Business Operations Manager

The application window is expected to close on: 08/09/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . Meet the Team Our team sits at the heart of the Distributed Systems Engineering (DSE) organization, providing the operational backbone that empowers our engineers to innovate at scale. We partner directly with SVP-level leadership to turn complex engineering visions into reality, ensuring that our resources, budgets, and strategic initiatives are perfectly aligned. We are a dynamic, collaborative group that thrives on solving complex problems and bridging the gap between technical execution and business strategy. Joining us means being part of a high-visibility team where your work directly enables the success of the entire Infrastructure Engineering organization.

As a Business Operations Manager, you will serve as a critical partner to engineering leadership, driving the operational excellence that keeps our organization moving forward. Typical responsibilities include: Lead quarterly and annual planning processes, ensuring that our roadmap is supported by accurate budget, headcount, and resource analysis. Orchestrate key organizational meetings and events, providing the structure necessary for our leaders to make informed, data-driven decisions. Streamline workflows and remove roadblocks to project success by managing cross-functional partnerships with Finance and TPM teams, Your success in this role will be defined by your ability to translate high-level strategy into repeatable, efficient processes that allow our engineering teams to focus on what they do best: building the future.

5+ years of professional experience in engineering operations or project management within the high-tech industry. Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field. Documented experience leading quarterly or annual planning processes within an engineering organization. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint). Experience in conducting data analysis related to budgets, headcount, and resource allocation.

Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive decision-making in ambiguous environments. Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience presenting to executive leadership. Demonstrated success in managing organizational events, such as staff meetings, all-hands, and offsites. Familiarity with AI-driven tools, such as Codex, and experience with prompt engineering to support operational workflows. Strong organizational skills with the ability to shift priorities effectively in a high-demand, fast-paced environment. 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 Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $134,500.00 to $176,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the