Summit State Bank

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER

Summit State Bank$120K — $155K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of IT infrastructure or systems administration experience.
  • Proficient in current infrastructure technologies and cybersecurity tools.
  • Experience in regulated environments, preferably in banking.
  • Working knowledge of FFIEC guidance and NIST Cybersecurity Framework.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee operation, security, and maintenance of bank's IT infrastructure.
  • Ensure reliable IT system performance and compliance with regulations.
  • Conduct risk assessments and ongoing control validations.
  • Lead IT governance through security reviews and continuity planning.
  • Maintain accurate system documentation and support audit readiness.

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts with employer matching contributions.
  • Employer HSA contributions of up to $4,000 annually.
  • Tuition reimbursement and internal mentorship programs.
  • Three weeks of paid vacation annually for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Description

We are looking for a full-time Information Technology (IT) Officer to join our team at our main administrative office. The IT Officer is responsible for the operation, security, and maintenance of the Bank's network and systems infrastructure. This role ensures reliable performance of IT systems while supporting ongoing control validation, risk assessment activities, and regulatory compliance. The position serves as a key technical leader responsible for strengthening IT governance through security reviews, business continuity and disaster recovery planning, risk assessments, and maintaining accurate system documentation. The IT Officer serves as a technical resource supporting infrastructure operations, audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and technology initiatives.

The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in current infrastructure technologies, operating systems, cybersecurity tools, and IT management platforms.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and/or related software.
  • Thorough understanding of IT and practical applications to support Bank goals/objectives.
  • Experience in a regulated environment (banking preferred)
  • Working knowledge of FFIEC guidance, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and other applicable banking regulatory standards.


Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field, and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible IT infrastructure or systems administration experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


Benefits

Summit State Bank offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, financial well-being, and professional growth. We proudly provide 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, along with employer contributions toward a portion of dependent coverage premiums.

Our comprehensive benefits also include Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - with employer matching contributions of up to $2,500 annually for Dependent Care FSA accounts - as well as employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability coverage. Employees receive employer HSA contributions of up to $4,000 annually if enrolled in a HDHP and have access to a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

We are committed to investing in our employees' success through tuition reimbursement, wellness resources, internal mentorship programs, and paid volunteer time off. In addition, all full-time employees receive a minimum of three weeks of paid vacation annually, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Pay Range: $120,000-$155,000/annually

All applicants should apply on our website: https://www.summitstatebank.com/careers.php.

About Summit State Bank

Summit State Bank provides banking services to individuals and businesses in California. The bank offers a range of deposit products, including checking, savings, and money market accounts, as well as certificates of deposit. It also provides various loan products, such as commercial and industrial, construction and development, and residential real estate loans, as well as consumer loans, including home equity and personal loans. In addition, the bank offers online banking, mobile banking, and other services. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Santa Rosa, California.
Learn more about Summit State Bank
Size
97 employees
Market Cap
$102.5 million
Industry
Net Income
$10.5 million
5 Year Trend
+18.1%
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