Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 05/15/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . Meet the Team The Cloud Assurance, Readiness & Compliance (CloudARC) team within Cisco’s Security & Trust Organization (STO) is at the heart of building customer trust. We ensure Cisco’s cloud portfolio meets the highest security standards and global certifications, acting as a critical link between engineering, legal, and our global customers to embed security into every aspect of Cisco’s operations. Your Impact As a Compliance Information Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in attaining and maintaining global compliance certifications for Cisco’s cloud offerings. You will navigate complex regulatory landscapes, turning compliance into a business enabler that fosters transparency and trust. This role offers the unique opportunity to work across diverse product ecosystems, influence security at a global scale, and be on the forefront of customer trust. Responsibilities Lead compliance readiness, control assessments, and external audits in collaboration with CloudARC leadership, Product Management, and Engineering. Attain and maintain global compliance certifications and regulatory frameworks, including SOC2, ISO27001/17/18, ENS, and C5. Support local and regional initiatives related to data privacy, security, and cloud compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders across Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Legal to provide industry-leading trust through security and compliance. Translate complex technical requirements into actionable compliance capabilities for stakeholders across the business ecosystem. Required Skills Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related technical field. 3+ years of hands-on experience handling compliance and regulatory frameworks Proven experience performing technical control assessments and facilitating external audits for cloud-based services. Experience mapping technical infrastructure requirements to global standards such as Spain ENS, Germany C5, or Japan ISMAP. Technical proficiency in cloud security architecture and data protection principles. Preferred Skills Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CCSK, or equivalent. Experience with a broad range of international frameworks, including Australia IRAP or CSA STAR. Strategic problem solver with the ability to build and scale compliance capabilities in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical requirements to diverse stakeholders. A passion for security innovation and a drive to enhance customer trust through transparency. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $91,600.00 to $116,200.00 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. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to