Principal AI Security Architect

Job Description: • provide expert technical leadership to product, platform, and offer teams • define and implement security guardrails for AI-embedded applications • serve as the authority on secure cloud architecture within AWS and Azure environments • evaluate the security risk of new releases • act as a trusted advisor to senior engineering leadership • collaborate across the broader Cisco ecosystem Requirements: • 10+ years’ experience in the software industry with a focus on security • deep hands-on experience in cloud-native architectures (eg: AWS/Azure) and AI/ML integration • demonstrated ability to secure AI models and applications • strong background in secure software development lifecycles (SDLC) • experience in quantifying security risks and providing guidance to product managers • prior experience with large-scale customer support or technical assistance platforms (e.g., TAC engineering environments) • deep understanding of AI safety and global data protection regulations • experience integrating security checkpoints into fast-paced CI/CD pipelines Benefits: • medical, dental and vision insurance • a 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 per full calendar year • flexible vacation time off program • 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date • additional paid time away for critical or emergency issues • optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer