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Lead design and implementation of scalable distributed systems and define long-term technical strategy for ingestion pipelines. | Bachelor's degree and 5+ years backend development experience with expert Go or Java skills and distributed systems knowledge. | The application window is expected to close on: 08/05/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team The Ingest Processor Team serves as the foundational engine of the Splunk Integrated Data Platform, architecting and maintaining high-throughput pipelines that process petabytes of data. Our work sits at the critical intersection of Cisco and Splunk integration, providing the mission-critical infrastructure that powers real-time observability and security for our global enterprise customers. We are a high-performing, collaborative organization that prioritizes clean code, rigorous testing, and pragmatic architectural decision-making. Operating in a hybrid/remote environment, we foster a culture where technical excellence and continuous learning are the standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to solve complex distributed systems challenges at a scale unmatched in the industry. Your Impact Define and drive the long-term technical strategy for our ingestion pipelines to ensure industry-leading performance, elasticity, and scalability. Lead the design and implementation of mission-critical distributed systems, directly influencing the reliability and performance of the entire Splunk platform. Partner with product and platform leadership to bridge the gap between complex engineering initiatives and evolving business requirements. Elevate the engineering organization by establishing best-in-class standards for system design, code quality, and operational excellence. Champion the adoption of emerging technologies to solve large-scale data challenges, ensuring our infrastructure remains at the forefront of the industry. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field. 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with a primary focus on large-scale distributed systems. Expert-level proficiency in Go or Java, including a deep, practical understanding of concurrency models and memory management. Experience architecting, deploying, and scaling high-volume data processing pipelines systems Experience with cloud-native infrastructure, including Kubernetes, microservices architecture, and distributed storage systems. Preferred Qualifications Exceptional ability to influence technical strategy and align stakeholders across multiple teams and organizational levels. Demonstrated success in leading complex, multi-year engineering roadmaps from initial conception through to production. A strong track record of mentoring senior engineers and fostering a culture of high-performance and technical excellence. Advanced ability to communicate complex architectural concepts and trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. A demonstrated passion for driving innovation and maintaining expertise in state-of-the-art distributed systems and data platform technologies. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $146,700.00 to $214,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $165,000.00 - $277,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $146,700.00 - $247,000.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Develop and implement standardized IBP processes aligning demand, supply, and financial plans while leading cross-functional collaboration and executive meetings. | Bachelor's degree with 10+ years experience in supply chain or related fields, MBA preferred, with strong influencing skills in matrix environments. | The application window is expected to close on: 07/31/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. This is a remote position for United States. Preferred locations are RTP, North Carolina and San Jose, California. Meet the Team This is an exciting opportunity to join the Services Supply Chain team. We drive customer satisfaction by ensuring the right parts are in the right place at the right time. The ideal candidate will become part of an established team of world class supply chain professionals who manage inventory investments to support our customer’s needs and exceed delivery expectations. This position is critical to the success of Cisco’s customer experience and profitability. Your Impact The Integrated Business Planner facilitates decision making through evaluating and revising projections for demand, supply, product and portfolio changes, strategic projects, and the resulting financial plans. We are looking for a candidate with strong leadership experience and deep knowledge on all aspects of planning processes including long range portfolio planning, demand planning, supply planning, production planning, integrated reconciliation and executive alignment to the integrated business plan. You have strong financial foresight, problem solving and scenario building expertise, and excellent collaboration and communication skills. You will also be responsible for influencing large-scale global and regional teams to collect, analyze, consolidate, and report key data, improving the decision-making process to bridge gaps versus the business plan on revenue, profitability, and the cash conversion cycle. Key responsibilities include: Develop and Implement IBP Processes: Establish and maintain a standardized IBP process across the organization to ensure consistency and efficiency in planning activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including CX, finance, supply chain, sales, and marketing, to ensure collaboration cross functionally to tie Service offers to operational goals (customer delivery and cost). Data Integration and Analysis: Utilize data from multiple sources to create accurate forecasts tied to CX booking and offer strategy. Drive tight integration and business and CX data related to attach rates, revenue and RMA trends. Performance Monitoring: Monitor and report on the performance of the IBP process, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement. Facilitate Executive Meetings: Lead regular meetings to review performance, resolve issues, and make decisions that align with business objectives and support strategic priorities. Risk Management: Identify potential risks within the planning process and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring smooth operations and goal attainment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 10+ years related experience Experience collaborating with Supply Chain, Marketing or Services and Finance Ability to influence at all levels within Supply Chain, Marketing CX, and Finance organizations and other key cross functional partners in a matrix environment including externally. Demonstrated knowledge of best practices and benchmarks, corporate objectives, and resource availability to identify and prioritize continuous improvement projects. Incorporates an integrated understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain to anticipate cross-functional impacts, interdependencies, and trade-offs. Has strong business insight – deeply understands the business, portfolio, markets, customers, challenges, and demands. Preferred Qualifications MBA or advanced degree is preferred Experience across at least two supply chain functional areas Green belt Six Sigma certification and Supply Chain Certification (APICS/IBF) desirable Excellent communication and facilitation skills to promote collaboration across departments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to drive data-driven decision-making. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $155,300.00 to $227,300.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $199,200.00 - $317,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $179,900.00 - $291,700.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Provide technical support and break-fix services for a cloud SaaS solution, collaborating with teams to resolve escalations and create knowledge content. | 3+ years technical support experience, foundational Kubernetes and cloud computing knowledge, U.S. citizenship, local to Boulder or Richardson, and bachelor's degree. | The application window is expected to close on: 08/31/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. This role must be local to Boulder, CO or Richardson, TX ONLY - must be local or willing to relocate. This role is Hybrid and will require up to 3 days a week in either Boulder or Richardson office Meet the Team Join us as we pursue our disruptive new vision to provide a world-class, real-time observability platform that combines logging, monitoring, and tracing. We are seeking an individual with technical support or consulting experience to provide support services for the Splunk Observability Cloud solution. This individual will work closely with our customers and field delivery personnel to provide break-fix support, operational maintenance, and Premium support services. This position is an integral part of the long-term plan to grow the relationship with our customers, and the efforts put forth by this individual will directly impact the long-term success of the relationship. In order to succeed in this team, this individual must have the passion and energy to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused, and fun environment. Diversity Matters, we harness our unique strengths to deliver the best outcomes. We work closely with several different parts of the organization to learn and educate each other, then we build the right solution for all parties; transparency is at our core. We have fun doing phenomenal work with great people. Come become one of us. Your Impact Support customers who have implemented the Splunk Observability Cloud SaaS solution, guiding the resolution of customer issues and escalations in a professional and timely manner, adhering to SLA guidelines. Provide clear and effective written and verbal communication to customers, including phone and Webex-based support. Collaborate with Splunk Development Engineers and Customer Success teams to address customer problems effectively. Contribute to the creation of technical knowledge content to empower customer self-service. Utilize existing troubleshooting skills and web technologies knowledge, while further developing expertise in development languages such as .NET, Java, and/or node.JS. Thoroughly investigate technical issues to determine root causes and propose effective solutions or workarounds. Support the reproduction of customer issues, file detailed bug reports, escalate cases to Engineering when necessary, and provide comprehensive documentation. Minimum Qualifications Applicants must be local to Boulder, CO or Richardson, TX Must be a U.S. Citizen due to the position may require access to U.S. export-controlled technologies, technical data, and/or sensitive government data. Flexibility to participate in on-call rotations may be required to support our federal customers. 