Chief Technology Officer

Delta Life Insurance Company is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO). As CTO, you will be responsible for directing the technology strategy and execution for the company. You will oversee data security, management, and governance.

Delta Life is based in Brookhaven, GA with 9 additional offices in the state of Georgia. This position will be based in the Brookhaven, GA location with limited travel requirements.

·       Identifying and evaluating the latest technologies, assessing their potential for strategic advantage and business impact.

·       Collaborating closely with executive leadership, business units, and stakeholders to understand their technology needs and drive technology-enabled business initiatives.

·       Providing strong leadership and guidance to the third-party technology team,

·       Accelerating innovation initiatives to enhance our products, services, and processes for optimum efficiency.

·       Managing relationships with technology vendors and partners, evaluating, and selecting the most suitable solutions and services.

·       Overseeing the development and implementation of scalable and secure technology systems, software solutions and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

·       Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy tailored to the company's business objectives, scalability, and operational efficiency.

·       Create and manage the technology budget, optimize resource allocation, and ensure cost-effective solutions.

·       Oversee the design and implementation of robust technical architectures, ensuring alignment with business requirements, security standards and industry’s best practices.

·       Establish and maintain efficient and reliable technology operations, including systems infrastructure, network, data management and security protocols for high performance, uptime, and data integrity.

·       Develop and implement disaster recovery plans and business continuity strategies.

·       Identify and mitigate technology-related risks, ensuring data privacy and security regulations compliance.

·       Stay aware of the latest tech advancements to provide strategic insights and recommendations for maintaining our technological edge. 

Required skills and qualifications

·       A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or a related field.

·       5+ years of experience as a technology officer or in a similar senior technology leadership role

·       Demonstrated success in managing IT infrastructure, IT budgets, software development and systems architecture.

·       Deep understanding of technology trends and best practices

·       Extensive knowledge of software development methodologies, infrastructure management, and cybersecurity best practices.

·       Experience driving digital transformation initiatives, leveraging cloud technologies, and implementing data-driven decision-making.

·       Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate business objectives into effective technology strategies.

·       Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing technology teams.

·       Proven record of successfully leading large-scale technology projects, delivering results on time and within budget.

·       Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights for informed decision-making.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to make a significant impact on our growing company. If you have a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.

Delta Life Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.