Director, Product Management - Threat AI Detections at Cisco Systems, Inc.

The application window is expected to close on: 07/24/2026. The job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This position is open to remote work; preferred candidates will be based in Milpitas, CA or Fulton, MD.

Cisco Talos is one of the world's most trusted cybersecurity intelligence organizations, delivering AI and ML‑powered threat intelligence, threat detection, protections, and threat hunting capabilities across the Cisco portfolio. Talos combines world‑class researchers, analysts, incident responders, and engineers to protect organizations against sophisticated cyber threats and nation‑state adversaries.

As Cisco continues to accelerate AI‑driven security innovation, we are seeking a Director of Product Management, Threat AI Detections to lead the strategy, execution, and scaling of AI‑powered detection technologies across Cisco Security products and platforms.

Your Impact

This role sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, threat intelligence, cybersecurity product strategy, and cross‑functional leadership. The successful candidate will help define the future of AI‑driven threat detection and real‑time protection, and play a key role in closing emerging security gaps related to AI agents and next‑generation attack techniques. Responsibilities include:

• Define and Drive AI Detection Strategy
  • Develop and execute a multi‑product strategy for AI‑powered threat detections and protections.
  • Scale Talos' proprietary AI and machine learning capabilities to stay ahead of sophisticated cyber threats and nation‑state adversaries.
  • Identify emerging threat trends and translate them into detection and protection capabilities across Cisco's security portfolio.
• Own the Product Lifecycle
  • Lead the end‑to‑end lifecycle of AI and ML detection engines and protection services, from ideation and experimentation through production deployment and eventual retirement.
  • Define and measure success through coverage, efficacy, performance, adoption, and customer outcomes.
  • Drive continuous innovation while balancing operational excellence and scalability.
• Drive Portfolio Integration
  • Lead the integration of Talos AI detections and protections across Cisco Security products and platforms.
  • Create a unified intelligence‑first customer experience across network, cloud, endpoint, identity, and AI security solutions.
  • Partner across engineering, data science, product, and security teams to define common data models, telemetry requirements, and detection frameworks.
  • Collaborate with ecosystem partners, SIEM, SOAR, and Cisco Cloud control and Security control platforms to maximize customer value.
• Lead Through Influence
  • Align stakeholders around strategic priorities, technical direction, and business outcomes and drive cross‑functional execution across globally distributed teams.
• Establish Responsible AI Practices
  • Define standards for ethical, transparent, and resilient AI security solutions to ensure AI detection models are unbiased, explainable, secure, and resistant to adversarial attacks.
  • Align products with global privacy, compliance, and data sovereignty requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of experience; or Master’s degree and 8+ years of experience; or PhD and 6+ years of experience, including 4+ years of direct or indirect people leadership.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in enterprise cybersecurity offerings to include threat intelligence or security‑centric AI/ML‑based products.
• Experience building and scaling security platforms, detection technologies, or threat intelligence solutions.
• Experience driving large, cross‑functional initiatives across engineering, data science, and business teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with threat intelligence, detection engineering, or security operations.
• Experience leading multi‑product or platform‑level strategies.
• Familiarity with GenAI, Agentic AI, LLM security, and AI governance frameworks.
• Advanced degree (MS, MBA, or PhD) in a relevant field.
• Strong communication and executive presentation skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short and long‑term disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance; potential equity grants.
• Paid holidays (10 per year plus one floating holiday).
• Paid time off for birthday, year‑end shutdown, and personal wellness.
• Vacation time varying for exempt and non‑exempt employees.
• Sick time allowance and carry‑forward options.
• Optional volunteer days.

Compensation

The starting salary range for this position is $230,100.00 to $325,300.00 for U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate’s hiring location, market conditions, job‑related skill set, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training.