Sr Software Engineer Cloud Infra & Security (Cisco SDWAN)

Cisco Systems, Inc.; California, San Jose (MO, CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their SDWAN vAnalytics team. This role involves designing and developing secure cloud infrastructure services while leading FedRamp compliance efforts. You will leverage your expertise in AWS, cloud security, and data processing to create large-scale real-time streaming pipelines. The company values a diverse workforce and supports hybrid work, continuous learning, and community involvement. If you are passionate about technology and want to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid volunteer time off (80 hours annually)

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible work trends

Employee resource organizations

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience with expert-level coding in Python.
• Experience in cloud security infrastructure services and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop secure cloud infrastructure services.
• Lead FedRamp compliance efforts and recommend secure configurations.

Skills

Python

AWS

Cloud Infrastructure

Agile/Scrum

DevOps

Cloud Security

Vulnerability Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kafka

Spark

Job description

The application window is expected to close on 5/16/25.

This position requires that you commute to the San Jose, CA office at least 3 days a week.

Meet the Team

Cisco's SDWan vAnalytics team develops Cisco vAnalytics, a cloud-based analytics service for Cisco SD-WAN offering comprehensive insights into application and network performance. We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our SDWAN vAnalytics Cloud Infra & Services team.

Your Impact

In this role, you will design and develop secure cloud infrastructure services and lead FedRamp compliance efforts, serving as the lead for engagements and audits. You'll review and define FedRAMP/security needs and recommend configurations, leveraging your expertise in AWS cloud infrastructure, data processing, cloud security, encryption, and vulnerability management.

• Secure Architecture Knowledge: Design and implement cloud security infrastructure services architectures that meet security requirements.
• Cloud Security Expertise: Recommend secure configurations for cloud services (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government), balancing FedRAMP and security best practices.
• Build large-scale real-time streaming pipelines using AWS, Kafka, or Spark.
• Develop and maintain services in a FedRAMP-compliant environment.
• FedRAMP-Specific Guidance: Advise on requirements such as container scanning (runtime security, image integrity) and vulnerability management (risk prioritization, scan schedules).

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience with expert-level coding in Python, along with strong AWS, Cloud Infrastructure, and database development experience.
• Design and implementation experience with cloud security infrastructure services.
• Security compliance experience with AWS cloud infrastructure development.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment and DevOps.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to articulate design choices based on an expert understanding of the product, technology, and ROI.
• Knowledge and experience with Docker, AWS, and other cloud security technologies.
• Experience building large-scale real-time streaming pipelines using AWS, Kafka, or Spark.
• Ability to scope work accurately and provide reliable estimates for project milestones and completion.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to FedRAMP environment requirements.

#WeAreCisco

#WeAreCisco brings together individuals with diverse skills and perspectives to power an inclusive future for all.

We celebrate our employees' diverse backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Our culture supports hybrid work, continuous learning, and development at every stage. We have pioneered flexible work trends, enabling everyone to excel and be their best.

Our commitment to community is reflected in our employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, and our paid volunteer time off—80 hours annually—to support causes we care about. Nearly 86% of Cisconians participate in volunteer activities.

Our purpose, driven by our people, makes us a global leader in internet technology. We help customers reimagine applications, secure enterprises, transform infrastructure, and achieve sustainability goals. Every step we take aims toward a more inclusive future. Take your next step with us and be yourself!