Chief Information Officer - American Heritage Credit Union

D. Hilton Associates, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Chief Information Officer for Philadelphia to oversee IT strategy and operations, focusing on enhancing member experience and driving innovation. Candidates should have extensive IT management experience, ideally in the financial sector, and a bachelor's degree in a related field is required. This full-time role offers an opportunity to lead a high-performing IT team and contribute to the organization's strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of progressive IT management experience within financial services.
• Experience with driving innovation and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Proven success in leading high-performing IT teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology strategy and digital transformation initiatives.
• Oversee IT and IS operations, infrastructure, and systems integration.
• Collaborate with executive team to align technology with business goals.

Skills

IT management

Cybersecurity

Vendor management

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science or Business

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Chief Information Officer - American Heritage Credit Union

Position Summary: American Heritage Credit Union is seeking a Chief Information Officer to lead its technology strategy and digital transformation initiatives. The CIO will oversee IT and IS operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and systems integration to ensure secure, innovative, and efficient operations that enhance both member experience and organizational performance. This leader will collaborate with the executive team to align technology with business goals, manage vendor relationships, and guide long-term strategic planning. The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking executive with proven success in driving innovation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading high-performing IT teams. In addition, this role will lead, mentor, and develop IT teams, foster cross-department collaboration, and manage relationships with technology vendors to ensure value, security, and reliability. A bachelor's degree is required in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a business-related field. A master’s degree is preferred. In addition, at least ten to fifteen years of progressive IT management experience within the credit union or financial industry is desired.

Company Profile: America Heritage Credit Union was originally founded as Budd Workers Federal Credit Union in 1948. The credit union initially served line workers and management of the Budd Manufacturing Company. Over the decades, American Heritage expanded its field of membership through mergers and the addition of Select Employer Groups (SEGs) in industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, government, and education. Today, American Heritage serves over 315,000 members and 800 Workplace Partners across 35+ locations in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, Camden Counties, with 5 branches located in Southern New Jersey. With more than $5 billion in assets, it ranks among the top 70 largest credit unions in the United States and remains deeply committed to empowering the communities it serves. American Heritage Credit Union has once again earned a place on Forbes’ list of America’s Best-in-State Credit Unions for 2025, marking the third consecutive year it has received this prestigious honor. In addition, the credit union has been named one of the Best Places to Work by the Philadelphia Business Journal for 2025.

Community Profile: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is known as the “City of Brotherly Love,” a historic and culturally rich city in the northeastern United States, located at the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers. Founded in 1682 by William Penn as a haven for religious freedom, Philadelphia played a pivotal role in American history, serving as the nation’s first capital and the site where both the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were signed. Today, it is home to over 1.6 million residents, reflecting a diverse population. Visitors and residents alike enjoy a wealth of attractions, from historic landmarks like Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell to world-class museums, vibrant arts and theater, and a renowned culinary scene.

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology and Finance