Chief Data Officer

IDBNY•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
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

Responsibilities

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
Establish and enforce data governance frameworks, policies, and standards
Ensure data quality, integrity, consistency, and accessibility
Oversee data stewardship and lifecycle management
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
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
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
Drive innovation through AI, machine learning, and emerging technologies
Identify new revenue streams or efficiencies through data monetization
Lead digital transformation initiatives involving data
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