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Lead and develop global internal communication strategies, manage major events, and foster employee engagement and inclusion. | Over 10 years of experience in internal communications, proven leadership in managing global teams and complex communication programs, with strong collaboration skills. | The application window is expected to close on: 02/07/2026Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Cisco's Global Employee Communications team is looking for an experienced leader, collaborator, and storyteller who embodies a positive attitude, believes in the power of great teamwork, and values strong, healthy collaboration. In this role, you will partner with business leaders and stakeholders across all Cisco functions-including Business Entities (BEs) such as Splunk-to support our Communications Centers of Excellence and advance company-wide business priorities. Reporting to the Director of Employee Communications, this hands-on, global role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth, and highly collaborative environment. You will deliver creative and effective communication strategies, champion procedures, and set high standards for quality and operational excellence-all while fostering a culture of mutual support, continuous learning, and positive collaboration as part of a passionate, high-performing team. This role can be performed from anywhere in the United States. Your Impact • Strategic Communications Leadership: Co-lead the development and execution of global, employee-focused communication and content strategies for business-critical initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities. • Event& Editorial Management: Co-lead the planning and execution of major global employee meetings and events. Manage editorial coverage and internal communications for key company initiatives and external events such as WEF, RSA, Cisco Live, .conf, GSX etc. • Employee Engagement& Inclusion: Facilitate strategic and tactical communications that drive employee engagement, foster inclusion, and reinforce key messaging across all levels of the organization. • Collaboration& Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong partnerships with business leaders, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align employee engagement with external and executive communications. • Center of Excellence Enablement: Contribute to the development, implementation, and management of the Employee Communication Center of Excellence, driving best practices across Cisco. • Team Leadership& Development: Manage and mentor a team of internal communications specialists, supporting their professional growth, tracking progress on key projects, and fostering operational excellence, speed, and efficiency. • Storytelling& Messaging: Craft compelling, clear, and impactful narratives for a global employee audience. Deliver innovative solutions to engage and inspire employees worldwide. • Change Agility& Creative Problem-Solving: Adapt communications to evolving business needs in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, delivering creative and effective strategies. • Global Perspective: Demonstrate expertise in supporting and communicating with large, geographically dispersed employee populations, maintaining high standards for quality and rigor. Tool Management and Measurement • Co-lead the strategy for communication tools and standard methodologies, including global employee meetings, SharePoint intranet, email (Outlook, Poppulo), video, graphic design, editorial calendar (Airtable), Slack, Webex, and digital signage. • Track and analyze internal communication engagement metrics; recommend improvements based on data. • Manage editorial calendars in Airtable. Minimum Qualifications • 10+ years of experience leading strategic internal communication programs and teams. • Proven experience leading communications for a technical function at a mid-to-large company. • Strong ability to influence and collaborate with all levels of leadership. Preferred Qualifications • Experience managing and scaling global communications, events, programs, and processes. • Demonstrated success in high-growth environments and organizational change management. • Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field; graduate degree and/or technology industry experience is a plus. • Passion for telling the most exciting technology stories of the decade. 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 $196,000.00 to $247,000.00 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: $196,000.00 - $284,100.00 Non-Metro New York state& Washington state: $174,000.00 - $252,100.00 • 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 partner go-to-market strategies, develop programs and enablement initiatives, and align cross-functional teams to drive partner-led growth. | Minimum 7+ years in partner strategy, GTM planning, and enterprise networking solutions, with proven success in developing scalable partner programs. | 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 Our Global Partner Networking GTM team sits at the center of Cisco’s partner ecosystem, shaping how we take Cisco’s Networking portfolio to market on a global scale. We work closely with Cisco’s partner community to drive adoption of innovative networking technologies, enabling partners to deliver secure, scalable, and differentiated solutions that solve customers’ most complex challenges. Together with our partners, we are shaping the future of connectivity and creating meaningful impact for customers across industries and geographies. Your Impact In this role, you will lead Partner Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy and Planning, defining how Cisco scales growth through its partner ecosystem. You will shape end-to-end partner-led GTM motions, translating company priorities into clear partner strategies that drive demand, accelerate partner engagement, pipeline, revenue, and expand customer impact across architectures. This role is responsible for designing and operationalizing partner-centric