Software Engineer Security & Automation II

Software Engineer Security & Automation II (Full Time) – United States

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Our dedicated team members are building the future of Cisco’s AI-driven platforms and data infrastructure, supporting innovation across the globe. You will join a collaborative environment focused on developing advanced data pipelines, secure cloud infrastructure, and automation solutions within business groups such as Security and Infra & Security (Compute, Cloud, Security teams). As part of this innovative team, you will contribute to the growth of cutting‑edge technologies in data, intelligent systems, and cybersecurity automation.

Explore opportunities at the intersection of security engineering, automation, and AI—helping to transform how Cisco and its customers harness secure, intelligent automation.

As a passionate software engineer, you will play a critical role in developing scalable, secure data pipelines, designing robust analytics platforms, and building automation infrastructure to support Cisco’s security and cloud initiatives. Your expertise in programming, data systems, and cybersecurity allows you to solve complex challenges with innovation and precision. By building and maintaining essential security tools and automation platforms, you enable Cisco’s business groups to leverage AI‑driven, secure, and automated insights for operational excellence and strategic growth.

Your contributions ensure reliable, high‑quality, and secure infrastructure that supports Cisco’s leadership in intelligent, security‑first technology solutions.

• Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or degree program (e.g., Associates, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 3 years of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 4 years of relevant experience, Bachelors + 2 years of relevant experience) or Masters + 0 years of relevant experience.
• Experience writing, debugging, and maintaining code in Python or other scripting languages (such as Bash), with a focus on automating tasks, workflows, or processes.
• Understanding of security protocols and principles (e.g., TLS/SSL, SSH, OAuth, SAML, IPsec) and familiarity with common cybersecurity tools.
• Exposure to Dev Ops and Dev Sec Ops  practices, including integrating security measures into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Git Hub Actions) and cloud environments.
• Familiarity with cloud security concepts and experience using automation tools within software development and deployment workflows.

• Understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts, algorithms, and basic implementation techniques.
• Familiarity with securing cloud environments, including knowledge of cloud security best practices and commonly used security tools.
• Experience or coursework related to securing containerized applications (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), including vulnerability assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Hands‑on experience writing and executing automated tests for Python applications using the pytest framework.

Employees are offered benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Employees may also receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment. Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time are provided as per Cisco policies.