Principal Software Engineer – Application Security & AI Trust Architecture

Overview: As Principal Engineer, you will shape the security backbone of Cisco’s AI-driven software platforms. You’ll bridge strategy and hands-on engineering to ensure secure-by-default systems from cloud to device. You’ll lead cross-functional security initiatives, mentor engineers, and apply AI to advance threat prevention. This role focuses on architecting trust boundaries, controlling tool invocations, and mitigating AI-specific risks at scale. You’ll join a fast-paced, collaborative team driving secure innovation for enterprise customers. Compensation / Benefits medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match paid parental leave paid holidays and paid time off flexible vacation policy stock grants and equity opportunities