Go-to-Market (GTM) programs, including demand generation frameworks, partner offers and incentives, competitive takeout strategies, and enablement programs that empower partners to win and grow profitably. You will work closely with Sales, Partner Sales, Product Business Units, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to ensure tight alignment between business priorities, partner capabilities, and field execution. As a visible leader, you will champion partner engagement and executive-level collaboration, driving alignment across cross-functional teams. You will position differentiated Cisco solutions as the foundation for partner-led innovation and competitive advantage, ensuring consistency and clarity across routes to market. This role requires a blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution, translating strategy into measurable initiatives, influencing stakeholders in a highly matrixed environment, and continuously optimizing Go-to-Market (GTM) performance through insights and data. You will play a critical role in shaping how Cisco goes to market with partners at scale. Minimum Qualifications • 7+ years of experience in Partner Strategy, Partner Sales, or GTM Strategy& Planning, supporting senior sales or business development leaders • Proven success developing and leading partner-led go-to-market strategies at scale • Demonstrated experience in project management and leading cross-functional, cross-company initiatives from strategy through execution • Proven ability to operate and influence in highly matrixed organizations • Experience translating business priorities into actionable partner GTM programs, including (but not limited to) partner offers, incentives, campaigns, and enablement, with measurable outcomes • Demonstrated expertise in Enterprise Networking portfolios, technologies, and solutions Preferred Qualifications • MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field (Strategy, Business) • Strong business and financial acumen, including the ability to assess ROI and guide partner and Cisco investment decisions • Knowledge of and experience with Cisco and competitive solutions • Ability to travel up to 15–20% as needed • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage executives, partners, and senior stakeholders • Strong strategic planning, business analysis, and operational execution skills • Broad understanding of Security, and AI 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 $181,500.00 to $235,100.00 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: $215,400.00 - $320,300.00 Non-Metro New York state& Washington state: $195,200.00 - $297,100.00 • 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.

Manage CEO's social media, create video content, and support executive communications to elevate Cisco’s brand and strategy. | Over 8 years of communications experience supporting senior executives, with strong storytelling, social media, and video skills. | The application window is expected to close on: 02/26/2026Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team CEO Communications is a small but mighty team of passionate communicators – we’re focused, fast-paced, adaptable, helpful, and always looking for fun and creative ideas. We are strategic storytellers who connect dots across the business to drive growth for Cisco, and we achieve this through compelling communications to a wide range of audiences. We use data and storytelling to bring our company strategy, culture, and innovation to life, and we are embracing AI daily to elevate our craft. Your Impact As part of the CEO’s dedicated communications team, you will work closely with the Office of the Chair and CEO, the Executive Leadership team, Global Communications, Product teams, Sales, and other partners across the company and around the globe. You will lead the CEO’s social media, video, and digital strategy, creating content and messaging for a wide range of written communications and speaking opportunities. You’ll bring an innovative approach to communications, enjoy brainstorming, and be well-versed in how AI can drive efficiencies for a high functioning communications team. Key Responsibilities • Oversee CEO’s social and digital presence and help with other activities and engagements with various external and internal audiences • Manage executive’s social strategy and create content for X and LinkedIn with a focus on growing engagement and following across both platforms • Create a clear video strategy for the CEO, in partnership with the Video Communications team, and execute from end-to-end – including script writing, production, and distribution of all video content • Prepare and organize briefing materials for customer and partner meetings and create a plan for incorporating AI-driven insights into current briefing process • Work cross-functionally and with multiple stakeholders and partners in Global Communications to amplify and align Cisco’s messaging and overall business strategy through CEO content and activities • Evaluate social media, video, and speaking opportunity requests for the Office of the CEO • Demonstrate the highest level of communications excellence while executing flawlessly Minimum Qualifications • 8+ years of communications experience with at least 3 years directly supporting a senior executive • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, business, or a related field • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, domestic and international • Experience creating and managing social media on behalf of a company or senior executive Preferred Qualifications • Strong written and verbal communications skills with a passion for storytelling • Experience in fast-paced, high-pressure environments • Self-starter who can work independently while maintaining a team-oriented mindset • Ability to translate complex business and technical concepts into compelling narratives • Experience in one or several of these areas: media/PR, government affairs, investor relations, employee communications 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.

Lead growth initiatives for Wi-Fi products, including strategy, roadmap prioritization, and cross-team alignment to drive user acquisition, retention, and revenue growth. | Minimum 8+ years in product management or growth roles, with strong networking knowledge, experience with analytics tools, and ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences. | The application window is expected to close on: 1/30/26 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 within the US with domestic and international travel. Must live local to a major airport. Meet the Team Cisco Wireless is unlocking new opportunities to expand our presence across key strategic market verticals. Our ongoing success is driven by a steadfast commitment to innovative and impactful growth strategies. By placing our customers at the heart of everything we do, we consistently deliver compelling value propositions that empower both our Cisco sellers and our partner ecosystem. Our teams are comprised of dedicated and passionate professionals, united by a shared commitment to delivering exceptional customer value and accelerating market growth. Your Impact We are seeking a data-driven and strategic Growth Product Manager to lead the expansion and growth of our Wi-Fi product portfolio. This is an opportunity for you to design, develop, and manage growth engines for our Wi-Fi product offerings from definition through mass adoption. You'll be the central resource connecting engineering, marketing, sales, partners and data science to drive user acquisition, activation, retention, and monetization. Your involvement will span the entire product lifecycle, while focusing on optimizing the user journey, managing upgrades, and driving modifications that directly impact business growth. You will coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver new features and upgrade existing products that accelerate our market share in the Wi-Fi portfolio. • End-to-End Growth Ownership: Hold end-to-end ownership for multiple products within the WiFi portfolio, focusing specifically on growth levers such as acquisition funnels, referral programs and promotions, and retention loops. • Strategic Planning: Shape the product portfolio strategy spanning 12-18 months, defining clear outcomes and milestones for customer growth and revenue expansion. • Prioritization& Roadmap: Review, prioritize, and align market needs with business strategy to develop multi-quarter growth roadmaps. You will prioritize activities across products to ensure aggressive business objectives are met. • Cross-Functional Alignment: Tie broader platform and function goals to roadmaps across multiple products, creating alignment between sales and product teams, stakeholder groups, and leadership to strengthen WiFi product lines. • Domain Expertise: Take the lead as a product and domain expert with industry awareness and market conditions as it relates to WiFi technologies, with specific focus on enterprise sector. • Market Validation: Provide input into strategy for competitive analysis and market validation activities, identifying untapped opportunities for WiFi penetration. • Partner and Customer Insights: Solicit and procure customer input across multiple channels. Leverage deep customer knowledge to improve and innovate on existing information gathering methods, insights, and solutions to reduce friction in the user journey. • Spokesperson: Serve as the product spokesperson within internal teams and external customer teams, councils, or coaching forums, championing a culture of experimentation and data-led growth. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree + 5 years experience, or a Master’s degree + 3 years experience in product management and/or growth roles. • Strong networking background, with the ability to understand competitive product offerings and translate them into value propositions. • Experience creating enablement materials (e.g., guides, presentations, e-learning content) and delivering training programs. Preferred Qualifications • Growth Stack Proficiency: Experience with A/B testing frameworks, analytics tools (e.g., Amplitude, Google Analytics), and customer engagement platforms. • Wi-Fi Industry Experience: Familiarity with WiFi industry landscape. • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills and proficiency in interpreting complex data sets to drive product decisions. • Commercial Acumen: Experience managing P, ARPU (Average Revenue Per User), and churn reduction strategies. • Technical Fluency: Ability to discuss technical concepts with product teams, particularly as it relates to Cisco full stack products. 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 $152,400.00 to $221,800.00 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: $152,400.00 - $255,100.00 Non-Metro New York state& Washington state: $134,300.00 - $224,800.00 • 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.

Lead technical engagement with security partners, enable and build a community of technologists, and support co-selling efforts to deploy secure AI infrastructure. | Over 8 years in technical, customer or partner-facing roles with at least 3 years in cybersecurity, strong relationship-building skills, and experience in channel or partner management. | The posting will be removed January 22, 2026 or sooner if needed. Candidates who reside in the United States are eligible to apply. No relocation is provided. Meet the Team Be the Architect of a Secure AI-Powered Partner Ecosystem The AI revolution won't be delivered by one company alone. It will be built, integrated, and scaled by a global ecosystem of trusted experts. As AI reshapes every industry, customers are turning to their partners to navigate this new landscape. Cisco provides the foundational, secure platform for AI, but our partners are the force multipliers who bring it to life. This is where you come in. We are looking for a strategic and influential Solutions Engineer to lead our technical engagement with our security partner community. This isn't just about supporting partner deals; it's about building and enabling a world-class ecosystem of technologists. You will empower our partners to become the go-to experts for deploying the secure AI-ready infrastructure of the future. If you are a leader who thrives on scaling expertise and building communities, we want to talk to you. Your Impact As a Partner Solutions Engineer, you are the technical heart of our channel strategy. You will orchestrate our technical resources to enable, empower, and co-sell with our most strategic partners. Your mission is to build profitable, highly-skilled partner practices that can deliver the outcomes our customers demand in the Age of AI. Minimum Qualifications 8+ years of experience in a technical, customer- or partner-facing role like pre-sales engineering, technical channel management, or professional services. 