Cisco

Information Security Engineer Hybrid

Cisco$128K — $184K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in information security or related technical field in large enterprise environments.
  • Hands-on experience with data protection technologies, particularly DLP and DSPM platforms.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft security solutions and NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
  • Ability to collaborate with IT and security architects for deploying security solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Build, deploy, and maintain enterprise data security tools across diverse environments.
  • Support monitoring and implementation of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) solutions.
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts and playbooks to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with IT and security architects to meet cybersecurity frameworks.
  • Conduct data security assessments to enhance enterprise security posture.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contributions.
  • Paid parental leave and disability coverage.
  • Generous paid time off policies including vacation and sick leave.
  • Opportunity for Cisco restricted stock units.
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 09/29/2026
This is a hybrid role in Raleigh, North Carolina, Atlanta, Georgia or other Cisco hubs. (2-3 Days per week onsite)

Your Impact

As an Information Security Engineer, you will design, implement, automate, and operate security capabilities that protect the company's data and infrastructure. This role is exciting because you will work with modern technologies to solve complex enterprise-scale challenges, influence the protection of our customers and intellectual property, and help security become an enabler of business innovation. You will contribute by engineering security controls that scale across thousands of users, improving the detection and prevention of data ex-filtration, and reducing operational risk through automation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build, deploy, and maintain components of enterprise data security processes, tools, and services across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.


  • Support the rollout and monitoring of DLP solutions and DSPM platforms across endpoints and cloud/SaaS environments.


  • Develop and maintain playbooks, SOPs, and automation scripts (Python/PowerShell) to streamline compliance and security operations.


  • Partner with IT and security architects to ensure adherence to frameworks such as NIST CSF.


  • Participate in data security assessments, partner with data compliance and investigation teams to reduce data loss risk and drive continuous improvement of the enterprise security posture.


Minimum Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in information security or a related technical field in large, sophisticated enterprise environments.


  • Practical knowledge of data protection technologies such as DLP and DSPM platforms.


  • Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python or PowerShell) and exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).


  • Familiarity with Microsoft security solutions (e.g., Purview, Defender for Endpoint) and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
  • Proven ability to collaborate multi-functionally with IT and security architects to deploy and operationalize enterprise data protection controls and policies


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with enterprise-scale data protection and security architecture.


  • Interest or experience in AI/ML applications for security automation and threat detection.


  • Strong communication and influencing skills to collaborate effectively with IT and security teams.


  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+, SANS AI).


  • Desire to grow toward security architect roles and engage in cross-functional security initiatives.


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