AI-Driven M&A Integration Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with Cisco matching

Paid parental leave

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Sick time off

Volunteer days

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Development Acquisition Integration Manager to lead the design and day-to-day execution of M&A integration. You will evolve the integration methodology, operating model, and playbooks to ensure consistent execution across deals.

You will drive innovation by shaping the AI strategy, building next-generation capabilities like AI agents, piloting tools, and partnering with deal teams to deploy scalable, governance-driven solutions across Cisco.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Business, Finance, or related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in program management or business operations, esp. M&A integration.
• Experience designing or redesigning operating models or methodologies.
• Experience piloting AI tools to improve processes or decisions.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design or redesign operating models and methodologies for integration.
• Pilot and apply AI tools to improve deal execution and governance.
• Define AI strategy and roadmap for CDI and deploy new tools.
• Collaborate with Integration Leads and deal teams from diligence to execution.
• Measure impact, optimize adoption, and standardize best practices across integrations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Program management

Education

BS/BA or equivalent in Business/Finance

Tools

AI tools for business processes

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Development Acquisition Integration Manager to lead the design and day-to-day execution of M&A integration. You will evolve the integration methodology, operating model, and playbooks to ensure consistent execution across deals.

You will drive innovation by shaping the AI strategy, building next-generation capabilities like AI agents, piloting tools, and partnering with deal teams to deploy scalable, governance-driven solutions across Cisco.