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Business Operations Manager

Cisco · Milpitas, California, US · On-site

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About Cisco

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About the role

As a Business Operations Manager within the Data Center and Internet Infrastructure (DCII) product organization, you will serve as a key operational strategist and partner. You will work closely with executive leadership to drive the rhythm of the business, streamline operations across the entire DCII organization, and champion initiatives that define our culture and competitive edge. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Experience in high-tech business operations, chief of staff roles, program management, or a similar function
  • Experience with the Microsoft Office (such as SharePoint, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Experience using AI platforms such as Codex, Claude, Gemini, Copilot, ChatGBT
  • Bachelors + 8 years of related experience, or Masters + 6 years of related experience, or equivalent relevant work experience
More about this role

The application window is expected to close on: 11/12/2026

The Data Center and Internet Infrastructure team is critical in crafting the future of networking and compute solutions for enterprise, hyperscalers, and service provider customers. This team is instrumental in advancing Cisco's critical initiatives, which include modernizing enterprise infrastructure, adopting AI technologies, and redefining service provider networks through innovative architectures and solutions.

As a Business Operations Manager within the Data Center and Internet Infrastructure (DCII) product organization, you will serve as a key operational strategist and partner. You will work closely with executive leadership to drive the rhythm of the business, streamline operations across the entire DCII organization, and champion initiatives that define our culture and competitive edge. This role requires a blend of operational rigor, strategic communication, and a passion for leveraging emerging technologies to improve organizational efficiency.

  • Central Operational Leadership: Act as an operational partner overseeing core operational cadences, the rhythm of the business, support the measurement of our strategic...

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