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# Lead Security Research Engineer: Mitigation & Vulnerabilities

- **Company:** Cisco
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Reverse Engineering, Scripting, Software Security, Cisco, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/lead-security-research-engineer-mitigation-vulnerabilities-en-madrid-ID-365836792

## About the Role

You will lead vulnerability research, develop mitigation technologies, and contribute critical security expertise.The role requires strong experience in C/C++, scripting, and reverse engineering, with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
You will work on security analysis, tool development, and collaboration with product teams to strengthen Cisco's product security.
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## Description

Cisco Madrid is seeking a Security Research Engineering Lead to join the Talos team.You will lead vulnerability research, develop mitigation technologies, and contribute critical security expertise.The role requires strong experience in C/C++, scripting, and reverse engineering, with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.You will work on security analysis, tool development, and collaboration with product teams to strengthen Cisco's product security.#J-*****-Ljbffr


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