Matt Linder
☛ Chief Information Officer & Head of Digital Banking | Driving Innovation & Growth | Architecting Scalable Technologies | Enabling Customer-Centric Transformation | Championing Digital Strategy & Risk Resilience
- Role
- Computer Science Lecturer at U.S. Colleges & Universities
- Location
- Abingdon, VA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Matt Linder
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER & HEAD OF DIGITAL BANKING with over 25 years of proven leadership in transforming financial institutions through innovative, secure, and customer-centric technology strategies. Known for aligning digital banking initiatives with business goals to drive revenue growth, operational efficiency, and competitive differentiation.I lead enterprise-wide digital transformation efforts that modernize legacy systems, enhance customer experience, and enable scalable growth. My approach combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, empowering cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions across cloud, data, security, and customer engagement platforms.I’ve built and led high-performing technology teams, negotiated complex vendor relationships, and delivered mission-critical projects that position banks for long-term success in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.CORE STRENGTHS: Digital Banking Strategy & Transformation Technology Leadership & Innovation Cybersecurity Strategy & Risk Management Cloud Architecture & Infrastructure Modernization Business Intelligence & Analytics Regulatory Compliance & Business Continuity Executive Stakeholder Engagement Team Development & Organizational ChangeI am passionate about building future-ready banking ecosystems that are agile, secure, and deeply attuned to customer needs. My leadership has consistently delivered measurable results, accelerating digital adoption, improving operational efficiency, and driving revenue growth. I’ve led enterprise transformations that modernized infrastructure, strengthened cybersecurity posture, and positioned institutions as innovation leaders in financial services. By aligning technology strategy with business objectives, I empower teams, elevate customer experience, and create lasting competitive advantage.
Experience
Computer Science Lecturer
Sep 2020 — Present
Education
American Military University
Master of Science, Information Technology / Information Security
American Military University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology Management
University of the Cumberlands
Ph.D. Information Technology, Information Technology / Information Security
2027
Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin - Madison
Graduate School of Banking
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