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ISE.GEN.E2
Second Level Executive
Information Systems Executive

Second Level Executive

ISE.GEN.E2

E2E2 — Senior Director (Executive)medium0.70draftglobalv1

Leads one or more functional areas or smaller divisions.

Level
E2 · E2 — Senior Director (Executive) · 14–20 yrs
Function · Focus
Information Systems Executive · General
Market pay (median)
Pay basis
model pending

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

  1. Conduct a thorough assessment of the current technology landscape and its alignment with business needs.
  2. Engage with all stakeholders to understand their challenges and gather insights for technology transformation.
  3. Develop a comprehensive technology strategy that integrates software development, IT infrastructure, and R&D initiatives.
  4. Implement change management initiatives to foster a culture of innovation and adaptability within the organization.
  5. 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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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 ▾
AliasTypeConfidenceApproved
Senior Director, Information Systems Executivecommonmedium0.58
Second Level Executivecommonmedium0.50
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