Chief Data Officer

Chief Data Officer (CDO)

Role Overview

The Chief Data Officer (CDO) is a senior executive responsible for the organization’s data strategy, governance, and utilization. This role ensures that data is treated as a strategic asset, driving business value, innovation, and informed decision-making across the enterprise. The CDO oversees data management, analytics, privacy, and data-driven transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Data Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute a comprehensive enterprise data strategy aligned with business objectives

Serve as the organization’s thought leader on data, analytics, and AI

Promote a data-driven culture across all departments

Data Governance & Quality

Establish and enforce data governance frameworks, policies, and standards

Ensure data quality, integrity, consistency, and accessibility

Oversee data stewardship and lifecycle management

Analytics & Business Intelligence

Lead advanced analytics, reporting, and business intelligence initiatives

Enable predictive and prescriptive analytics to support strategic decisions

Partner with business units to identify data-driven opportunities

Data Architecture & Infrastructure

Collaborate with IT to design scalable data platforms and architectures

Oversee data integration, warehousing, and cloud data initiatives

Ensure systems support current and future business needs

Privacy, Security & Compliance

Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)

Work closely with legal, risk, and cybersecurity teams

Mitigate risks related to data usage and storage

Innovation & Transformation

Drive innovation through AI, machine learning, and emerging technologies

Identify new revenue streams or efficiencies through data monetization

Lead digital transformation initiatives involving data

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with C-suite leaders to align data initiatives with business goals

Communicate insights and strategy to executive leadership and the board

Build strong cross-functional partnerships

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Business, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred)

12+ years of experience in data management, analytics, or related roles

Proven leadership experience in a senior data or technology role

Strong understanding of data governance, data architecture, and analytics

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data tools

Knowledge of data privacy and regulatory requirements

Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale transformation initiatives

Key Skills & Competencies

Strategic thinking and executive leadership

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management

Deep understanding of data technologies and trends

Change management and organizational transformation

Business acumen and ability to translate data into value

Compensation The expected annual salary for this position is between $225,000 and $275,000 at the start of employment. A salary offer is determined on an individualized basis, taking into consideration factors such as an individual’s skills and experience. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package also includes eligibility for an annual bonus, medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision plans, life and disability insurance, employee wellness program, retirement and savings plans with employer contributions, generous holiday and paid time off schedules, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information The Bank will make reasonable accommodations to the following employees to allow them to perform the essential functions of their position, except where doing so would result in undue hardship to the Bank:

Those with a known mental or physical disability.

Pregnant individuals and/or individuals with pregnancy or childbirth-related medical conditions.

Victims of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking.

Employees with religious observance and practice obligations.

Any employee who believes he or she needs an accommodation for any of the above reasons should contact their supervisor or a member of Human Resources to request such an accommodation. In each case, the Bank will engage in a good faith written or oral dialogue concerning the individual’s accommodation needs; potential accommodations that may address the individual’s accommodation needs, including alternatives to a requested accommodation; and the difficulties that such potential accommodations may pose for the employer.

The Bank retains the ultimate discretion to choose the appropriate reasonable accommodation. Upon reaching a final determination at the conclusion of the cooperative dialogue, the Bank will provide the requesting individual with a written final determination identifying any accommodation granted or denied. In addition, the Bank will maintain any information regarding the employee’s request and status in the strictest confidence, except as requested by the employee, as required on a need-to-know basis or as otherwise required by law.

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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