Security Research Engineer

Application window expected to close on 08/09/2026; posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or sufficient applications are received.

About the Team

The Security & Trust Organization (S&TO) secures products and services, protects Cisco and its employees, and cultivates trust with customers, partners, and regulators. You’ll collaborate with a diverse network of internal and external stakeholders to drive essential security initiatives across Cisco, including IT, Product, Customer Experience (CX), and nearly every business unit.

Responsibilities

• Work on daily certification team activities for EUCC, Common Criteria, and national cybersecurity certification projects.
• Uphold and enforce high-quality standards for technical documentation and peer reviews.
• Manage complex certification programs from scoping and feasibility through evaluation, lab engagement, and final certification.
• Resolve escalated certification challenges, including technical findings, documentation gaps, evaluation evidence issues, and scheme-specific requirements.
• Lead specific project workstreams from initial requirements through final execution.
• Develop comprehensive project plans for specialized testing requirements, including procurement of necessary demo units.
• Present program status updates at key milestones and stakeholder meetings.
• Ensure certification delivery remains on schedule, within scope, and aligned with quality, budget, and regulatory expectations.
• Collaborate across the entire certification lifecycle, including technical writing, network analysis, and business feasibility studies.
• Maintain rigorous project tracking, evidence traceability, certification reporting, and risk mitigation plans.
• Conduct proactive risk assessments and develop effective mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Fluency in English.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of hands-on experience with Common Criteria, EU Common Criteria (EUCC).
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of network security (IDS/IPS, encryption), routing, switching, and data center/cloud computing architectures.
• Proven ability to architect Cisco product solutions and translate complex technical specifications into formal certification documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent Cisco-recognized technical certifications.
• Ability to interface effectively with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and external regulatory bodies.
• Strong logical reasoning skills with the ability to apply security engineering expertise to resolve complex certification roadblocks.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and high-complexity projects with minimal supervision.
• Deep practical experience in deploying and administering Cisco products and enterprise-level network environments.

Why Cisco?

Cisco revolutionizes how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era. With 40 years of innovation, Cisco creates solutions that provide security, visibility, and insights across digital footprints. The company fosters a collaborative culture with global impact, offering opportunities to grow and build meaningful solutions.

Pay

Starting salary range for this position in the U.S. and Canada is $128,400.00 to $174,400.00, not including incentive compensation, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and training.

Full salary ranges by location:

• New York City Metro Area: $155,000.00 - $256,000.00
• Non-Metro New York State & Washington State: $138,100.00 - $227,900.00

For quota-based sales roles, the ranges include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance.
• 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees.
• 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness.
• Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at 4.92 hours per pay period.
• Exempt employees participate in a flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit (subject to business limitations).
• 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, with up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward.
• Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues.
• Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer.
• Eligibility to earn annual bonuses (for non-sales roles) and performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles).