Security-Driven Networking Program Manager

Cisco Systems, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 172,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with Cisco match

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex security programs within Networking. You will coordinate with Software Engineering, Security & Trust, Compliance, Sales, and CX to define metrics and drive improvements across multiple product groups.

The role emphasizes governance, risk assessment, and execution planning, with opportunities to leverage AI tools for automation and insights. Located in the U.S., this is a strategic leadership position at Cisco.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with related experience; Master’s with 6+ years preferred.
• 5+ years in Program Management (networks, software development, security).
• 3+ years in managing software programs or releases.

Responsibilities

• Program manage complex security programs with cross-functional teams.
• Define security metrics and goals for Networking for adoption by other groups.
• Drive security improvement plans to close gaps in Build Environment Security and Secure by Design.
• Reduce vulnerabilities and improve component health and security posture.
• Develop dashboards and tools with Engineering and BI to show security/compliance posture.
• Improve CSAT for supported products.
• Use AI tools to streamline work and derive data-driven insights.
• Analyze security/quality data to identify trends and focus areas.

Skills

Program Management

Cross-functional coordination

Security programs

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Xray

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex security programs within Networking. You will coordinate with Software Engineering, Security & Trust, Compliance, Sales, and CX to define metrics and drive improvements across multiple product groups.

The role emphasizes governance, risk assessment, and execution planning, with opportunities to leverage AI tools for automation and insights. Located in the U.S., this is a strategic leadership position at Cisco.