Head of Global Security Solutions Engineering

Cisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 321,000 - 468,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Cisco matching

Restricted stock units (RSUs)

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Cisco seeks a highly technical, impact-driven leader for Principal/Distinguished Security Solutions Engineers. You will shape Cisco's security strategy, orchestrate cross-architecture initiatives, and influence product development while evangelizing next-generation security technologies on a global stage.

You will partner with BU leadership, Sales, and Engineering to drive strategic outcomes, lead innovation across Secure Networking, and mentor elite architects, ensuring measurable returns and a

Qualifications

• Lead highly impactful, global technical teams
• Influence product roadmaps and GTM strategy
• Demonstrate mastery in enterprise security solutions
• Communicate with executive customers and partners

Responsibilities

• Define technical initiatives with BU leadership to optimize market share.
• Ensure real-world insights influence product features and roadmaps.
• Lead innovation for secure networking and cross-architecture technologies.
• Mentor elite engineers and sustain continuous learning.
• Drive external thought leadership and executive engagement.
• Manage headcount, budget, and resources with measurable impact.

Skills

Global leadership

Cyber security

Executive presence

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategy & governance

Public speaking

Education

BA/BS in Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Cisco seeks a highly technical, impact-driven leader for Principal/Distinguished Security Solutions Engineers. You will shape Cisco's security strategy, orchestrate cross-architecture initiatives, and influence product development while evangelizing next-generation security technologies on a global stage.

You will partner with BU leadership, Sales, and Engineering to drive strategic outcomes, lead innovation across Secure Networking, and mentor elite architects, ensuring measurable returns and a