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Lead the technology vision that powers growth, resilience, and innovation.

We are seeking a visionary and execution-oriented Chief Information Officer (CIO) to help lead the next phase of growth for a nationally operating, Midwest-based organization.
The CIO will provide enterprise leadership for technology strategy, cybersecurity, digital enablement, data and analytics, enterprise systems, infrastructure, and technology operations. As a strategic business partner to senior leadership, this leader will align technology capabilities with organizational priorities to support growth, operational excellence, innovation, workforce productivity, customer value, and enterprise resilience.

What You'll Lead
This role is responsible for:
   Technology strategy and vision - developing and leading the enterprise technology roadmap and operating strategy in alignment with business goals
   AI and productivity transformation - evaluating and guiding the adoption of artificial intelligence, automation, and advanced analytics to improve productivity and business outcomes
   Cybersecurity leadership - advancing a proactive cybersecurity strategy that strengthens governance, risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident preparedness
   Scalable technology operations - ensuring secure, reliable, and business-focused delivery across enterprise applications, infrastructure, cloud services, networking, end-user computing, and service delivery
   Data and analytics enablement - building trusted information, governance, reporting, and analytics capabilities that improve decision-making
   Enterprise modernization - leading organizational change and process improvement to support long-term scalability, security, and operational efficiency
   Executive partnership - serving as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on technology opportunities, risks, investments, and innovation
   People and operating model leadership - building the structure, talent, and culture needed to support current operations and future growth

What Success Looks Like
In this role, you will help build a technology organization that is:
   Strategically aligned to the business
   Proactive in cybersecurity and risk management
   Ready to scale for future growth
   Effective in adopting AI and emerging technologies
   Structured to support operational excellence and workforce productivity
   Trusted as a business-enabling partner across the organization

Qualifications
   Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in information systems, computer science, business, engineering, or a related field
   10+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including senior leadership responsibility for enterprise systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, or digital transformation
   Strong knowledge of enterprise technology strategy, cybersecurity governance, cloud platforms, infrastructure operations, data governance, vendor management, business continuity, and digital enablement
   Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage budgets, influence executive stakeholders, and translate business strategy into practical technology outcomes
   Exceptional leadership, communication, financial, analytical, and relationship management skills
   Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, agile environment with sound judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and servant leadership

Additional Information
Travel: Travel will be required and will vary according to business requirements. Up to 20% may be expected. 

Location: This position may be based out of our Sioux Falls, SD, Sioux Center, IA, or Omaha, NE offices.

Compensation: The base pay range for this position is $175K - $250K + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by the experience and education required, and level of responsibility. The range posted for this role represents a range that Interstates, in good faith, believes it is willing to pay at the time of this posting. The pay is determined by job related skills, training, education, and experience.

Benefits We Offer:
   Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans with options to fit your needs
   Generous PTO with a true work-life balance philosophy - unplug and recharge
   401(k) plan to help you plan for the future
   Life and disability insurance for peace of mind
   Career coaching and advancement programs tailored to your goals  

Why This Role
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the technology foundation for the next stage of enterprise growth. You will inherit a strong foundation and a capable team, while having the mandate to elevate strategy, strengthen security, expand AI-driven productivity, and build for scale.