Senior Corporate Counsel, Public Sector Compliance

About the Role

The Regulatory Affairs & Compliance team within Cisco’s Legal department is comprised of lawyers, program managers, operational specialists, engineers, and subject matter experts focused on topics including compliance and ethics (anti-bribery and anti-corruption), global trade, cybersecurity, telecom, environmental sustainability, and various other regulatory practice areas and programs. We partner with colleagues in Legal and functional teams across the company to drive compliance and impact. Cisco’s Regulatory Affairs, Legal team is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Corporate Counsel, Public Sector Compliance to advise on compliance matters, laws, and regulations governing public sector business in key markets, including the U.S. This role requires a deep understanding of public sector compliance legal principles, strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Providing legal advice and support on compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its supplements, and relevant statutes.
• Developing policies and guidelines crafted to foster a culture of trust and mitigate and address risks inherent to the public sector.
• Conducting internal assessments and monitoring for potential compliance issues and recommending pragmatic solutions.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, finance, and operations functions, to operationalize compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Partnering with Cisco’s Government Affairs team to help shape evolving regulations in a dynamic regulatory landscape.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and licensed in good standing.
• 10+ years of relevant in-house legal and/or law firm experience, with a focus on U.S. public sector compliance and government contracts.
• Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and relevant statutes.
• Consistent track record of developing and implementing compliance programs and policies and working with varying business units to develop, deliver, and guide effective, efficient regulatory compliance strategies and programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with national regulations and legal principles applicable to public sector business in the EU, LATAM, and Canada.
• Eligibility and willingness to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $227,500.00 to $288,400.00, with specific ranges for certain locations: New York City Metro Area ($255,900.00 - $373,100.00), Non-Metro New York State & Washington State ($227,500.00 - $331,700.00). Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance.
• Paid time away, including 10 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 1 paid day off for birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness.
• 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter.
• Optional 10 paid days per year to volunteer.
• Eligibility for annual bonuses and grants of Cisco restricted stock units.

Schedule

Members of the Legal organization at select locations will generally be expected to follow a hybrid work model, which includes two days of in-office attendance each week, with limited exceptions. The application window is expected to close on: 11/20/2026.