Second Level Executive
ISE.GEN.E2
Leads one or more functional areas or smaller divisions.
Leads one or more functional areas or smaller divisions.
The story of this role
Who does this work
The Information Systems Executive, a visionary leader with a passion for technology, seeks to align the company's technological direction with its strategic business goals.
The problem this role solves
- The external problem: Disconnected technology strategies that hinder business growth and innovation.
- The internal problem: Feeling overwhelmed by the rapid pace of technological change and the challenge of keeping the organization aligned with those advancements.
- Why it matters: Believing that technology should empower people and processes, but struggling to find the right balance.
The plan
- Conduct a thorough assessment of the current technology landscape and its alignment with business needs.
- Engage with all stakeholders to understand their challenges and gather insights for technology transformation.
- Develop a comprehensive technology strategy that integrates software development, IT infrastructure, and R&D initiatives.
- Implement change management initiatives to foster a culture of innovation and adaptability within the organization.
- Continuously evaluate and adjust the technology strategy based on emerging trends and organizational feedback.
What's at stake
Failing to align technology strategy with business goals, resulting in wasted resources and missed opportunities. Losing the trust of stakeholders due to ineffective communication and lack of transparency in technological changes.
Success looks like
Achieving a seamless integration of technology that drives company growth and operational efficiency. Cultivating a culture of innovation that empowers teams to adopt new technologies and solutions effectively.
Summary
Leads one or more functional areas or smaller divisions. Sets strategic plans for their function/area based on corporate strategy.
Level — E2 — Senior Director (Executive)
Senior executive director leading multiple functions or a major area.
- Scope
- Multiple functions or a major area
- Autonomy
- Owns area-level strategy
- Complexity
- Multi-function strategy and risk
- Impact
- Major-area outcomes
- Decision rights
- Owns strategy and resourcing across functions
- Leadership
- Leads function leaders
- Typical experience
- 14–20 yrs
Core outputs
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Componentsshow ▾
Responsibilities3
- Lead one or more functional areascommonlevel
- Shape technology strategy for their domaincommonlevel
- Oversee multiple teamscommonlevel
Tasks3
- Set strategic planscommonlevel
- Oversee functional areascommonlevel
- Coordinate cross-functional effortscommonlevel
Skills5
- Strategic developmentcommonlevel
- Cross-functional leadershipcommonlevel
- Resource allocationcommonlevel
- Team coordinationcommonlevel
- Strategic communicationcommonlevel
Knowledge5
- Strategic planningcommonlevel
- Resource managementcommonlevel
- Functional leadershipcommonlevel
- Technology strategycommonlevel
- Corporate alignmentcommonlevel
competency3
- Strategic planningcommonlevel
- Cross-functional collaborationcommonlevel
- Resource managementcommonlevel
qualification4
- Broader technical knowledge across multiple projectscommonlevel
- Familiarity with architecture principles for larger systemscommonlevel
- Master's degree in Technology Management or related fieldcommonlevel
- 10+ years of experience in technology leadershipcommonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Director, Information Systems Executive | common | medium0.58 | — |
| Second Level Executive | common | medium0.50 | — |
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O*NET / SOC
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