3+ years of experience in customer support, technical account management, or a related field. A foundational understanding of Kubernetes, REST APIs, cloud computing, and observability concepts. Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities with exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Excellent time management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize SLA-driven customer issues. A passion for technology and a dedication to thriving in an ever-evolving technical environment. A customer-centric attitude and a strong willingness to learn. A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $94,200.00 to $125,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $117,600.00 - $171,500.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $102,400.00 - $165,800.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Provide technical leadership and architectural contributions for backend services in a distributed system environment focused on security and performance. | 8+ years software development, 3+ years technical leadership, proficiency in Go or similar languages, and experience with distributed systems and security architecture. | The application window is expected to close on: 07/21/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. This role can be performed from any location within the United States. Your Impact We are a highly dynamic engineering organization that works on building software for workload security products that cater to highly complex and scalable customer environments to protect their crown jewel application workloads from increasingly complex threat vectors. As a Senior Technical Lead, you will work with and provide technical leadership to a team of highly motivated engineers working on solutions to ship or deploy for our customers, with a focus on improving Scale, Performance, Reliability, Robustness, and, most importantly, Security. In this role you'll provide technical leadership and make architectural contributions in backend services that: • Collect and process telemetry at scale from data sources in customer environments • React to changes in environment and render policies in highly scalable manner to large number of enforcement points • Implement API endpoints that need to respond with minimal latencies even when crunching large volumes of data. • Will be deployed in highly complex distributed system environments and involve failure modes unique to those environments. Minimum Qualifications • At least 8+ years' experience building software systems in one or more programming languages such as Go, C++, or Java. • 3+ years' technical leadership experience in a software engineering environment • Agile experience • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of related experience, Master's with 6 years, PhD with 3 years, or equivalent combination of education and experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience Preferred Qualifications • Proficiency in Computer Science foundational areas, including algorithms, systems, databases, performance engineering and security architecture • Schema/Data modeling design experience • Experience with large-scale event processing architectures • Experience in systems programming and performance engineering • Experience working with security architecture and database design • Kubernetes experience • Experience programming using cloud APIs for AWS, Azure, or GCP • A professional who embraces agile methodologies that involve rapid prototyping by feedback gathered from customers, peers and technical solution architects, customer enablement engineers and support engineers. • A technically skilled leader who enjoys architecting, designing, analyzing, and brainstorming solutions that improve the product and produce customer-facing capabilities Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $210,600.00 to $305,100.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $210,600.00 - $350,800.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $189,300.00 - $312,200.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Provide high-level administrative support including calendar, travel, and meeting management for senior executives. | At least 7 years administrative experience with 2 years supporting VP-level executives and expert Windows application skills. | The application window is expected to close on: 07/27/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. This is a hybrid role with three-four days per week at Cisco’s San Jose office. Meet the Team The Data Center and Internet Infrastructure team leads the strategy for high-performance routing and mobile networks, driving innovation for the world’s largest webscalers and enterprises. We develop cutting-edge solutions across silicon, software, and systems that power the future of cloud and AI services. We are seeking a proactive professional to support our SVP and GM as he transforms global network infrastructures. Join us to help shape the technology that connects the world. Your Impact You will be extremely forward-thinking with a professional and approachable demeanor in all interactions; possess outstanding communication skills with all levels of staff, executives, customers, vendors; and good judgment. Calendar Management: Management of SVP's calendar and daily schedule to include prioritizing conflicting meeting requests, supervising action items and commitments of executive and following-up to ensure completion. This will require outstanding organization skills, prioritizing multiple priorities and keeping a lively executive on track and on schedule. Event Speaking Engagement Coordination: Responsible for a running list of SVP's engagements and works closely with communications team to ensure content needs are understood and set in motion so the SVP is prepared for each engagement. Meeting Planning and Organization: Assisting Senior VP in planning and organizing meetings by taking ownership for assembling the agenda, location, accommodating technology requirements based upon participant needs, and all other meeting logistics. May further prepare meeting briefing documents by taking and disseminating notes and formulating post meeting action item list. Travel Briefing Preparation: Creating travel packs for international trips. This work includes combining all event information in addition to coordinated logistics of travel and also customer/team asks. Correspondence/Approvals: Supporting SVP by acting as proxy for communications and approvals as authorized. Answering general questions as crucial, referring (filtering) routine matters to appropriate parties, and following up to ensure proper disposition. Taking initiative to resolve issues within specified policies and guidelines, and providing mentorship to administrative community members on problem solving. Resolving when executive action is required and supplying a recommendation where appropriate. Travel and Expense Management: Responsible for making in-depth global travel arrangements for SVP and handling Cisco expenses. Special Projects: Providing analytical support to assist executive on special projects. Researching issues, analyzing problems, compiling data, and preparing reports. Confidentiality: Candidate will deal expertly with highly critical and confidential matters and materials. Mentor new Executive Administrative Assistants and other administrators. Participates in a cross-functional EA network and will lead the organization’s community of Admins. In addition to general administrative duties of an EA, daily tasks are carried out at a higher level of complexity. Specifically, the critical behaviors of this role are: Self-motivated and proactive around needs of the SVP and the Organization Able to work with limited direction and have a take-charge demeanor Able to operate successfully with limited direction and ambiguity Use tact, subtlety and a practical knowledge of company policies, practices and procedures Responsiveness to all levels of inquiry Challenge ‘the way we’ve always done it’ and provide a deeper more innovative way of doing things Keep the big picture in mind when making independent decisions that affect the SVP’s calendar The ability to exercise critical and independent judgment when it comes to the SVP’s calendar and time Organized and efficient with their own time Able to think creatively and calmly when it comes to quick and unplanned changes in schedule Earn administrative community respect and have the ability to work with and through others as needed You take initiative, can handle a full desk with ease and thrive in a lively environment. You have high-energy with a passion for thinking bigger and broader than the role itself. