IT Director

Join Forte Bank - Where We Put Relationships First

At Forte Bank, banking is about more than transactions - it's about people, trust, and strengthening the communities we serve.

We treat our customers like friends and family - and we do the same for our team.

We currently have an opening for an IT Director to join our team. This position is on-site based out of Hartford, WI. We are seeking a personable, helpful, proactive individual who is seeking a blended role both strategic and operationally hands-on.

Who Thrives at Forte Bank?

The most successful team members at Forte Bank are people who genuinely care about others, take ownership of their work, and bring positive energy to every interaction.

You'll thrive here if you:

• Naturally build relationships and enjoy helping people
• Take initiative and follow through on commitments
• Bring accountability and integrity to your work
• Take pride in delivering exceptional customer/employee experiences
• Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a supportive team
• Value community involvement and relationship-driven service
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality
• Adapt well in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail

As the IT Director your responsibilities will include:

• Risk Management
  • IT Risk Assessment
• Cybersecurity
  • Framework Assessment (NIST)
  • Ransomware Assessment (RSTAT)
• Asset Management
  • Hardware
  • Software
  • Mobile Devices
• Facilitate IT Audits/Examinations
• Conduct Vendor Management Program
• Security Awareness
• Incident Response
• Business Continuity
• Social Engineering
• Network Assessment
• IT infrastructure
• Phone System Management
• Applicable policy ownership including:
  • IT
  • Information Security
  • Change Management
  • Vendor Management
• Lead internal IT Steering Committee
• Develop and implement IT Roadmap consistent with organizational strategy
• Responsible for annual IT budget and IT project management
• Provide help desk support to users.
• Manage additional staff member/back up as well as third party managed IT provider/vendor
• Stay current on IT news through reading, education, industry networks
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate degree required, Bachelor's degree preferred
• 5-7 years of progressive IT experience required, banking IT experience preferred
• 3+ years of leadership experience
• Extensive Knowledge of Office 365, Aristotle Insight, Tandem, Tenable, KnowB4
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive information
• Dependable with strong attendance and scheduling flexibility

Benefits of Choosing Forte Bank

• Competitive Pay
• Very Generous PTO Plan - PTO available at 30 days!
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% (immediate vesting!)
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Employee Celebrations & Events
• Logo Apparel
• Supportive, relationship-focused culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and community involvement

Learn more about our organization and culture by visiting Forte Bank or following us on Facebook.

Forte Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.