Douglas Schultz

About Douglas Schultz

I am a technology executive with 20+ years of experience guiding banks, insurers, and healthcare organizations through growth, transformation, and regulatory complexity. My background spans roles as CIO, CTO, VP of Technology, and Security Officer—giving me both strategic vision and hands-on expertise to deliver results.I specialize in aligning technology with business goals while reducing risk and supporting growth. Colleagues describe me as someone who thrives in lean, agile teams where decisions drive outcomes without unnecessary bureaucracy. Companies have relied on me to bring structure to IT, cybersecurity, and operations while keeping the organization moving forward.Core expertise includes:Banking & Financial Services – Directed core banking operations on Fiserv Premier, built enterprise cybersecurity programs, and delivered strong regulatory exam results.Healthcare & Insurance – Led software development and integration, managed HIPAA compliance, and implemented benefits and administration systems.Cybersecurity & Risk Management – Developed enterprise security strategies, disaster recovery and business continuity programs, and fraud prevention/incident response initiatives.Growth & Scaling – Led cloud adoption, enterprise architecture design, vendor management, and technology modernization to support expansion.This combination of operational experience, security leadership, and growth strategy makes me a trusted partner for organizations navigating change. I bring the added benefit of CISO-level expertise, giving companies both technology leadership and robust risk management in one leader.I am open to CIO, CTO, VP of Technology, or other senior leadership opportunities. Based in North Georgia, I am interested in hybrid roles in the Atlanta metro (particularly north side) as well as remote opportunities with periodic travel.

Experience

1. Vice President of Technology & Security Officer

   Community Bank Of Pickens County

   Sep 2025 — Present · GA, US

Education

• University of Oregon

  English and American Literature

  1989 — 1993

Skills

• Group Benefits
• Technology Implementation
• Educational Technology
• Claim
• Health Insurance
• Risk Management
• Public Speaking
• Hipaa
• Benefits Administration
• Technology Evaluation
• Technology Integration
• Employee Benefit Plan Audits
• Consulting
• Benefits Design
• Budgets
• Hris
• Team Building
• Software Implementation
• Benefits Communication
• Process Improvement
• Insurance
• Leadership
• System Administration
• Outsourcing
• Training
• 401k
• Employee Benefits
• Project Management
• Vendor Management