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, independent judgment, utmost integrity and ability to balance both strategic and tactical actions. You have outstanding attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information. You enjoy a collaborative environment, are committed to improvement, solve problems and make decisions. You have a proven ability to multitask and work in a focused manner. You are comfortable working without instruction on routine tasks and very little instruction on new projects. Minimum Qualifications 7+ years experience in administrative environment, with a minimum of 2 years supporting at the VP level or above. Expert level knowledge of Windows desktop computer applications: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience in calendar management, planning meetings and coordinating travel. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to connect with all levels of Executive/Senior staff and clients. Ability to navigate web and email at high competency knowledge. Preferred Qualifications BA/BS or equivalent experience Past work experience in the high-tech industry Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $121,200.00 to $153,700.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $121,200.00 - $178,800.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $107,200.00 - $165,200.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Provide technical leadership and architectural contributions in backend distributed systems. | 8+ years software development, 3+ years technical leadership, proficiency in Go or similar languages, and experience with distributed systems and cloud APIs. | Job Description: • Provide technical leadership and make architectural contributions in backend services • Collect and process telemetry at scale from data sources in customer environments • React to changes in environment and render policies in highly scalable manner to large number of enforcement points • Implement API endpoints that need to respond with minimal latencies even when crunching large volumes of data • Will be deployed in highly complex distributed system environments and involve failure modes unique to those environments Requirements: • At least 8+ years' experience building software systems in one or more programming languages such as Go, C++, or Java • 3+ years' technical leadership experience in a software engineering environment • Agile experience • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of related experience, Master's with 6 years, PhD with 3 years, or equivalent combination of education and experience • In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience • Proficiency in Computer Science foundational areas, including algorithms, systems, databases, performance engineering and security architecture • Schema/Data modeling design experience • Experience with large-scale event processing architectures • Experience in systems programming and performance engineering • Experience working with security architecture and database design • Kubernetes experience • Experience programming using cloud APIs for AWS, Azure, or GCP • A professional who embraces agile methodologies Benefits: • medical, dental and vision insurance • 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution • paid parental leave • short and long-term disability coverage • basic life insurance • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year • 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday • paid year-end holiday shutdown • 4 paid days off for personal wellness • 16 days of paid vacation time for non-exempt employees • flexible vacation time off program for exempt employees • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date • up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer • annual bonuses for non-sales roles

Develop and execute strategic communications for CX product management and marketing leadership. | 10+ years in executive/internal/external communications with experience supporting senior executives and leading cross-functional projects. | The application window is expected to close on: 07/12/2026Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team You will be part of Cisco’s Customer Experience (CX) organization focused on providing communications support for the CX Product Management and Marketing executive leadership. We are passionate about being at the innovative edge of technology, building exciting products that solve our customers’ biggest challenges, and taking the CX organization to the next level in the age of AI! Your Impact The successful candidate will be in control of developing a narrative that informs, encourages, and engages internal and external audiences, in line with our organization’s vision, strategy, and values. They will employ a range of messaging platforms and channels, including internal and executive communications, customer and partner engagements, social media, newsletters, and industry events. We are seeking an artful writer and skilled strategic communicator who can translate technical concepts into clear, compelling language. Our team needs someone with a consistent record of producing high-quality, streamlined content, and a steadfast eye for quality and detail while balancing multiple projects. This role requires regular collaboration with senior leaders in Product Management and Marketing, as well as CX Engineering stakeholders, Corporate Communications, Corporate Marketing, and People & Communities. • Develop and execute strategic communications for the product organization, with support concentrated on the SVP CX Product Management role; build messaging aligned to Cisco CX outcomes and priorities, engage with customers, partners, industry professionals, and employees. • Produce employee-facing communications (e.g., organizational messages and All Hands meetings) and external content for executive leadership (e.g., keynote presentations, customer and partner executive briefings, thought leadership content). • Work with product management teams to articulate our value proposition and deliver it as a narrative in the form of presentations, messaging documents, blogs, and more. • Work closely with CX People & Communities to drive internal communications around group-wide initiatives and programs. • Partner with central communications teams to align messaging and content and amplify relevant stories. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Marketing or related field • 10+ years in executive/internal/external communications • 5+ years supporting senior executives • 5+ years independently leading cross functional projects and communications. • Ability to translate multi-dimensional content into simple and relatable concepts using tools such as PowerPoint, Video, AI Tools and/or scripting Preferred Qualifications • Communications professional with a proven track record to craft compelling messages that tell powerful stories and elevate the profile of executives or functional areas. • Content development partner and are able to understand the audience and adapt messaging as needed. • Solid understanding of the tech sector and are adept at using the tools to reach and engage with various audiences • You have experience building positive relationships with a highly matrixed group of stakeholders and understanding the executive's function and business strategy. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $165,000.00 to $208,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $165,000.00 - $239,200.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $145,000.00 - $210,200.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Serve as strategic partner to senior leadership to optimize a 500-person organization through strategic planning and operational frameworks. | 10+ years in strategic operations or consulting with strong executive influence and organizational planning skills. | The application window is expected to close on: 07/24/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Location: anywhere in U.S. Meet the Team We are seeking an experienced, highly strategic Chief of Staff and Strategic Operations Leader to serve as a key partner to senior leadership in scaling and optimizing a large, complex organization of approximately 500 employees. This role goes beyond traditional operational support. The Chief of Staff will help shape organizational strategy, drive execution against business priorities, and establish the planning, governance, and operating frameworks that enable teams to scale effectively. The ideal candidate is a systems thinker, exceptional problem solver, and influential leader who thrives in ambiguity, challenges conventional thinking, and continuously seeks innovative ways to improve organizational efficiency. As a trusted advisor to leadership, this individual will play a meaningful role in aligning strategy to execution, ensuring resources are focused on the highest-value work, and driving cross-functional collaboration across the organization and its key partners. Responsibilities Lead strategic planning and execution by partnering with senior leadership to translate business strategy into roadmaps, priorities, governance, and