Enterprise Data Security Engineer (Hybrid)

Cisco Systems, Inc.; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking an Information Security Engineer for a hybrid role based in Raleigh, NC, Atlanta, GA, or other Cisco hubs. The position focuses on protecting data and infrastructure through DLP, DSPM, and automation.

You will design, implement, and operate security controls at enterprise scale, collaborating with IT and security teams to reduce risk and enable secure business innovation. Strong scripting and cloud experience are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in information security or related field.
• Practical knowledge of data protection technologies such as DLP and DSPM.
• Proficiency in scripting (Python or PowerShell) and exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with Microsoft security solutions (e.g., Purview, Defender for Endpoint) and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
• Proven ability to collaborate with IT and security teams to deploy and operationalize data protection controls.

Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, and maintain components of enterprise data security processes, tools, and services across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Support the rollout and monitoring of DLP solutions and DSPM platforms across endpoints and cloud/SaaS environments.
• Develop and maintain playbooks, SOPs, and automation scripts (Python/PowerShell) to streamline compliance and security operations.
• Partner with IT and security architects to ensure adherence to frameworks such as NIST CSF.
• Participate in data security assessments and drive continuous improvement of the enterprise security posture.

Skills

Security engineering

Data protection

Scripting (Python/PowerShell)

Cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP)

NIST CSF familiarity

Microsoft security solutions (Purview,

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking an Information Security Engineer for a hybrid role based in Raleigh, NC, Atlanta, GA, or other Cisco hubs. The position focuses on protecting data and infrastructure through DLP, DSPM, and automation.

You will design, implement, and operate security controls at enterprise scale, collaborating with IT and security teams to reduce risk and enable secure business innovation. Strong scripting and cloud experience are required.