Chief Information Officer

NEBCO is a third‑generation, family‑owned and operated business, which employs more than 1100 employees across 50 locations spanning the State of Nebraska. NEBCO supplies the construction industry with materials needed to construct buildings, streets and highways. Our business interests also include mining, finance, real estate development, agriculture, transportation, railroading, warehousing, insurance and surety bonding. The company has developed beyond its roots into areas including construction materials, real estate, recreation and philanthropy.

NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately‑owned businesses. NEBCO has over 27 companies across the state of Nebraska, with endless opportunities for advancement and growth. For more information about the company visit

NEBCO is looking for a high performing, effective, and dynamic leader to join our executive team. This CIO position is responsible for ensuring and overseeing the use of modern technology and software to support the needs and streamline processes for business operations for all NEBCO affiliated companies. Includes managing and implementing technology needs, collaborating and communicating with executive and leadership team, establishing relationships with technology companies and overseeing the IT department.

Must abide by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely. This is an in‑office role where on‑site physical presence is essential to provide executive leadership.

• Collaborate with the executive team and company leaders to define processes and ensure technology strategy aligns with the business goals and objectives.
• Proactively identify and drive modern innovation to current operations, while balancing the reactive requests of NEBCO’s multiple lines of businesses.
• Oversee the technological infrastructure, such as networks and computer systems, to ensure optimal performance.
• Work with IT staff to develop and implement IT department strategies and processes that align and support company‑wide goals. Includes creating and implementing IT policies, standards, and protocols and communicating company‑wide.
• Oversee contract negotiations with IT vendors, contractors, and providers to ensure scope of service and / or equipment is cost effective. Manage all IT key vendor relationships. Communicate with executive team regarding value, costs, and risk potential.
• Create and manage the annual IT operational budget and review department and project costs with the Chief Financial Officer to organize investment prioritization and evaluate financial effectiveness.
• Direct and plan the implementation of new systems and IT projects, providing guidance to IT professionals and other staff within the organization.
• Manage compliance and risk management ensuring the organization adheres to legal, regulatory, and industry‑specific security standards.
• Manage IT department ensuring satisfactory team and individual performance, efficient daily operations, and training, coaching, recruiting and hiring personnel as needed.
• Oversee cybersecurity strategy with initiatives to secure the organization's information, cyber, and technology assets; implement and manage cyber governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) process.
• Develop and implement secure processes and systems used to prevent, detect, mitigate and recover from cyberattacks.
• Monitor changes with technologies and emerging technologies that may improve company‑wide or department performance and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Information Systems Management, Computer Information Systems, or related IT degree; and
• 10 years of experience in Information Technology, including management of IT teams; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Valid Driver’s License
• CISM, CISSP, CGEIT, PMP or other related accredited certifications preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of management, computer technology and IT systems and infrastructure.
• Strong background in developing and…