measurable outcomes across a 500-person organization. Drive organizational design and workforce strategy through headcount planning, budgeting, organizational effectiveness, operating model evolution, and talent planning in partnership with Finance and HR. Advise executives and lead strategic programs by managing cross-functional initiatives, facilitating executive decision-making, and developing data-driven business cases and recommendations. Champion operational excellence by improving planning processes, business rhythms (QBRs/QBOs), governance, metrics, and scalable operating models that accelerate execution and productivity. Enable cross-functional alignment by coordinating Product, Engineering, Sales, Customer Success, Finance, and HR to manage dependencies, align priorities, and ensure execution remains focused on customer and business outcomes. Minimum Qualifications 10+ years of experience in strategic operations, management consulting, business transformation, Chief of Staff, program leadership, or similar strategic roles. Demonstrated success supporting large, complex organizations (300+ employees preferred) through periods of growth, transformation, or scale. Proven ability to influence senior executives and drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups without direct authority. Strong experience in organizational planning, workforce strategy, operating model design, portfolio management, and strategic execution. Outstanding critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities with the ability to navigate ambiguity and make data-driven recommendations. Preferred Qualifications Experience leading large-scale cross-functional initiatives involving multiple teams and business functions. Outstanding executive communication and storytelling skills, including development of board-level and executive-level content. Strong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic thinking and execution. Demonstrated ability to challenge existing processes and introduce innovative approaches that improve organizational performance. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $287,200.00 to $364,300.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $287,200.00 - $418,900.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $252,700.00 - $374,400.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Lead planning transformation by unifying demand and supply planning and integrating AI capabilities while liaising between business and IT. | 10-12 years supply chain experience, 5+ years project/program management, bachelor's degree required, master's or certification preferred. | The application window is expected to close on: 07/31/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. * This is a Hybrid role that will report to either the San Jose, Austin, RTP or Guadalajara Cisco offices 2-3 days a week. * Meet the Team The Supply Planning Business Architect owns the "Planning Transformation," a key initiative within Cisco’s Supply Chain organization. This team is responsible for unifying demand and supply planning processes to support Cisco’s evolving organizational model. As a transformation leader, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and IT, driving innovation and strategic alignment. The team thrives on bridging business and technology to deliver impactful supply chain solutions. Your Impact In this role, you will drive the re-writing of Cisco’s planning playbook, establishing a framework to guide operations for years to come. You will lead the integration and deployment of agentic AI capabilities, transforming advanced technology into practical supply chain applications. By working with stakeholders across the organization, you will align strategic goals with architectural changes to deliver measurable business outcomes. Your work will include translating business strategy into capability requirements, benchmarking processes against industry best practices, and serving as the critical liaison between Business and IT. Minimum Qualifications 10–12 years of supply chain experience with expertise in at least two of the following areas: Supply Chain Planning, Scheduling, Backlog Management, S&OP, NPI, Inventory Management, Manufacturing Operations, Logistics, Customer Service, or Purchasing. 5+ years of dedicated project/program management experience. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or related. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels, including senior leadership. Ability to influence stakeholders and drive consensus. Shown experience in modeling business processes using industry-standard tools and techniques. Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree preferred APICS or Six Sigma Green Belt certification. Strong enterprise-wide perspective on business strategy, supply chain processes, capabilities, and governance. Experience in planning and deploying complex business and IT initiatives. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $146,100.00 to $190,300.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $146,100.00 - $229,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $133,200.00 - $221,400.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Manage change management activities and content strategy for global sales activation and adoption programs. | Over 8 years in program or operations management with change management experience and proficiency in project management and collaboration tools. | The application window is expected to close on: 06/26/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Join a high-impact team at the center of Cisco’s mission to revolutionize the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. Our mission is to create a modern sales team with AI-enabled sellers who show up more prepared, compete differently, and unlock innovation for our customers and partners. By placing AI, the seller experience, and a commitment to customer value at our core, our team is redefining how we communicate, activate, and drive adoption and change management to ensure our strategy translates into a reality that redefines our competitive edge and ensures we win as one team. Your Impact The Operations & Content Excellence Program Manager for Cisco’s Global Sales Activation & Adoption is a dual-focused leader responsible for orchestrating complex change management activities while driving a world-class content strategy. This role serves as a key connector between global strategy and regional execution, ensuring operational continuity and stakeholder confidence. As a team lead for our contractor workforce, you will oversee both operational rigor and creative output, ensuring our messaging and assets are not only accurate but visually compelling and highly effective. You will manage the end-to-end lifecycle of activation content—from strategy and design to production and socialization—ensuring all materials drive adoption and reflect Cisco’s brand identity. Key Responsibilities Operations & Program Orchestration Build, maintain, and continuously improve the team's operating model. Manage intake processes and triage incoming requests across Activation and Adoption workstreams. Oversee resource planning and capacity management in partnership with program leadership. Facilitate recurring team calls and cross-functional alignment sessions. Own and maintain the team’s Roadmap, Quarterly Performance activities, and Retrospective planning. Manage Metrics & Reporting frameworks to track program health and outcomes. Content Excellence Leadership Lead a creative contractor team to deliver high-quality, scalable content solutions. Content Strategy & Design: Oversee brand visual identity, including graphic design, icon/logo creation, motion graphics, and CEC badge design. Training & Multimedia Production: Manage the development of video tutorials, testimonials, leader messaging, multi-cam podcasts, and AI-assisted or team-produced audio/voiceovers. Documentation & Collateral: Ensure high-quality design and formatting for quick guides, user guides, release aids, program overviews, FAQs, and Mindtickle series. Socialization & Platform Strategy: Own the development and optimization of SharePoint and SalesConnect sites; coordinate WalkMe solutioning and Mindtickle training session setups. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead a team of contractors to drive operational and content excellence. Serve as a primary point of contact for cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring consistent messaging across Global, Geo, and Architecture audiences. Support escalation paths for Project Managers across active workstreams. Manage team project boards (e.g., Asana) to ensure workstream visibility and accountability and executive reporting. Minimum Qualifications 8+ years of experience in Program or Operations Management, preferably in a Sales or Go-to-Market environment. Demonstrated experience in change management, program management, and operations. Proven experience leading or managing creative teams and/or contractors. Hands-on experience with Asana or similar project management software. Proficiency with collaboration and content tools (SharePoint, SalesConnect, Adobe Creative Suite, or equivalent). Preferred Qualifications Prosci certification or deep working knowledge of the ADKAR model. Strong ability to manage multiple stakeholders across global and regional teams. Experience in a creative agency or internal content production environment. Ability to work independently and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, AI-focused environment. Experience supporting large-scale sales transformation or enablement programs. