Chief Data Officer (CDO)

Job Title: Chief Data Officer (CDO) Role Summary The Chief Data Officer is responsible for defining and executing the enterprise data strategy, ensuring data is treated as a strategic asset to drive decision-making, innovation, and business growth. This role oversees data governance, data architecture, analytics, AI/ML initiatives, and regulatory compliance related to data. Key Responsibilities 1. Data Strategy & Leadership Define and execute enterprise-wide data strategy aligned with business objectives Establish data as a core asset for competitive advantage and innovation Advise executive leadership on data-driven opportunities and risks 2. Data Governance & Quality Establish data governance frameworks, policies, and standards Ensure data quality, integrity, lineage, and ownership across the organization Implement master data management (MDM) practices 3. Data Architecture & Platforms Oversee design and implementation of modern data platforms (data lakes, warehouses, lakehouse) Ensure scalability, performance, and accessibility of data systems Drive integration across enterprise systems 4. Analytics, BI & AI/ML Lead advanced analytics, business intelligence, and AI/ML initiatives Enable self-service analytics and data democratization Deliver insights that drive business performance and innovation 5. Data Privacy, Security & Compliance Ensure compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR , CCPA, and industry standards Partner with security tea