Cisco · 2 weeks ago
Engineering Product Manager, AI Defense
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$136K/yr - $193K/yr
4+ years expCisco is a leading technology company focused on delivering innovative solutions that enhance security and connectivity in the AI era. The Product Manager for AI Defense will lead initiatives to shape the future of AI security, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product decisions and ensure the protection of customers’ AI assets.
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Responsibilities
Identify market opportunities and drive strategic product decisions that position Cisco AI Defense as an industry leader
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, design, and product marketing to define, prioritize, and launch cutting-edge AI Defense and platform features
Own the end-to-end product lifecycle to deliver capabilities that protect customers’ AI models, applications, and data from attacks, data leakage, and compliance risks
Build and scale core platform that power Cisco’s AI Defense platform and ecosystems including Enterprise readiness capabilities like Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Dashboards, Reporting, Onboarding, and Ecosystem Integrations
Drive platform integration across Cisco’s broader AI, security and partner portfolio, enabling seamless interoperability and unified customer experiences
Stay ahead of the evolving AI threat landscape by evaluating emerging security risks and defining proactive mitigation strategies
Engage with customers and partners to gather insights, validate solutions, and continuously improve product offerings
Qualification
Required
4+ years of product management experience, including 2+ years of recent experience in SaaS, Application Security, and AI products
Consistent track record of productizing enterprise technologies at scale, delivering impactful and scalable solutions
Background in security, AI, or related fields, with a passion for addressing challenges and delivering customer-centric solutions
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent, with a focus on applying technical expertise to drive innovation and security in AI Defense
Preferred
Strong background in SaaS cybersecurity or AI Security, with experience in protecting AI models and applications
Excellent written, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and critical thinking skills, enabling effective partner engagement and decision-making in high-stakes environments
Demonstrated experience in solving security challenges, including data leakage prevention, compliance risks, and adversarial AI threats
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 determined by Cisco
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 and each January 1st thereafter
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
Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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Chair and CEO
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