Senior Director, Enterprise Data Enablement

Application Deadline extended, expected to close 02/14/25

We are seeking a Sr. Director of Enterprise Data Enablement, which is a pivotal role in our organization. We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated professional who can drive our data strategy and enablement efforts.

You will have an overarching responsibility for establishing strategic direction for the data architecture, information architecture, and enterprise data governance organizations. You will develop a data foundation strategy that cultivates an environment of data-driven decision making, developing the foundations for modernized data and AI @ Cisco, and driving the design and architecture of a comprehensive and robust data governance strategy that enables businesses to excel in their data, AI and ML efforts.

What you will do

Develop vision and execution roadmap for organizational information governance, data architecture and data integration across all data and analytics systems.

Develop the vision and roadmap for the Data Warehouse strategy and data platform projects.

Develop the strategy for and maintenance of the company's data architecture framework, data model, and information architecture.

Design core data products (data modeling) and set direction for engineering implementation and instantiation in a Data Catalog

Collaborate with and advise senior leadership and enterprise teams on the value, benefits, and risks of making key architectural decisions while operationalizing and prioritizing data requirements.

Assess and resolve the organization's data needs and priorities and ensure that data assets are a key strategic resource.

Develop Authoritative Source of Truth (ASOT) mapping and standards.

Redefine and implement enterprise data governance protocols and ensure alignment to data privacy and security regulations.

Develop and maintain inventory of enterprise information, including maps, referential documentation, and lineage.

Establish data stewardship ownership across the businesses and build a data office center of excellence around it.

Promote data literacy across the organization and ensure data practices support business outcomes.

Collaborate with IT and business leaders to align data initiatives with business goals and needs.

Influence the development of data standards, data quality metrics, and related objectives and key results.

Who you will work with

Data Domains Engineering teams

Platform Engineering teams

Senior Leadership Team, Audit Teams, IT Teams

Who you are

We are seeking a technologist, influencer, and problem solver with extensive experience in leading enterprise-wide data management and governance initiatives. You have outstanding leadership with good interpersonal and organization development skills. You can translate sophisticated data-related issues to clear and actionable plans and maintain up to date knowledge of industry trends and advancements to apply at Cisco.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field is required.

10-15 years of proven track record ability in a senior data management role, with a demonstrable record of accomplishment in leading data strategy in a large enterprise.

Professional certifications in data management, governance, or related fields.

10+ years' demonstrated ability in data architecture and governance, familiarity with relevant data legislation and regulations.

Experience with data visualization tools and database technologies.

Preferred Requirements

Prior experience leading multi-discipline teams in transformation from legacy data eco systems to cloud

Prior experience working in global company size over $10B USD across different timezones

An advanced degree or equivalent experience (master's or PhD)

Why Cisco?

#WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters - with people like you!

Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We're the Internet's optimists. Our technology makes sure the data traveling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it's not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We're helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges, and universities to teach in even the most challenging of times. We're helping businesses of all shapes and sizes to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world - whether through 5G, or otherwise.

We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other's backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another - from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).

We know that powering an inclusive future starts with us. Because without diversity and a dedication to equality, there is no moving forward. Our 30 Inclusive Communities, that bring people together around commonalities or passions, are leading the way. Together we're committed to learning, listening, caring for our communities, whilst supporting the most vulnerable with a collective effort to make this world a better place either with technology, or through our actions.

So, you have colorful hair? Don?t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That's cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us! #WeAreCisco

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