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Skills

Core Skills
Data Governance, Data Quality Management, Data Management
Power Competencies
Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Change Management, Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Management

Credentials

CDMP, CCDO, CDGP, CIMP

Educational Providers

Public and private 2-year and 4-year colleges, universities.

Ohio Median Salary

$148,000

A Chief Data Officer...

The Chief Data Officer (CDO) is a high-ranking executive responsible for the management and governance of an organization’s data assets. Their role includes defining data strategy, ensuring data quality and security, and leveraging data for business insights. The CDO plays a critical role in shaping the data culture within the organization, aligning data initiatives with business goals, and driving data-driven decision-making.

Alternative Titles

Chief analytics officer, Chief/Head of data and analytics

Qualifications

You should be: Collaborate with various departments to harness the full potential of data as a strategic asset, facilitating innovation, compliance, and competitive advantage. Have about 10 years of experience in leadership roles, either as a senior data analyst or a senior engineer.