Executive Strategy Architect for Enterprise Tech & AI

020 Cisco Systems, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 286,000 - 417,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco is seeking a senior leader for the Portfolio Strategy team to engage with C-suite executives and connect Cisco’s vision to real-world AI and next-generation infrastructure solutions. The role requires travel and a proven track record in executive influence and enterprise technology strategy.

You will work cross-functionally to shape high-value opportunities with Cisco’s largest customers, delivering tailored strategic messaging and practical architectures that translate portfolio into

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience in a senior strategy role in a global enterprise tech company.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
• Experience engaging and influencing C-suite leaders in large, complex organizations.
• Strong collaboration skills within senior technical teams.
• Deep expertise in enterprise technology, digital transformation, and translating vision into technical strategy.
• Exceptional executive presence and communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with Cisco’s executive leadership and C-suite leaders at top customer organizations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, sales, and partner teams to identify and shape high-value opportunities.
• Translate Cisco’s portfolio into actionable business and technology strategies for customer executives.
• Provide strategic and technical guidance including technology roadmaps, solution architectures, and implementation plans.

Skills

Executive presence

Communication skills

Enterprise technology

Digital transformation

Travel willingness

C-suite engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Cisco is seeking a senior leader for the Portfolio Strategy team to engage with C-suite executives and connect Cisco’s vision to real-world AI and next-generation infrastructure solutions. The role requires travel and a proven track record in executive influence and enterprise technology strategy.

You will work cross-functionally to shape high-value opportunities with Cisco’s largest customers, delivering tailored strategic messaging and practical architectures that translate portfolio into