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $125,500.00 to $159,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $146,100.00 - $229,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $133,200.00 - $221,400.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Build a qualified pipeline of potential partners through outbound prospecting and become a subject matter expert in Cisco Security products. | Completion of a relevant degree or certification with outbound sales or lead-generation experience, familiarity with CRM tools, and strong prospecting skills. | Please note this posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. Applications are accepted until further notice. Meet the Team At Cisco Security, we are redefining the future of cybersecurity by delivering powerful protection for users, workloads, devices, and networks—wherever they are. Our team is our greatest asset, bringing together diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of our time: transforming the security industry. From creatives to analysts, from low-key to high-energy, we work together to build solutions that are simple, effective, trustworthy, and enduring. This is why Cisco is not just the most trusted name in cybersecurity—we’re also the most loved. Your Impact As a Sales Development Representative (SDR) for Security, you will rally alongside a team of highly motivated SDRs to build a qualified pipeline of potential partners. This includes prospecting partners by phone, email, LinkedIn or whatever it takes to get them passionate about and engaged with Cisco Security! You will not only be responsible for prospecting but will also be expected to be a subject matter expert of all things Cisco Security (since you will be the face of the company). You'll also develop trusted relationships internally and externally, becoming a true subject matter expert and storyteller, capable of positioning new, incubated products to solve today's most pressing cybersecurity challenges. This is your opportunity to make a real impact, accelerate your career in cybersecurity, and help customers protect what matters most in an ever-evolving digital world. But don’t worry—you won’t be doing it alone. This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact, accelerate your career in the thriving cybersecurity industry, and help customers protect what matters most in an ever-evolving digital world. But don't worry-you'll have everything you need to succeed. At Cisco, we set you up for success with: • Comprehensive Sales Boot Camp and ongoing product training. • Opportunities to shadow and learn from security experts. • A supportive network of mentors and teammates who will cheer you on every step of the way-all the way up to our CEO! Are you ready to grow fast, learn even faster, and help shape the future of cybersecurity? Let's go. Minimum Qualifications  • Completion within the past 3 years, or current enrollment with expected completion within 12 months, of a certification or degree program (e.g., Associates, Apprenticeship, Boot Camp, or Certification in a specialized program + 3 years of relevant experience, High School Diploma + 4 years of relevant experience, Bachelors + 2 years of relevant experience) • Outbound sales and/ or lead-generation experience in a high-tech or SaaS company • Able to legally live and work in the country for which you’re applying, without visa support or sponsorship Preferred Qualifications  • Experience prospecting in the cybersecurity space • Demonstrated success with cold-calling and outbound prospecting for new customers • Familiarity with CRM tools like Salesforce (SFDC), HubSpot, or similar platforms • You have a proven track record of meeting or exceeding ambitious (but achievable) targets • You are an ambitious, self-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, competitive environment. You embrace challenges with a hunter mentality, constantly seeking the next opportunity to drive impact • You are entrepreneurial, resilient, and excited by the unique opportunity to position innovative, incubated products in a rapidly evolving market Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary, Which Is Split Between Quota And Non-quota Components, Subject To The Applicable Cisco Plan. For Quota-based Incentive Pay, Cisco Typically Pays As Follows • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area $87,400.00 - $133,200.00 Non-Metro New York State & Washington State $86,200.00 - $129,900.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Drive business performance through data-driven insights, scalable processes, and strong execution across teams. | 6+ years experience in business operations or analytics with strong SQL, Power BI, Excel, and automation skills. | The application window is expected to close on: 06/02/2026Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the team You’ll be joining a high-impact Business Operations team that sits at the center of data, strategy, and execution. The team partners closely with operations, product, engineering, finance, and senior leaderships to drive business performance through data-driven insights, scalable processes, and strong execution. We thrive in a fast-paced environment where curiosity, ownership, and a bias for action are key. You will operate as a high-ownership individual contributor, partnering across teams to identify issues, generate data-driven insights, and drive initiatives through to completion. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys switching between operational program management, analytics, process improvement, and reporting automation, while helping teams move faster and make better decisions. What You’ll Do • Develop and maintain clear documentation of processes, RACI frameworks, and operational procedures to support transparency and alignment across teams. • Build and maintain data-driven reporting and dashboards using Power BI and Excel to support operational decision-making. Ensure high standards of data accuracy, consistency, and reporting quality across operational reports and dashboards. • Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and analyze data from Snowflake. • Automate recurring reporting and workflows using AI tools, Excel macros, or other automation solutions to improve efficiency. • Maintain and administer internal CHG sites and operational resources as needed. • Program manages operational initiatives, coordinating customers and ensuring work are completed on time while tracking projects, dependencies, and workstreams. • Identify operational inefficiencies and implement improvements through automation, reporting enhancements, or process redesign. • Support multi-functional teams with ad hoc analysis, reporting, and operational support as business needs arise. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or business or data science with 6+ years of experience in Business Operations, Business Analytics, Strategy & Operations, Program Management or similar roles • Strong SQL skills with experience querying and analyzing large datasets • Experience working with Snowflake or other cloud-based data warehouses • Proficiency in Power BI for dashboard creation and reporting • Advanced Excel skills, including VBA and macro development Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge of Confluence and Jira • Strong business insight and can understand and quickly assess multi-functional implications • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to navigate complex operational issues • Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment with a solid focus on execution and getting things done • Experience automating reporting or operational workflows • Familiarity with data modeling, ETL processes, or analytics engineering concepts • Experience working with multi-functional customers in operations, products, or finance • Strong analytical problem solver who can turn messy data into clear insights • Ability to balance analytics work with operational execution • Pragmatic and focused on getting things done Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $124,600.00 to $161,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $124,600.00 - $186,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $112,400.00 - $164,900.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives integrating customer insights into product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies. | MBA graduate with 2+ years pre-MBA experience in consulting or tech strategy, strong communication, and project management skills. | The application window is expected to close on: 05/29/2026Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Applications are accepted until May 18th, 2026. Meet the Team TheCustomer Strategy and Product Strategy + Planningteam plays a pivotal role in crafting how Cisco and Splunk deliver outstanding value to our customers. We develop and align critical initiatives spanning customer engagement, market analysis, and product lifecycle planning. Partnering closely with cross functional teams across product, sales, marketing, and engineering, we integrate customer insights into product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies-ensuring our solutionsmeetevolving market needs and customer expectations. A core focus of our team is articulating the"better together" storythat connects Cisco's networking, security, and observability capabilities with Splunk's data platform to unlock differentiated outcomes for customers. Your Impact We are hiring afull-time Strategy Managerto drive high-visibility, cross-functional initiatives at the intersection of customer strategy, product growth, and the Cisco-Splunk integration. This role is for a structured thinker and strong communicator who thrives with solving ambiguous problems, aligning partners, and turning strategy into execution. You will work directly withSplunkLeadership team and seniorcollaboratorsacross Cisco and Splunk, synthesize sophisticated inputs into clear recommendations, and help build decisions that influence our portfolio strategy and customer experience. • Drive pivotal initiativesacross customer journey mapping, competitive analysis, market sizing, and portfolio rationalization • Lead cross-functional programsend-to-end-defining scope, building project plans, leading participants, and delivering outcomes on time • Synthesize customer and market insightsinto actionable recommendations that advise product roadmaps and go-to-market strategy • Develop executive-ready communications, including narratives, cases, and board/leadership presentations • Facilitate strategic discussionsthat drive integration, innovation, and alignment across Cisco and Splunk portfolios • Provide business requirements and support technical teams indeveloping AI-led workflowsto drive operational efficiencies in strategic program management Minimum Qualifications • Recent graduate or in your final year of studies towardsanMBA • 2+ years of pre-MBA experience inmanagement consulting, investment banking, SaaS/tech strategy, corporate strategy, or a comparable analytical role • Demonstratedtrack recordofleading multiple sophisticated, fast paced programs simultaneouslyin ambiguous environments • Excellentexecutive communication skills-both written and verbal-with consistent record to influence senior leaders • StrongproficiencywithPowerPoint, Excel, and project management tools(e.g.,Airtable, Smartsheet, Asana) • Experienceoperatingin large, matrixed organizations requiring cross-functional collaboration Preferred Qualifications • Prior experience in aninternal strategy,management consulting,orBizOps/Chiefof Staff roleat a SaaS or enterprise tech company • Familiarity with theSaaS industry, enterprise software, or technology partnerships and ecosystems • Exposure toproduct strategy, GTM strategy, or customer success motions • Strong financial and quantitative analysis skills (market sizing, reason modeling, benchmark development) • Intellectual curiosity, structured problem-solving, and a bias toward action Why Cisco?At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $128,500.00 to $179,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours ofunused sick timecarried forwardfrom one calendar yearto the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $128,500.00 - $206,700.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $125,200.00 - $183,100.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Lead and execute strategic executive communications to elevate senior leadership visibility and align messaging with corporate goals. | Requires 8+ years in executive or corporate communications, 5+ years leading teams, and experience with senior executives and global teams. | The application window is expected to close on: 06/01/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team We are the Global Partner and Routes-to-Market Sales (GPRS) Communications Team, a small but mighty group that treasures creativity, collaboration, and individuality. Our mission is to elevate Cisco's and our executives' visibility through strategic, impactful communications that amplify Cisco's value to partners, customers, and stakeholders. Together, we align our work to Cisco's partner-first culture and global sales goals, driving measurable business outcomes and inspiring action. Your Impact As the Director, Executive Communications, you will develop and execute a comprehensive, thought-leadership communications strategy supporting the GPRS organization, which contributes nearly 90% of Cisco's bookings. You will shape the voice of the senior GPRS executive, elevate their visibility, and align messaging with Cisco's global sales and partner ecosystem priorities. Leading a team of communication professionals, you will deliver high-impact content that influences perceptions, inspires action, and advances Cisco's leadership in the partner and routes-to-market landscape. • Design and implement a strategic communications roadmap for the GPRS senior executive, aligning with GPRS objectives and corporate priorities. • Lead the creation of high-quality executive content, including speeches, presentations, talking points, blogs, and op-eds. • Shape the executive's thought leadership platform, ensuring authenticity and consistency across diverse channels. • Coach executives on effective communication techniques and prepare them for high-stakes engagements, including partner forums and internal town halls. • Develop messaging that resonates with Cisco's partner ecosystem, including distributors, VARs, MSPs, and technology partners. • Lead communication efforts for key events, such as Cisco Partner Summit and regional partner forums. • Collaborate cross-functionally with Global Partner Marketing, Corporate Communications, PR, Analyst Relations, and social media teams. • Manage and mentor a team of communications professionals, fostering a collaborative and creative environment. • Coordinate with design and multimedia teams to deliver visually engaging communication materials. • Track and analyze the effectiveness of executive communications using performance metrics and audience feedback. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or 8+ years of experience in executive communications, corporate communications, or public relations. • 5+ years' experience leading a team • Willingness to travel approximately 25-30% for events and meetings. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in global sales communications and working with senior- or C-level executives. • Knowledge of the channel/partner industry and familiarity with trends impacting this sector. • Experience collaborating with globally diverse teams and remote colleagues. • Proficiency with digital platforms and multimedia content creation tools. • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for various audiences. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $230,000.00 to $289,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours ofunused sick timecarried forwardfrom one calendar yearto the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $230,000.00 - $333,300.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $207,000.00 - $300,000.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • * Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve service supply chain operations and customer satisfaction. | Bachelor's degree with over 6 years of project/program management experience in complex environments, PMI standards expertise, and service supply chain operations experience. | The application window is expected to close on: 05/11/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team The Service Supply Chain (SSC) Central Operations team plays a critical role in enabling Cisco’s service delivery by driving cross-functional execution, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the global supply chain. The team partners closely with SSC functional organizations and external stakeholders to align strategy, processes, and execution. It is a collaborative, results-driven group of experienced program leaders who thrive in complex, fast-paced environments. What makes the team exciting is the opportunity to influence global outcomes, improve customer experiences, and deliver meaningful business impact at scale. Your Impact The Business Operations Manager in SSC Central Operations orchestrates cross-functional initiatives to directly impact service levels, streamline operational processes, and maximize customer satisfaction. The role is responsible for planning, executing, and governing programs across the full lifecycle, ensuring alignment to strategic objectives while maximizing resource efficiency, mitigating operational risks, and driving continuous process improvement. Clear governance and decision-making structures are established to drive collaboration across global teams, with transparency provided through regular stakeholder communication and financial reporting. Success in this role is defined by cross functional alignment, delivery of measurable outcomes, and effective system and process implementation with change adoption in Service Supply Chain operations. This role involves defining operational priorities, resource allocation, and strategic execution frameworks, while balancing competing business demands and mitigating systemic operational risks. By building consensus and providing expert guidance on operational excellence, process improvement, and program governance, the Business Operations Manager helps align diverse stakeholders and resolve complex business challenges. Proactive identification and management of operational risks, systemic issues, and cross-functional interdependencies ensure business stability and drive global process improvements within the SSC. Operating in a global, matrixed environment, this role orchestrates complex operational initiatives and programs, ensuring seamless alignment across multiple workstreams and dependencies. Utilizing data-driven insights and sound judgment, the role navigates systemic challenges to implement scalable solutions and establish robust operational governance frameworks. Working with high autonomy, the role defines standards for operational excellence, provides strategic guidance to cross-functional teams, and drives organizational change and operational maturity across SSC Central Operations. Minimum Qualifications • Experience supporting Cisco CX/service delivery or service supply chain operations • Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field • 6+ years of project or program management experience in a complex, cross-functional environment • Demonstrated expertise in project/program management best practices (e.g., PMI standards) • Proven experience managing program scope, schedules, resources, risks, and interdependencies • Experience delivering program status updates, financial reporting, and stakeholder communications • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills • Ability to influence stakeholders and lead effectively in a matrixed organization Preferred Qualifications • PMP or equivalent project or program management certification • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and change management practices Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $125,500.00 to $159,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $146,100.00 - $229,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $133,200.00 - $221,400.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Manage and optimize executive communications processes and tools to drive operational excellence and impact. | 8+ years communications experience, proficiency with analytics and communications tools, strong organizational and strategic skills. | The application window is expected to close on: 05/29/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Job Title: Communications Manager – CX Organization Meet the Team Join a high-impact team dedicated to driving operational excellence within Executive Communications and Customer Experience (CX). We collaborate across the organization to align messaging, foster innovation, and ensure our leadership communicates with clarity, discipline, and strategic impact. We are the engine behind the team’s operating rhythm, ensuring our communications are measurable, scalable, and consistently delivered. Your Impact As a Communications Manager, you will be responsible for the operational excellence, delivery rigor, and scalability of the Executive Communications function. You will collaborate with CX managers, leaders, and cross-functional partners to craft communication plans that improve team efficiency and drive customer success. This role is pivotal in driving continuous improvement across our processes, systems, and tools, ensuring the team operates with maximum impact. • Document processes and create communications playbooks to ensure message consistency and continuity. • Ensure clear tracking and measurement processes for all executive communications programs and activities. • Analyze and measure executive communications efforts across multiple channels to provide actionable impact analysis. • Build and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, milestones, and delivery trackers. • Drive weekly, monthly, and quarterly operating rhythms, including status updates, planning cycles, and retrospectives. • Oversee communications-related platforms and tools (e.g., project management, content workflows, and AI tools) to ensure effective use. • Execute content creation and manage ad hoc requests to support leadership objectives. Minimum Qualifications • 8+ years of experience in a communications role. • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). • Experience in integrated communications, preferably within a technology organization or agency. • Proven experience managing communications and analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Sprinklr, and SharePoint. • Demonstrated high degree of AI fluency and the ability to use technology to reimagine processes and drive positive outcomes. Preferred Qualifications • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority workstreams simultaneously. • Proactive, anticipatory mindset with strong judgment and the ability to exercise discretion. • Strategic and analytical thinker capable of translating data, trends, and technical information into practical recommendations and compelling stories. • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to synthesize information from a variety of sources. • Track record of consistently driving effectiveness by setting clear objectives, modeling accountability, and proactively addressing obstacles. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $135,000.00 to $170,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary, Which Is Split Between Quota And Non-quota Components, Subject To The Applicable Cisco Plan. For Quota-based Incentive Pay, Cisco Typically Pays As Follows • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area $165,000.00 - $239,200.00 Non-Metro New York State & Washington State $145,000.00 - $210,200.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Lead and execute strategic internal communications initiatives partnering with senior leaders to align organizational messaging. | 8+ years communications experience, strong writing and editing skills, experience in large matrixed organizations, and proficiency with digital communication tools. | The application window is expected to close on: 05/29/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Job Title: Communications Manager – CX Organization Meet the Team The Customer Experience (CX) Executive Communications team is a dynamic group dedicated to driving strategic internal communications that engage and advise Cisco employees. We partner closely with senior leadership to craft clear, compelling narratives that align with Cisco’s priorities and culture, playing a pivotal role in boosting employee engagement and supporting the company’s growth. Your Impact As a Communications Manager, you will lead and execute strategic internal communications initiatives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. You will act as a strategic partner to senior leaders, simplifying complex business ideas into clear, engaging messages. This role is essential for ensuring organizational alignment and driving the efficiency of our communication programs. Responsibilities • Develop, manage, and deliver communications collaboratively with stakeholders, including talking points, presentations, emails, and organizational announcements. • Manage the CX Communications Editorial Calendar and internal communication channels to maximize message impact. • Coordinate and support CX and Cisco internal events, such as All-Hands, Town Halls, and Executive Quarterly meetings. • Measure and analyze communication program efficiency to provide data-driven insights. • Advise executives on communication best practices and lead change management communications. Minimum Qualifications • 8+ years of experience in a communications role. • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. • Experience in internal communications within a large, matrixed technology organization. • Demonstrated experience using digital communication platforms and tools. • Documented proficiency in utilizing AI tools to reimagine processes and drive outcomes. Preferred Qualifications • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills tailored to executive audiences. • Strategic thinker with a proactive, organized approach to problem-solving and project management. • Experience with specific digital tools including Eloqua, Webex, Bots, and MS SharePoint. • Deep passion for employee engagement and encouraging organizational culture. • Prior knowledge of Cisco’s business, products, and internal culture. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $135,000.00 to $170,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary, Which Is Split Between Quota And Non-quota Components, Subject To The Applicable Cisco Plan. For Quota-based Incentive Pay, Cisco Typically Pays As Follows • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area $165,000.00 - $239,200.00 Non-Metro New York State & Washington State $145,000.00 - $210,200.00 • For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. • Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Drive sales and build relationships to grow revenue in cybersecurity sector. | 5+ years sales experience with 3+ years in security solutions sales, proven track record exceeding targets, and ability to engage technical audiences. | The application window is expected to close on: 05/06/2026Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Empowering the world to reach its full potential, securely—that’s our vision. We do this by providing effective security solutions and becoming our customers' most trusted partner. With Cisco Security, if it’s connected, it’s protected. Our best-in-class sales team is fueled by a passion for keeping customers secure in a world of evolving cyber threats. Join us to help build the future of networking and security. