Executive Communications Director

Cisco

Director of Executive Communications shaping Cisco’s narrative through strategic advising and content development. Overseeing communication strategies to elevate executive presence and advance Cisco’s AI story.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $230,000 - $289,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in internal and external communications, with a focus on crafting clear messaging and strategic communication roadmaps. Proven ability to partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance communication effectiveness and drive thought leadership.

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Internal CommunicationsExternal CommunicationsStrategic CommunicationThought LeadershipNetworking Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Communication RoadmapsSpeech WritingPresentation DevelopmentMultimedia Content ProductionKPI Measurement

Soft Skills

Trusted AdvisorStakeholder EngagementCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in CommunicationsBachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

Organizational CommunicationsExecutive CommunicationsPublic Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership
Develop and manage communication roadmaps, event calendars, and strategic opportunities that align with business objectives
Craft clear, consistent messaging for diverse audiences
Oversee the production of speeches, keynotes, presentations, articles, and multimedia content that drive thought leadership
Partner with executives to refine presentation skills, communication style, and engagement approach with stakeholders
Partner with Marketing, PR, Analyst Relations, Investor Relations, and HR to ensure messaging consistency
Design and implement communication vehicles and establish KPIs to measure effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

12-15 years of related experience
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business Administration, or related field
7+ years internal/external communications in varied disciplines, such as organizational communications, executive communications, and public relations
Experience within the networking industry

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer