[Remote] Senior Manager, US Public Sector Security Compliance (Remote)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cisco is a leading technology company focused on revolutionizing data and infrastructure connectivity. The Senior Manager, US Public Sector Security Compliance, will lead efforts to achieve and maintain compliance with key US regulatory frameworks while collaborating across various teams to deliver secure solutions to government customers.
Responsibilities
• Oversee US Public Sector security compliance strategies for FedRAMP, DoD SRG, CMMC, GovRAMP, TX-RAMP, SSDF, etc., ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Lead authorization strategy efforts to unify the way Cisco delivers compliant solutions to the DoD and the rest of the USG
• Leverage and lead the strategic implementation of the latest FedRAMP 20x standards to optimize compliance strategy
• Drive re-alignment of authorization boundaries to minimize compliance burden
• Drive strategic approach to streamline FedRAMP and DoD CC SRG sponsorship
• Lead the collaboration with business unit engineering teams to build the mechanisms required to achieve FedRAMP 20x authorization
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with engineering, sales, and legal teams to support public sector market entry
• Drive automation and AI initiatives to enhance compliance efficiency and consistency
• Establish and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and third-party auditors
• Develop compliance roadmaps and execution plans to meet evolving regulatory requirements
• Provide expert guidance on compliance-related matters to internal stakeholders
• Implement best practices and tools to standardize compliance processes
Skills
• 10+ years of experience in public sector compliance, expertise in DoD SRG, NIST RMF, FISMA, FedRAMP, OR related frameworks
• 3+ years experience leading public sector compliance initiatives at a Cloud Service Provider serving the USG
• Strong understanding of DoD and US government security and compliance requirements
• Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• 2+ years Experience with automation technologies to streamline compliance efforts (e.g., OSCAL) leading teams that produce machine-readable OSCAL authorization documentation
• Deep expertise in US public sector security compliance
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and provide strategic direction
• Skilled in collaborating across diverse teams and influencing stakeholders
• Experience in managing security compliance programs and driving continuous improvement for cloud service providers
• Proactive in identifying regulatory changes and translating them into business opportunities
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, plus 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, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
• 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
• Performance-based incentive pay
Company Overview
• Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press. It was founded in 1984, and is headquartered in San Jose, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.cisco.com.
Company H1B Sponsorship
• Cisco has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1238 in 2025, 1231 in 2024, 1273 in 2023, 2127 in 2022, 1991 in 2021, 1173 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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Responsibilities
• Oversee US Public Sector security compliance strategies for FedRAMP, DoD SRG, CMMC, GovRAMP, TX-RAMP, SSDF, etc., ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Lead authorization strategy efforts to unify the way Cisco delivers compliant solutions to the DoD and the rest of the USG
• Leverage and lead the strategic implementation of the latest FedRAMP 20x standards to optimize compliance strategy
• Drive re-alignment of authorization boundaries to minimize compliance burden
• Drive strategic approach to streamline FedRAMP and DoD CC SRG sponsorship
• Lead the collaboration with business unit engineering teams to build the mechanisms required to achieve FedRAMP 20x authorization
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with engineering, sales, and legal teams to support public sector market entry
• Drive automation and AI initiatives to enhance compliance efficiency and consistency
• Establish and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and third-party auditors
• Develop compliance roadmaps and execution plans to meet evolving regulatory requirements
• Provide expert guidance on compliance-related matters to internal stakeholders
• Implement best practices and tools to standardize compliance processes
Skills
• 10+ years of experience in public sector compliance, expertise in DoD SRG, NIST RMF, FISMA, FedRAMP, OR related frameworks
• 3+ years experience leading public sector compliance initiatives at a Cloud Service Provider serving the USG
• Strong understanding of DoD and US government security and compliance requirements
• Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• 2+ years Experience with automation technologies to streamline compliance efforts (e.g., OSCAL) leading teams that produce machine-readable OSCAL authorization documentation
• Deep expertise in US public sector security compliance
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and provide strategic direction
• Skilled in collaborating across diverse teams and influencing stakeholders
• Experience in managing security compliance programs and driving continuous improvement for cloud service providers
• Proactive in identifying regulatory changes and translating them into business opportunities
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, plus 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, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
• 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
• Performance-based incentive pay
Company Overview
• Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press. It was founded in 1984, and is headquartered in San Jose, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.cisco.com.
Company H1B Sponsorship
• Cisco has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1238 in 2025, 1231 in 2024, 1273 in 2023, 2127 in 2022, 1991 in 2021, 1173 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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