Engineering Program Manager

The application window is expected to close on: 09/20/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . Meet the Team Cisco Cloud Security Group is a leading provider of Cloud Security and DNS services, enabling the world to connect to the Internet with confidence on any device, anywhere, anytime.     Our approach is twofold; first Umbrella, our cloud-delivered security service, blocks advanced attacks including malware, botnets, and phishing threats, while our predictive intelligence engine uses machine learning to automate protection against newly-discovered threats before they can reach our customers. Today, we handle more than 80 billion daily Internet requests from 65 million+ users around the world. Our global network has proven reliability and adds no latency. We protect each and every one of our customers' devices globally without any hardware to install or software to maintain.     Working at Cisco Cloud Security group means being surrounded by passionate and creative people who are determined to disrupt the Internet security industry with innovative ideas, world-class research and unrivaled products and services. It's a place where the best ideas are quickly transformed into products, features,   campaigns   and company-wide practices, with   nearly 100%   year-over-year usage growth.

As   Engineering   Program Manager   within Cisco Cloud Security organization, you will be working very closely with the Software Engineering team, supporting cloud products and deliverables. You bring an AI-first Technical Program Management lens to everything you do, embedding artificial   intelligence, machine learning, and intelligent automation into how programs are planned, executed, and delivered.   Besides solid program delivery and technical skills, you have proven experience in problem solving, managing multiple projects simultaneously, a deep understanding of cloud product development, strong background in CI/CD development model, and delivery of complex large-scale software projects.   You thrive in a fast-paced and demanding environ me nt.   Yo u hav e t he   ability t o   think creatively   and critically, lead through intellect, and are willing to roll-up your sleeves when needed. In addition, you are able to partner across a wide variety of functions. You have strong internal drive, a tenacious spirit, good communication skills and a collaborative method of working     Key Responsibilities:  Bring strong Technical Program Management expertise with an AI-first vision , pioneering the adoption of AI-driven tools, automation, and data-informed de cision- making to accelerate program delivery and drive innovation across teams   Support, track and manage complex program execution, cross-functional coordination, and inter/intra team communications to deliver outstanding, high quality program outcomes   Track and maintain cross-functional dependencies/deliverables, work with other cross-functional groups within Cisco Security to manage dependencies and deliverables   Provide t i mely   iss ue resolution and critic al path m anagement; and facilitate good communication.   Drive day-to day program activities to meet overall program objective   Be self-directed with the ability to review changes and weigh tradeoffs between engineering resources and operational improvements   Provide weekly updates and offer multiple levels of status across a wide spectrum of individual contributors to executive management   Drive an AI-first approach to program management, identifying and deploying AI/ML tools and intelligent automation to streamline planning, reporting, risk detection, and decision-making   Partner with engineering teams to plan and deliver AI/ML-powered features, demonstrating data-driven insights and predictive analytics to improve program velocity, quality, and outcomes     Minimum Qualifications: