Senior Engineering Program Manager

About the role

Lead complex, large-scale security programs that span multiple functions, run on multi-year horizons, and shape business direction — executing with accountability and delivering measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution strategy and delivery plans for resilient CI/CD, software supply chain security, cloud security initiatives, and AI-enabled security services.
• Synthesize program status and complex risks into clear narratives to inform executive decisions behind major security commitments.
• Champion a customer-first approach for the engineering teams you serve — partnering with Product and Engineering Managers to drive adoption, elevate service quality, and minimize friction so developers across Cisco can build securely with ease.
• Strengthen program management practices and standards to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across the organization's portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of related experience, Master’s with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years.
• Experience leading multiple large-scale, sophisticated, cross-functional programs.
• Proficiency in leading program planning, scheduling, execution, and risk across diverse functions or regions.
• Consistent track record of owning program delivery autonomously with minimal direction and measurable impact.
• Solid Experience delivering programs in security engineering, cloud security, DevSecOps, or software platform security.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with modern software delivery concepts such as secure SDLC, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native architectures.
• Exposure to AI/ML-enabled engineering or security workflows.
• Professional program management certifications, such as a PMP.
• Strong relationship-building and executive communication skills.

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Experience with security engineering, cloud security, DevSecOps, or software platform security.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-year programs.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance.

Pay

The starting salary range posted for this position is $166,500.00 to $234,100.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.

Schedule

Remote within the USA (Seattle and NY not considered for this role).