Cisco

Strategic Program Manager (Remote)

Cisco$173K — $231K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MBA with 6+ years of relevant experience, or 8+ years in similar leadership roles.
  • Experience shaping strategy and driving execution with senior partners.
  • Strong track record in building governance frameworks and decision models.
  • Excellent communication skills for preparing materials for Executive Leadership.
  • Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives independently.

Responsibilities

  • Lead growth initiatives, translating executive priorities into clear cross-functional programs.
  • Manage programs from inception to delivery, ensuring accountability and value integration.
  • Design governance models to provide leadership with actionable insights.
  • Grow strategic partnerships to enhance product reach and customer value.
  • Oversee post-integration governance for acquisitions and define success measures.
  • Support technical teams in creating AI-led workflows for operational efficiencies.
  • Develop strategic narratives, roadmaps, and decision frameworks for leadership alignment.

Benefits

  • Fully remote position, allowing work from anywhere in the U.S.
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact strategic programs at a global technology leader.
  • Engagement with executive leadership and exposure to decision-making processes.
  • Chance to shape corporate strategy through partnerships and acquisitions.
  • Support for professional development in a dynamic tech environment.
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 08/28/2026
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This position is fully remote and can be performed from any location within the United States. The role requires reliable internet connection and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Your Impact

Cisco is seeking a Strategic Program Manager who turns executive direction into a focused portfolio of strategic programs and carry the work from framing through delivery. You will win in this role by pairing structured problem solving with executive presence, crisp communication, sound judgment, and a bias for action!
  • Lead special growth initiatives and translate executive priorities into cross-functional programs with clear scopes, roadmaps, decision rights, milestones, and KPIs so teams can execute with focus.
  • Lead the cross-functional programs end-to-end. Surface strategic tradeoffs and dependencies early, and shape recommendations for Executive Leadership. Hold workstream leaders accountable to outcomes, not just milestones - ensuring integration delivers the business value it was designed to capture.
  • Design and run the governance model that gives leadership the insight to make faster, better-informed calls.
  • Grow strategic external partnerships through a product-strategy lens to extend product reach and customer value.
  • Shape the post-integration governance for Splunk-related acquisitions, partnering closely with Cisco Corporate Development & Integration, Finance, Product, and acquired entities to define priorities, sequencing, and success measures.
  • Provide business requirements and support technical teams in developing AI-led workflows to drive operational efficiencies
  • Build narratives, roadmaps, and decision frameworks that drive Splunk's leadership alignment and action.

Minimum Qualifications
  • MBA with minimum 6 years of relevant experience, OR 8+ years of total experience in similar program/operations leadership roles.
  • Demonstrated experience shaping strategy and driving execution on cross-functional programs involving senior partners.
  • Strong track record of building governance frameworks, decision models, and executive-level narratives from ambiguity.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing materials for Executive or Senior Leadership.
  • Proven ability to manage sophisticated, matrixed initiatives independently with minimal oversight.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience in an internal strategy, management consulting, or Business Operations/ Chief of Staff role at a SaaS or enterprise tech company
  • Familiarity with the SaaS industry, enterprise software, or technology partnerships and ecosystems
  • Exposure to product strategy, GTM strategy, or customer success motions
  • Strong program management skills.
  • Strong financial and quantitative analysis skills (market sizing, reason modeling, benchmark development)
  • Intellectual curiosity, structured problem-solving, and a bias toward action
  • Prior experience in Corporate Development, M&A, or Integration Management Office (IMO) roles is a plus

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Net Income
$10.1 billion
Founded
2014
5 Year Trend
+1.4%
Revenue
$48 billion
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