Chief of Staff, VP of Strategy and Operations

Chief of Staff and VP of Operations Strategy & Planning – Hybrid role, 2 days per week onsite.

The role will serve as a trusted advisor to the SVP & GM, orchestrate engineering execution and lead cross‑functional operational initiatives. The primary responsibility is to drive strategic alignment, improve operational rigor, and ensure successful delivery of innovative cloud solutions. The leader will manage a team of approximately 40 professionals and collaborate across engineering, product management, and executive leadership.

• Act as Chief of Staff to the SVP & GM, providing strategic counsel, managing executive communications, and coordinating key initiatives and decision‑making processes.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing team within the Hybrid Cloud organization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Partner with product and engineering leaders to drive planning, budgeting, and operational execution across multiple sites.
• Establish governance frameworks for leadership meetings, decision follow‑up, and accountability.
• Create and present executive‑level materials, including presentations, updates, and analytical reports for strategic reviews and planning.
• Represent the Private Cloud & Flex Solutions business in cross‑BU forums, aligning dependencies, timelines, and commitments.
• Drive process excellence, operational rigor, and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and quality.
• Define and track KPIs, workflows, and metrics; analyze data to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
• Lead operational programs related to organizational readiness, operating models, and cost initiatives.
• Manage cross‑functional dependencies, risks, and escalations to ensure on‑time, high‑quality delivery of products and services.
• Travel Requirement: 25‑50% travel to various sites as needed to support initiatives and stakeholder engagement.

• 10+ years in business operations, product operations, program management, or executive leadership roles within large organizations.
• 5+ years of direct people‑management experience.
• Proven success in delivering measurable financial and operational outcomes.
• Strong experience in leading executive‑facing initiatives such as strategic planning, operational transformation, or business performance improvement.
• Technology industry experience, with a preference for cloud technologies.
• Exceptional communication skills, executive presence, and influencing ability.
• Management consulting experience is a plus.

Benefits include comprehensive health, financial, and emotional wellbeing support, professional development programs, and an inclusive work environment. Information about employee benefits can be found at

Job Level: Vice President

Compensation:
United States:
Annual Salary USD 187,000 – 373,000 in Colorado; 187,000 – 429,000 in Texas. Base salary only. Variable incentives may also be offered.

HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.