Acquisition Integration Lead - AI & Transformation

Cisco Systems, Inc; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 149,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Development Acquisition Integration Manager to shape and execute the CDI practice across active M&A integrations.

You will refine methodologies, operating models, and playbooks while deploying and coaching AI-enabled tools on deals to ensure consistent execution. You will drive the AI strategy and roadmap for the practice, incubate Next Generation capabilities, pilot AI agents, and partner with deal teams to scale successful tools and processes across

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree or equivalent in Business, Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Operate across both design and day-to-day execution of Cisco’s M&A integration practice.
• Define and evolve integration methodology, operating model, and playbooks for acquisitions.
• Lead AI strategy development and hands-on tooling deployment in active deals.
• Coach teams on AI adoption and drive governance across integrations.

Skills

Program management

Business process transformation

AI tools usage

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

AI tools deployment

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Development Acquisition Integration Manager to shape and execute the CDI practice across active M&A integrations.

You will refine methodologies, operating models, and playbooks while deploying and coaching AI-enabled tools on deals to ensure consistent execution. You will drive the AI strategy and roadmap for the practice, incubate Next Generation capabilities, pilot AI agents, and partner with deal teams to scale successful tools and processes across