Cisco Cloud Security is a top provider of cloud-based network security services. It helps businesses connect securely to the Internet and their private resources from any device, at any location, and at any time. The Cisco Secure Access team is developing the next generation of Secure Service Edge (SSE) solutions as highly available distributed systems using cloud engineering practices.
As a Software Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for a team of talented engineers focused on developing, maintaining, and scaling our cloud security systems. You will play a critical role in ensuring our cloud infrastructure's security, reliability, and performance while fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.
Your Impact:Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Project Management: Coordinate the planning, execution, and delivery of cloud security projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and with high quality.Technical Oversight: Provide technical guidance and expertise in cloud security, architecture, and standard processes to ensure robust and scalable solutions.Collaboration: Work closely with multi-functional teams, including product management, operations, and other engineering teams, to align on goals and work. Performance Management: Conduct regular performance evaluations, set clear objectives, and provide ongoing feedback and development opportunities for team members.Security Compliance: Ensure that all cloud security systems align with industry standards and regulations and stay updated on the latest security threats and mitigation strategies.Resource Management: Develop team resources optimally, including hiring, training, and allocating tasks to meet project demands.Minimum Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.Experience: 10 years of proven experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.Technical Skills: Strong background in Distributed systems, networking, cloud security, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP), and software development.Leadership: Shown ability to lead and inspire a team, with excellent communication and social skills. Project Management: Experience in managing complex projects with multiple collaborators and tight deadlines.Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools. Preferred Qualifications:Experience: Previous experience in a high-scale, high-availability environment. Security Knowledge: In-depth understanding of security principles, practices, and technologies relevant to cloud environment#WeAreCisco#WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all.
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