Software Engineer Lead – Cloud Security, AI

Cisco

. Architect and implement AI-driven automation frameworks to detect and remediate cloud security misconfigurations at scale .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $151,600 - $222,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting AI-driven automation frameworks and cloud security, with a strong focus on Python development, CI/CD practices, and cloud-native technologies. Proven ability to lead engineering teams, mentor peers, and deliver scalable internal tooling across cloud platforms.

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Python DevelopmentCloud Security ExperienceCI/CD PipelinesAI/LLM-Based WorkflowsInfrastructure as Code

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Hard Skills

Backend ServicesAPIsData ModelingRelational Data StoresNoSQL Data StoresCloud-Native Service ArchitecturesEvent-Driven ArchitecturesContainer TechnologiesOrchestration FrameworksAutomated Testing

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

AWS BedrockAzure AI FoundryGoogle Vertex AIDockerKubernetesECSTerraform

Industry Keywords

Cloud Security ControlsPolicy-as-CodeASPMCSPMSDLC PracticesObservabilityBusiness Metrics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesNoSQLPythonSDLCTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect and implement AI-driven automation frameworks to detect and remediate cloud security misconfigurations at scale
Deliver automated fixes directly into cloud environments or developer workflows through automated pull requests
Lead end-to-end technical execution of a focused workstream while guiding 2–3 engineers
Define and drive the engineering roadmap covering SDLC practices, CI/CD, observability, business metrics, and AI-assisted development
Build reusable, documented internal tooling and services that scale across cloud platforms and engineering teams
Scope work, communicate delivery trade-offs, and align multifunctional partners on direction and outcomes
Mentor peers and uphold software quality through code reviews, design sessions, and knowledge sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of engineering experience
Experience in Python development, backend services and APIs, data modeling, and relational/NoSQL data stores
Experience building or integrating AI/LLM-based or agentic workflows into production systems using managed platforms such as AWS Bedrock AgentCore, Azure AI Foundry, Google Vertex AI, or equivalent
Experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure), including SDKs, APIs, and cloud-native service architectures
Experience with CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, tests, and deployments
Experience with cloud-native event-driven architectures and container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or ECS
Strong communication skills for technical and business audiences
Experience with orchestration frameworks such as LangGraph, Strands Agents, Semantic Kernel, or OpenAI Agents SDK
Experience delivering internal services or tooling broadly consumed by engineering teams in a large organization
Cloud security experience, including familiarity with cloud security controls, policy-as-code, ASPM, or CSPM tools
Infrastructure as Code experience with Terraform or equivalent

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, subject to eligibility and continued employment
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid birthday day off
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid personal wellness days
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees
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
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies