Cisco is a leader in innovative technology solutions, and they are seeking an Early-career Security Engineer to join their Security & Trust Organization. This role involves collaborating with experienced security professionals to design, build, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines, integrating security practices across the software development lifecycle.
Enhance pipeline reliability, performance, scalability, and developer experience through automation and optimization
Embed security controls including SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, and container security into the software delivery lifecycle
Support the integration of AI-enabled automation tools for code analysis, vulnerability prioritization, workflow optimization, and security operations
Ensure governance, risk, and compliance consistency through adherence to Cisco security policies and regulatory requirements
Monitor pipeline health, security posture, and operational effectiveness while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
Collaborate with software engineering and platform teams as a technical resource supporting secure software development initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
Basic experience in software development with familiarity in one or more scripting or programming languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Experience with GitHub Actions, reusable workflows, source control practices, software development environments, and CI/CD methodologies
Foundational understanding of secure software development practices, application security concepts, and exposure to AI-assisted development tools, automation solutions, agentic workflows, MCP servers, or similar emerging technologies
Must be a U.S. citizen with authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship requirements
Preferred
Experience supporting CI/CD platforms, pipeline automation, or DevSecOps initiatives
Strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical teams
Exposure to AI-assisted code analysis, security scanning tools, and vulnerability management workflows
Familiarity with Git-based automation, secure coding practices, and interpreting security scan results against established coding or security standards
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
Non-exempt employees•• receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.
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Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