3+ years of deep technical knowledge within cybersecurity. Demonstrable experience building and maintaining positive relationships with customers and partners. Preferred Qualifications BS/BA (EE/CS) or equivalent highly preferred. Successful quota achievement preferred. Experience in a partner-facing role with a strong understanding of the channel business model. Proven track record of building and nurturing a technical community. Experience acting as a technical advisor to senior-level stakeholders (e.g., CTOs, VPs of Engineering). Demonstrated ability to deliver compelling presentations and effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels, resulting in increased client satisfaction and successful project outcomes. Desirable experience includes delivering training courses, prior experience with Cisco or competitive security technologies, experience with programming languages such as Python. Industry certifications such as CCIE or equivalent are highly valued. Willing to handle up to 50% domestic travel. 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 $205,700.00 to $266,300.00 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: $223,000.00 - $330,300.00 Non-Metro New York state& Washington state: $217,200.00 - $315,300.00 • 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 strategic content planning and execution for ABM campaigns, leveraging AI tools to scale content creation, and analyze campaign performance to optimize marketing efforts. | Over 8 years of experience in enterprise SaaS product marketing, with proven skills in content development, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven campaign optimization. | This role is open to remote locations in the US. This role is expected to close on 11/30/2025. Meet the Team You’ll be joining Cisco Security Marketing, one of the fastest-moving teams in the company. This role reports into the Director, Product Marketing for SASE/SSE and sits within the Lighthouse 360 team —a highly collaborative and high-performing team dedicated to delivering world-class product marketing and demand generation. We partner across the business with sellers, partners, product owners, agencies and campaign leads to build and deliver successful campaigns that drive awareness (ToFU) and generate pipeline (MoFU and BoFU) for Cisco Security products. What You Will Do • Drive the end-to-end strategic planning and execution of content needed for deep ABM campaigns - In person, virtual and digital. • Independently develop and manage multiple content and journey development projects, ensuring alignment with product strategy and business needs. • Develop content with Persona and Industry Focus: • Map customer journeys and create persona-based (CIO, CISO, IT, Business Leaders etc.) content that addresses pain points, use cases and value propositions; Ensure content relevance by vertical, sales lifecycle motion and region. Translate complex technical product information into simple, engaging narratives. • AI Driven Content Efficiency and Scale: • Use generative AI tools effectively to scale content creation to drive multiple cohorts as well as cross architecture narratives with ability to pivot quickly based on customer and market feedback. • Partner closely with sales, product teams, channel, and cross-functional stakeholders to produce high-quality, relevant assets and programs that resonate with target personas and seller motions. • Collect, analyze, and synthesize campaign and content performance data; conduct postmortem reviews to extract actionable insights that inform continuous improvement of content effectiveness and journey progression. • Ensure accurate internal documentation, campaign trackers, and team collaboration spaces to enable transparency, knowledge sharing, and operational efficiency in content creation and journey management. Your Impact You will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the content strategy for our Secure Access and SASE marketing programs—driving initiatives that generate pipeline, boost awareness, and ensure tight alignment with sales. You will architect content approaches for different campaigns, develop high quality assets, and anticipate market needs to produce compelling narratives at scale. Your leadership will keep messaging targeted and accelerate engagement across priority customer segments and empower our team to scale with agility and focus. Through your combined strategic insight and operational excellence, you will maximize impact and deliver results that matter. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred, with emphasis on product marketing, market research, or related disciplines. • 8+ years of experience in product marketing, go-to-market strategy, content development, program management roles, demonstrating ownership of content creation, customer journey development, and high-impact product launches. • Enterprise SaaS experience in a B2B space a must (Experience in Security a bonus). • Experience working alongside sales and channels to build cross sell/up sell programs in a highly matrixed environment. • Proven experience developing content for ABM and multi-channel campaigns. Preferred Qualifications • Proven ability to translate product features into compelling marketing programs tailored to specific use cases and customer segments. • Experience using AI and automation tools for content development and optimization. • Experience collaborating cross-functionally with product management, sales, channels, agencies, and creative teams. • Strong analytical skills to measure campaign effectiveness and optimize content and journey strategies based on data-driven insights. • Deep understanding of B2B marketing, cybersecurity, and demand generation. • Proficiency with tools like Workfront, Salesforce, Eloqua, Asana, Smartsheet, or similar. 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 $136,000.00 to $171,400.00 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: $136,000.00 - $197,100.00 Non-Metro New York state& Washington state: $121,000.00 - $175,400.00 • 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.