Information Security Engineer - ThousandEyes

Information Security Engineer - ThousandEyes

Cisco Systems

Kraków, Poland

Your Impact

The impact of this role centers on providing deep technical leadership through multi-functional collaboration to identify requirements and deliver solutions that meet project and departmental objectives. You will embed robust security controls into architectural designs and work closely with security teams to enhance safeguards and support incident response efforts.

A key responsibility is leading information security risk management activities, including conducting risk assessments, developing treatment plans, and performing internal audits to evaluate control effectiveness. You will also support major external security certification and compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

This position requires managing and coordinating security projects and processes, driving risk mitigation efforts, and holding stakeholders accountable for remediation plans. Success in this role depends on effective communication, project management skills, and a proactive approach to securing systems, services, and data across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with networking automation or API-focused scripting (e.g., Bash or Python);
• Solid understanding of security principles in web technologies, networking, and Linux environments;
• Proficiency in at least one automation programming language such as Python, shell scripting, GoLang, or TypeScript;
• Strong proficiency in English, including excellent written communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and multi-functionally, effectively managing responsibilities across diverse geographic locations and organizational boundaries;
• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced expertise in Linux OS, network protocols, web security architectures (e.g., nginx, apache), and security technologies like Firewalls, IAM, IDS/IPS, SIEM, or Cryptography;
• Experience leading information security risk assessments and performing code reviews or integration testing;
• Experience deploying, securing, and maintaining Kubernetes environments;
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards such as ISO 27001, SOC2, FedRAMP, NIST, and global data protection laws;
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP) or project management certifications (e.g., PMP).