Software QA Engineer- Networking & Security Protocols, AI, Cloud & Virtualization - 4 to 8 years
Meet the Team
You will be part of a world class Network Security team working on the latest security technologies and responsible for AI Agentic development of test workflows, System testing, Product security testing, Automation and Validation
Our team works on leading security and threat mitigation solutions that are high-performing, scalable and easily manageable. we take pride in delivering higher quality releases to our customers.
The Firewall team in India is looking for talented and motivated individuals who can work effectively in a team-oriented environment and lead/contribute to the development and test of our next generation firewall technologies.
Your Impact
Architecture & Operations:
Lead the design, deploy, and optimize enterprise Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) and cloud-native security services.
Complex Troubleshooting:
Provide escalation support, isolate network faults, and perform deep packet analysis and root cause analysis (RCA) during test executions.
AI, Automation & Scripting:
Drive Agentic security autonomous flow and build framework using the latest AI technologies leveraging Python, REST APIs, or configuration automation tools.
Collaboration:
Partner with various engineering teams to file critical software bugs and scope future product feature requests.
Minimum Qualifications
AI Knowledge
Hands-on experience with LLMs (GPT, Claude) for test automation
Familiarity with Python-based AI libraries and REST API integrations
Knowledge on Docker/Containers
Networking & Security Protocols:
Deep mastery and hands-on experiences of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, IPSec, SSL-VPN, NAT, and DNS/DHCP.
Cloud & Virtualization:
Practical knowledge of public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization/hypervisors (Docker, Kubernetes, VMware ESXi).
Host based Tools and Traffic Generators:
Working experience and well-versed with Host (Linux/Windows) Tools and Traffic Generators to replicate client production environments, stress-test firewall capabilities, validate Firewall functionalities and find network anomalies.
Certifications:
Industry credentials such as the CCNP/CCIE are strongly preferred with practical knowledge
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced Debugging & RCA: Strong ability to troubleshoot complex application, OS, networking, and platform issues and drive them to root cause.
AI/Agentic Engineering: Hands-on experience building AI/LLM-based workflows for test generation, failure triage, debugging, log analysis, and engineering productivity.
Technical Leadership: Ability to independently lead complex technical initiatives, drive design reviews, and influence cross-functional teams.
Customer & Production Mindset: Ability to translate customer and field issues into product-quality improvements and proactively identify production risks.
Communication: Strong communication skills to clearly articulate technical risks, trade-offs, quality metrics, and recommendations to engineering stakeholders.
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
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Skills Required
- 4 to 8 years of relevant professional experience
- Hands-on experience with LLMs such as GPT or Claude for test automation
- Familiarity with Python-based AI libraries and REST API integrations
- Knowledge of Docker and containers
- Deep hands-on knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, IPSec, SSL-VPN, NAT, DNS, and DHCP
- Practical knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, or VMware ESXi
- Experience with Linux and Windows host tools and traffic generators
- CCNP or CCIE certification, or equivalent practical knowledge
- Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysis skills
- Experience building AI or LLM-based workflows for test generation, failure triage, debugging, and log analysis
- Ability to lead technical initiatives and drive design reviews
- Strong communication skills
Cisco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cisco and has not been reviewed or approved by Cisco.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as robust with multiple plan options and access to onsite/virtual LifeConnections Health Centers on major campuses. Company materials also highlight mental-health resources and comprehensive preventive care, supporting strong core medical benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away includes company‑wide recharge days, a paid birthday, a year‑end shutdown, and paid Critical Time Off for emergencies. Paid volunteer days further expand opportunities to step away and recharge.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies include a global minimum for paid parental leave for primary caregivers, caregiving concierge services, and on‑site children’s learning centers in select locations. In the U.S., family‑building support is consolidated under Carrot with a defined lifetime maximum, indicating structured assistance across fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy.
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