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May 3, 2026
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Security Research Engineer

Durham, NC
Full-time
Onsite
$102K/yr - $144K/yr
Entry, Mid Level
Cisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing data and infrastructure connectivity. They are seeking a Security Research Engineer to evaluate global products for security vulnerabilities and collaborate with engineering teams to develop creative security solutions.
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Responsibilities

  • Evaluate global products and services to identify security vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and potential improvements to ensure the integrity of Cisco’s infrastructure
  • Adopt an attacker mentality using specialized tools and techniques to emulate real-world adversaries and proactively secure our systems
  • Partner with industry-leading engineering teams to assess complex architectures and contribute to creative security solutions that protect our customers
  • Research emerging security topics independently or collaboratively to develop new tools and ideas that drive the evolution of our security posture
  • Achieve success by delivering highly secured solutions that meet the rigorous demands of our most critical global clients

Qualification

Required

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (with security research or project-based experience) or a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of professional security experience
  • 2+ years of experience in secure coding/development, code analysis for vulnerabilities, or software testing
  • Experience with operating system concepts, including memory management or binary analysis
  • 2 years of demonstrated experience in building, maintaining, and supporting technical tooling
  • Experience with AI/ML frameworks and research tooling

Preferred

  • Experience in at least two of the following: Unix system hardening, applied cryptography, network protocol analysis, or DevOps security
  • Possession of industry-recognized certifications such as OSCP
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively within a diverse, high-energy research team
  • Consistent record of innovative problem-solving and independent research
  • Excellent communication skills for multi-functional engagement with engineering teams
  • Adaptability to work with emerging technologies and evolving security landscapes

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
  • 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
  • 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
  • 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
  • Flexible vacation time off program
  • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
  • 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
  • Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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Founded in 1984
San Jose, California, USA
10001+ employees
http://www.cisco.com
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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Founded in 1984
San Jose, California, USA
10001+ employees
http://www.cisco.com