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Cisco · Sierra Vista, Arizona, US · On-site

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About Cisco

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About the role

As a Software Engineer, you will maintain and handle the lab infrastructure that supports the team and help bring Cisco products through certification. You will build and test networks, analyze products, work with engineering business units, and travel to Government test centers for onsite testing. You will use modern tooling, including automation frameworks and AI-assisted engineering assistants, to research, design, document, and validate technical solutions. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Experience working with Cisco products
  • Demonstrable Experience of IP routing protocols and switching technologies (e.g., LAN/WAN, STP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP/HSRP, IPv4, IPv6)
  • Ability to build test networks, including configuration and setup of routers and switches
  • Understanding of security concepts and frameworks: SSHv2, PKI, IPSec, TLS, AAA, Zero Trust, NIST 800-53, STIGs
  • Community college or higher education in Information Technology/Systems, Computer Science, or engineering, or a similar background, or 4 years additional work experience in a related field
More about this role

The application window is expected to close on: 11/03/2026

2025407 – Software Engineer (Hybrid)

  • Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.
  • This role operates in cleared government spaces so eligible applicants must be U.S. Citizen
  • This role is listed as hybrid, eligible applicants are required in office on a semi-regular basis.

You will be a member of the Global Certification Team (GCT), which consists of experts from the Defense Programs team, ComSec team, CC team, FIPS team, and IPv6 team. You'll have the opportunity to architect, design, develop, and test some of the world's newest and most popular systems.

As a Software Engineer, you will maintain and handle the lab infrastructure that supports the team and help bring Cisco products through certification. You will build and test networks, analyze products, work with engineering business units, and travel to Government test centers for onsite testing. You will use modern tooling, including automation frameworks and AI-assisted engineering assistants, to research, design, document, and validate technical solutions. You will work independently and as...

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