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# Security Research Engineer (Remote)

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Durham, NC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $128,600.0 - $184,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Software System Penetration Testing, Unix, Cyber Security, DevOps, Design of User Interfaces, Remote Access Technology, Tensorflow, Web Applications, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology, Cisco
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87056592/1

## About the Role

* Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (with security research or project-based experience) or a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of professional security experience.
 * 2+ years of red teaming or penetration testing experience with emphasis on remote access, network penetration, Command and Control development and use, and covert channels in Cloud environments
 * 4+ years of Unix experience, including any applicable academic experience.
 * Industry experience with AI/ML frameworks and offensive security tooling., * Experience as a DevOps engineer
 * Experience in offensive security testing of web applications, APIs, user interfaces, mobile devices, and embedded devices.
 * Experience with full-spectrum red-team tactics
 * Experience in a SOC, SRE, or incident response role.
 * Strong ability to work collaboratively within a diverse, high-energy research team.
 * Excellent communication skills for multi-functional engagement with engineering teams.
 * Adaptability to work with emerging technologies and evolving security landscapes.

## Description

Evaluate global products and services to identify security vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and potential improvements to ensure the integrity of Cisco's infrastructure. Adopt an attacker mentality using specialized tools and techniques to emulate real-world adversaries and proactively secure our systems. Partner with industry-leading engineering teams to assess complex architectures and contribute to creative security solutions that protect our customers. Research emerging security topics independently or collaboratively to develop new tools and ideas that drive the evolution of our security posture. Achieve success by delivering highly secured solutions that meet the rigorous demands of our most critical global clients.


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