Executive Communications Director

The application window is expected to close on: 08/19/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . This position will require domestic and international travel approximately 10% - 20%. Meet the Team Cisco’s silicon and optics portfolio is the engine behind the AI era. As we scale to meet exponential demand, we need a visionary communications leader to shape our narrative. You will translate our complex technical breakthroughs—from proprietary silicon to next-gen systems—into powerful stories that resonate with customers, analysts, and employees worldwide Your Impact The Director of Executive Communications serves as a strategic advisor to the senior leadership of our Silicon, Systems, and Optics organizations. You will define and execute communication strategies that elevate our executive presence, translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives, and advance Cisco’s AI story. This is a high-visibility role for a storyteller who can bridge strategic planning with hands-on execution.

Strategic Advising:  Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. Develop and manage communication roadmaps, event calendars, and strategic opportunities that align with business objectives. Narrative & Content Development:  Craft clear, consistent messaging for diverse audiences. Oversee the production of speeches, keynotes, presentations, articles, and multimedia content that drive thought leadership. Executive Coaching:  Partner with executives to refine their presentation skills, communication style, and overall engagement approach with internal and external stakeholders. Cross-Functional Collaboration:  Partner with Marketing, PR, Analyst Relations, Investor Relations, and HR to ensure messaging consistency across all internal and external channels. Strategy Execution & Measurement:  Design and implement communication vehicles (broadcasts, roundtables, social media, etc.). Establish KPIs to measure effectiveness and continuously refine strategies based on data and feedback. Core Competencies Strategic Storytelling:  Ability to distill highly complex technical information into clear, palatable, and impactful soundbites. Executive Presence:  Proven ability to influence senior leaders and operate independently in a fast-paced, technical environment. Operational Excellence:  Experience managing complex activity calendars and high-visibility events (e.g., industry conferences, customer advisory boards). Adaptability:  Ability to pivot seamlessly between strategic thinking and tactical execution.

12-15 years of related experience and a 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 Preferred Qualifications: Experience working within the semiconductor industry Why Cisco?  At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.  We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.  Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or