferred

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), Cisco CCNA, Cisco UCS, and Storage Area Network (SAN) experience a plus

Significant experience in Microsoft Office 365, specifically Teams and SharePoint is a plus

Company

Home Bank

About Home Bank Chartered in 1908 as Home Building and Loan, Home Bank is one of the most stable financial institutions, building on the future by doing what's right for its customers today.

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