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Data Planner, Global Customer Events

Cisco
Indianapolis, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Aug 2026
💰 $121,900/yr($96,100/yr$121,900/yr)

About the role

The application window is expected to close on: 08/08/2026

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This remote role is open to US based candidates and no relocation benefits are available.

Meet the Team

The Global Customer Events Data and Measurement team serves as the essential intelligence backbone for Cisco's event portfolio, ranging from CXO summits to large-scale industry marquee events. We provide the data planning, management, and visualization services that allow our stakeholders to measure impact and drive business outcomes. Our team is a meticulous, innovation-focused group that champions an "AI-first" mindset to optimize operational efficiency and data accuracy. We are passionate about transforming raw data into actionable insights that build the future of Cisco's global event strategy. Joining us means working at the intersection of data science, marketing operations, and high-stakes event execution.

Your Impact

Design and implement robust data collection strategies for a diverse global event portfolio to ensure reliable, high-quality, and compliant data output. Develop and maintain standardized data planning playbooks to drive operational excellence in partnership with Marketing Operations, Sales, and Privacy teams. Integrate AI-enabled tools to streamline workflows, consolidate processes, and scale high-impact reporting across the organization. Serve as a strategic advisor to event managers by aligning event KPIs with broader organizational goals and translating complex datasets into compelling business narratives. Partner with leadership to optimize the integration of event data into Cisco's broader marketing technology ecosystem to ensure seamless data flow and transparency.

Minimum Qualifications

· 5+ years of data planning experience in the high-tech or other relevant industry.

· 3+ year of experience working with CRM tools such as Salesforce (SFDC) and marketing operations tech stacks (Eloqua, Marketo, Adobe or similar tools).

· Ability to travel quarterly to support onsite events.

· 2+ years of experience managing projects within highly matrixed organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a relevant field.

· 2+ years of experience in event data planning and management, event technology, or operational demand generation.

· Proficiency in integrating AI tools to optimize workflow efficiency and process automation.

· Ability to distill complex data into clear, influential business narratives (Data Storytelling).

· Proven ability to guide teams through organizational transformation and change management.

· Strong analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to pivot strategies based on data findings.

Why Cisco? 

At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.

Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. 

We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. 

Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:

The starting salary range posted for this position is $96,100.00 to $121,900.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.

Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks.  Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco

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