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Shepherd Insurance · 3 days ago

Chief Information Officer

Carmel, IN

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Shepherd Insurance is a privately-owned insurance agency that has delivered risk management solutions since 1977. As a Chief Information Officer, you will be responsible for managing the IT team, overseeing security measures, and shaping the organization’s technology vision, including data initiatives.

Financial ServicesInsurance

Work & Life Balance

Hiring Manager

Maggie Watkins

Responsibilities

Develop and implement the organization’s overall IT strategy, aligning technology initiatives with business goals

Establish governance frames for IT risk management, cybersecurity, data and compliance

Serve as the primary advisor to executive leadership on technology trends, digital transformation and emerging risks

Build and mentor a high-performing IT leadership team, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration

Direct and manage the Director of IT to ensure efficient delivery of IT services, infrastructure reliability and system performance

Oversee enterprise-wide data conversion processes during system migrations, acquisitions, and platform integrations to ensure accuracy and integrity

Provide leadership, guidance and develop standards for data reporting and analytics initiatives, ensuring timely, accurate, and actionable insights for business decision-making

Establish governance for data quality, accessibility, and compliance, aligning reporting standards with organizational objectives

Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and vendor management for IT and security efforts across the agency

Drive continuous efficiencies and improvement in IT processes, service delivery and operational excellence

Approve and monitor security policies, including Acceptable Use, Access Management, Incident Response and Security Awareness

Collaborate with business units and work with both MSP and MSSP to improve the effectiveness of technology efforts

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry’s best practices

Ensure ongoing professional development for IT and security staff

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Enterprise architectureCloud technologiesCybersecurity frameworksStrategic IT planningGovernanceRisk managementVendor managementAnalytical skillsMicrosoft systems proficiencyProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsLeadership skills