Chief Data Officers shape how organizations manage, protect, and use data. They set enterprise data strategy, build trusted data practices, and help teams turn information into better decisions, products, and business outcomes. Explore vetted Chief Data Officer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
A CDO typically leads data strategy across an organization, aligning data initiatives with business priorities. Responsibilities may include data governance and quality, analytics and business intelligence, data architecture, privacy and compliance, and the responsible adoption of AI and machine learning. The exact scope varies by company and may overlap with technology, risk, or analytics leadership.
Employers often seek senior leaders with a strong record of building data capabilities and influencing organization-wide change. Useful experience can include leading multidisciplinary teams, establishing governance frameworks, modernizing data platforms, communicating insights to executives, and managing regulatory or privacy requirements. Strategic judgment, stakeholder communication, and the ability to connect technical work to measurable results are also important.
CDOs are hired across industries that depend on reliable, well-managed data, including financial services, healthcare, technology, retail, manufacturing, and consulting. Roles may be based in corporate offices or offered as remote or hybrid positions, depending on the employer and the needs of the organization.
Browse Chief Data Officer and related senior data leadership openings on Ladders. Discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and explore roles that match your leadership experience and career goals.
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Cyber Security Risk Governance Senior Associate
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Optimize cybersecurity governance by coordinating risk frameworks, ensuring compliance, and enhancing reporting processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain robust risk management practices an...
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Cyber Security Risk Governance Senior Associate
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity governance by coordinating risk frameworks, ensuring compliance, and enhancing reporting processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain robust cyber risk manage...
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Assistant Director, Data Management & Strategy
$100K - $120K *
Analyze and enhance data integrity for fundraising initiatives, ensuring accurate and actionable insights. Collaborate with teams to streamline data processes and provide technical support, fostering...
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Transform the future of supply chain data governance and AI integration. Lead the design and standardization of data models and AI agents, ensuring compliance and interoperability across systems while...
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Lead the university's cybersecurity and technology operations, ensuring data protection, compliance, and innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance infrastructure and support academic growth...
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Lead the charge in defining and executing enterprise data architecture, focusing on integration across various systems such as Dynamics 365 and Azure platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance data...
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Senior Director, Commercial Data & Analytics
$190K - $210K *
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Senior Director, Commercial Data & Analytics
$190K - $210K *
Lead the charge in commercial data & analytics, blending hands-on analysis with strategic initiative management. Drive impactful insights, enhance client engagement, and support team development while...
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Senior Director, Commercial Data & Analytics
$190K - $210K *
Unlock data-driven insights as a hybrid leader, balancing hands-on analytics with high-level client strategy. Drive impactful initiatives and foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver valuable...
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Empower a transformative intelligence strategy by integrating data, AI, and analytics to drive growth and innovation across multiple business domains. Lead cross-functional teams to create trusted ins...
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Senior Manager, Data Stewardship
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Drive data governance and stewardship for consumer data, ensuring integrity and compliance across US Market domains, while influencing stakeholders and shaping data management strategies for enhanced...
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Regulatory Programs Data & Analytics Manager
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Engage with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven solutions ensuring regulatory compliance across global supply chains, transforming complex regulations into actionable reporting processes and...
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Drive compliance excellence by leading organizational programs, ensuring adherence to regulations, and fostering a culture of accountability. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective polic...
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Director, Digital, Data & Informatics, Clinical Data Integration Operations
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Shape the future of clinical data integration by overseeing its comprehensive lifecycle, from strategy through execution. Ensure compliance and operational excellence while driving continuous improvem...
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Cleared Data Exploiter (TS/SCI with Poly Required)
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Transform data into actionable insights as a key player in forensic recovery and analysis. Collaborate across teams to identify vulnerabilities and enhance operational capabilities. Drive continuous i...
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Manage and optimize enterprise data platforms, ensuring reliability, security, and service delivery. Lead a technical team in supporting critical data services, driving continuous improvement and alig...
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Associate Director, Data Stewardship
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Manager of Data Science - Pittsburgh, PA
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Senior Director, Risk Management
$160K - $200K *
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What is a Chief Data Officer?
A Chief Data Officer is an executive who leads an organization's data strategy and helps ensure data is managed, governed, and used effectively to support business goals.
What does a Chief Data Officer do?
CDO responsibilities can include setting data strategy, overseeing data governance and quality, advancing analytics, guiding data architecture, supporting privacy and compliance, and enabling responsible AI initiatives.
What qualifications are common for Chief Data Officer jobs?
Employers commonly look for extensive experience in data, analytics, technology, or related leadership; a history of delivering enterprise-wide initiatives; and strong communication and organizational change skills. Specific education and technical requirements vary.
How much do Chief Data Officer jobs pay?
Compensation varies based on factors such as company size, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
Where can I find Chief Data Officer jobs?
You can explore Chief Data Officer and related senior data leadership opportunities on Ladders, including vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.