Engineering Program Manager

The application window is expected to close on: 09/10/2026 Meet the Team Talos is Cisco’s industry-leading threat intelligence team that protects your organization’s people, data, and infrastructure from active adversaries. The Talos team collects information about existing and developing threats and ,    provides comprehensive protection against more attacks and malware than anyone else. All Cisco Security products apply Talos threat intelligence, providing fast and effective security solutions. Our job is protecting your network.        We are seeking an experienced seasoned Program Manager with extensive background in cross functional and cross business unit program management to manage software Threat Intelligence delivery for multiple Talos cloud services/products.       The successful candidate will have a unique blend of exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. Candidate must be able to balance business needs with consistently defining and delivering against program schedules, features outcomes and cost goals.

Talos Program Managers lead cross-functional teams consisting of product management, development, QA, support, and operations personnel to define, build and launch software applications (from ideation through delivery). Responsibilities include but are not limited to:   Leading software product core teams for multiple services/products.   Developing and managing cross-functional program schedules; identify risks, manage scope, resource changes, and monitor progress against plan.   Identifying , escalating, and driving resolution of issues that affect program schedule and feature commitments.    Managing stakeholder relationships through all phases of the program   Collaborating with key stakeholders to secure commitments for the necessary resources to complete the program and conduct the required reviews.   Gaining a clear understanding of business requirements, use cases, and outcomes features .   Leveraging solid experience in program execution, operations, and the software development life cycle (SDLC) .   Applying best practices and innovat e ing to continually improve the program experience.   Driving collaboration and coordination with international teams around the world .   Managing multiple, concurrent service releases within the program portfolio.   Taking on and successfully managing ad hoc projects as needed.   Identifying , escalating, and driving resolution of issues.   Contributing to the Talos Product Development Lifecycle via process and documentation development, and socialization across the organization.   Keeping all collaboration spaces and websites up to date throughout the process.   Communicating program status to management and executives on a regular basis in both formal and informal environments.

Bachelor's + 8 years, a Master’s degree + 6 years, or PhD + 3 years of complex program management (preferred in product development, product management or a technology environment ), using both agile and waterfall. Degree should be in Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field .     Experience with successfully leading and delivering cross functional programs from conception through deployment.

Strong relationship building and communication skills and the ability to work with varying levels of management .       Exceptional team player with the ability to quickly develop and foster cross-functional relationships.   Demonstrates ability to understand, resolve and communicate technical and business issues.   Ability to influence peers, managers, and directors while dealing with ambiguity .   Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.   Organized and meticulous, with a high level of integrity and reliability   Able to quickly drive, communicate, and gain support for decisions in fast-paced environments.   Ability to