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing team focused on a significant market opportunity for Cisco. You'll experience a start-up-like environment within a well-resourced, stable Fortune 100 company. Your role will involve building new relationships with local Cisco Sales teams, customers, and partners to drive significant revenue growth. You'll collaborate with leaders, sales specialists, technical architects, marketing representatives, product business unit teammates, threat research professionals, and company executives to ensure alignment and success. Your Impact We are excited to announce an opening for a Cybersecurity Sales Account Executive in our Global Security Sales Organization! In this dynamic role, you will bring a highly motivated and entrepreneurial spirit to drive sales in the cybersecurity sector. Your primary objective will be to enhance security resilience for our customers and communities. As a proactive self-starter with a competitive edge, you'll excel in building strong executive and internal relationships through strategic planning and accountability. You will actively seek opportunities to showcase Cisco's comprehensive security portfolio and cross-sell our solutions, maximizing security value for customers and partners. • Develop and lead security account plans and strategies for each assigned region and its accounts, using all available resources (executive sponsors, marketing, technical, services, Cisco on Cisco, etc.). • Drive double-digit revenue growth by identifying new projects, creating opportunities, and securing business attachments. • Accurately forecast and report activities in line with expectations using Salesforce.com. • Identify major projects within large accounts and lead initiatives to maximize product and services revenue across the account base. • Provide customers and partners with appropriate pricing and configurations tailored to their needs. Minimum Qualifications: • Minimum of 5+ years of overall sales experience, with at least 3+ years dedicated to selling security solutions. • Experience in selling network security solutions (e.g., Intrusion Detection, Firewall, VPN) or SaaS security offerings. • Proven track record of exceeding sales targets. • Skilled in direct touch sales with experience working in a matrixed organization and partnering with others to enhance results. • Proficient at presenting to a predominantly technical audience. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience managing large deals and executing account and partner plans across geographic territories. • Capable of building and implementing an account plan that incorporates a total systems-based security approach. • Comprehensive knowledge of the Security Market. • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. • Experience in applying solution-selling methodologies to drive corporate revenue growth, with a history of closing both tactical and strategic opportunities. Experience with MEDDPICC is a plus. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $257,600.00 to $344,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $287,300.00 - $423,200.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $263,500.00 - $404,100.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Drive demand generation and manage complex sales opportunities for secure networking solutions. | Requires 5+ years sales experience in secure networking or related architectures managing medium-to-high complexity sales cycles. | The application window is expected to close on: 05/11/2026Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Join our dynamic Secure Networking architecture team, where we drive integrated enterprise opportunities across specialized pods. We play a critical role in delivering the "One Cisco Story," ensuring our partners and customers have the advanced security and networking solutions they need to thrive. You will work alongside your peers to run pipeline health and influence strategic buying decisions for premier accounts. This is an exciting opportunity to employ AI-driven insights and market data to redefine how Cisco engages with the secure networking market. Your Impact Drive demand generation and qualification activities for Cisco’s secure networking architecture to grow new and existing accounts. Manage complex sales opportunities through the proposal stage, ensuring technical designs align perfectly with nuanced customer requirements. Cultivate strong relationships with internal account teams and partners to maximize cross-architecture initiatives and strategic pod coordination. Empower partners with strategic market analysis and AI-driven tools to build a robust, high-quality sales pipeline. Lead the end-to-end sales process for deals typically ranging from $75K to $350K, delivering accurate legal forecasts and achieving consistent goal targets. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related experience, Master’s degree with 3+ years of related experience, or a PhD. • Experience in sales, account management, or technical consulting specifically within secure networking or related architectures. • Experience managing medium-to-high complexity sales cycles with durations of 3 to 6 months. Preferred Qualifications • Proficiency in analyzing market trends and submitting formal legal sales forecasts. • Experience using data-driven tools, such as RAD data or AI-based platforms, for customer acquisition and retention. • Proven ability to influence partner strategies and shape complex customer buying decisions. • Strong collaborative skills to foster knowledge sharing and innovation within a virtual pod environment. • Experience delivering comprehensive product portfolio presentations to educate partners and stakeholders. • Ability to mentor partners on selling strategies and advanced technical solution design. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $142,500.00 to $183,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $154,700.00 - $226,500.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $151,100.00 - $223,400.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Drive full-cycle SaaS sales processes, manage pipeline, and exceed quota through consultative and solution selling. | 7+ years B2B SaaS sales experience with proven quota attainment and expertise in managing complex sales cycles and CRM tools. | The application window is expected to close on:Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet The Team Empowering the world to reach its full potential, securely—that’s our vision in Cisco Secure. We do this by providing effective security solutions and becoming our customers most trusted partner. Security is everything in a world of evolving threats. Over the next few years, we’re making big investments for a 10x better customer experience and big growth in Cisco Secure. Here’s where you come in: it starts with building a best-in-class SaaS sales team with a passion for our customers. Come join us, and let’s build the future together. Your Impact • You will be responsible for the sales of cloud security technologies leading with Cisco's new User Protection Suite. You will craft and grow channel relationships as well as direct touch with target accounts to drive revenue. • You will be responsible for a quota and territory that maps to a Cisco generalist territory • You will provide support for and build relationships with Cisco counterparts (Account Managers, Sales Engineers, Regional Managers, etc.) • Engage prospects that are generated by various lead generation methods including your own • Identify decision makers within targeted accounts to begin sales process • Demonstrate and present the cloud services via live web-based demos and in-person presentations • Ability to build pipeline through individual prospecting & sales development collaboration • As necessary, travel for prospect meetings and support marketing efforts such as trade shows, exhibits, and other events • Overcome objections of prospective customers • Emphasize product/service features and benefits, quote prices, discuss terms, and prepare sales order forms and/or reports • Attend periodic sales training where applicable • Properly document and track all prospect & customer information in Salesforce.com • Provide accurate weekly sales forecasts to management Minimum Qualifications • 2+ years of software selling experience (SaaS preferred) • Experience handling large number of opportunities and using solution selling techniques when appropriate with a sales record of consistently meeting and exceeding quota • Willingness to travel to customer sites as needed • Skilled in virtual presentations, online web demos, remote sales processes • Proficiency using SalesForce.com or other CRM system • Team-first mentality, driven by results and collaboration, relentless, work ethic and ambition to achieve success • You have direct touch sales experience combined with the ability to work with a motivated channel • You have experience selling complex software-based solutions and experience in applying solution-selling methodologies to improve corporate revenue growth Preferred Qualifications • You have a Quantifiable track record of over-achievement • You are adept at communicating with a largely technical audience • Strong all-around knowledge of Security Market and Channel • Excellent social, communication, and presentation skills • Enthusiastic with ability to succeed in a dynamic environment • Task/goal oriented and takes ownership • Strong attention to detail • Team Oriented Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $154,700.00 to $197,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: • 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees • 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco • Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees • Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next • Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members • Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: • .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; • 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; • 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and • Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $154,700.00 - $226,500.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $151,100.00 - $223,400.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.