# Technical Leader- Platform Security at Cisco

- Company: Cisco
- What the company does: Cisco is a worldwide technology leader powering an inclusive future for all. Learn more about our products, services, solutions, and innovations. Backed by Sequoia and Menlo.
- Company website: https://www.cisco.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Milpitas, California, US
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-18
- Apply by: 2026-12-02
- Apply: https://cisco.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Cisco_Careers/job/Milpitas-California-US/Technical-Leader--Platform-Security_2026165?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cisco-technical-leader-platform-security/

## About the role

As a Technical Leader, you will serve as the primary authority on platform security, steering the architecture, development, and integration of robust security solutions. You will work across the full stack—from hardware and firmware to Linux and networking operating systems like SONiC—to establish a secure chain of trust. Your leadership will define how we protect our platforms throughout their entire lifecycle, ensuring integrity from manufacturing through production deployment. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of related experience, or Master’s degree with 6 years of related experience, or PhD with 3 years of related experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in C/C++ and Python/shell, with demonstrated ability to debug across firmware, Linux, and hardware layers
- Minimum 8 years of experience in platform, firmware, or system security
- Minimum 5 years of specific expertise in UEFI Secure Boot, Linux boot/kernel architectures, and hardware Root of Trust (TPM or equivalent)
- 8 years of strong Linux system expertise, covering boot processes, kernels, drivers, and firmware interfaces within SONiC or similar networking operating systems


Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cisco-technical-leader-platform-security/