Chief Technology Officer

Skill: Technology Leadership and Digital Transformation

1. Can you describe a time when you successfully led a team through a major technology initiative?
2. What strategies have you used in the past to drive digital transformation in an organization?
3. How do you ensure that your team stays current with technology trends and advancements?
4. Can you provide an example of a digital transformation project you led and the results it achieved?
5. How do you balance the need for innovation with the practicalities of implementing new technologies?

Skill: Cyber Security and Risk Management

1. Can you describe your experience with implementing cyber security measures in a previous role?
2. What strategies have you used to mitigate risk in the context of cyber security?
3. Can you provide an example of a cyber security challenge you faced and how you addressed it?
4. How do you stay current with the latest cyber security threats and countermeasures?
5. What is your approach to educating staff about cyber security best practices?

Skill: Project Management

1. Can you describe a time when you successfully managed a complex IT project from start to finish?
2. What project management methodologies do you prefer and why?
3. How do you ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget?
4. Can you provide an example of a project that did not go as planned and how you handled it?
5. What is your approach to risk management in the context of project management?

Skill: Communication and Collaboration

1. Can you describe a time when you had to communicate a complex technical concept to a non-technical audience?
2. What strategies do you use to foster collaboration within your team?
3. Can you provide an example of a time when you had to navigate a conflict within your team and how you resolved it?
4. How do you ensure that your team's work aligns with the needs and goals of other departments?
5. Can you describe a time when you had to advocate for your team's needs to senior leadership?

Skill: Technical Architecture and Infrastructure

1. Can you describe your experience with designing and implementing technical architecture in a previous role?
2. What strategies have you used to ensure alignment with architectural principles, best practices, and industry standards?
3. Can you provide an example of a technical architecture challenge you faced and how you addressed it?
4. How do you stay current with the latest trends and advancements in technical architecture and infrastructure?
5. What is your approach to managing and maintaining technical infrastructure, including cloud services, data storage, networking, and software applications?

Additional Notes

1. Remember to assess the candidate's understanding of the banking or financial services industry, as this is a preferred requirement for the role.
2. Consider the candidate's ability to adapt to a rapidly changing landscape, as this is a key requirement for the role.
3. Assess the candidate's familiarity with Microsoft Office products, as this is a required skill for the role.
4. Consider the candidate's ability to adhere to all corporate policies and procedures, Federal and State regulations, and laws.
5. Remember to assess the candidate's ability to complete all mandatory annual compliance training, as this is a key requirement for the role.