Partner Marketing Manager - AI Defense (Remote)

This role is open to remote US locations. The application window is expected to close on 12 / 20 / 25.

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

The AI Software & Platform Group is a newly formed, high-impact team at Cisco, uniting world-class AI researchers, software engineers, product managers and product marketers. Our mission : to build and launch innovative AI products and platforms that redefine what's possible for customers at global scale. We thrive on solving complex challenges that come with connecting people, devices and data everywhere.

Your Impact

We are looking for an energetic, creative, and results-oriented Partner Marketing Manager to help drive partner marketing for Cisco AI Defense-the industry first AI security solution protecting first party AI applications. In this role, you will play a crucial part in scaling our partner ecosystem, activating collaborative marketing strategies, and amplifying AI Defense's impact in the fast-paced AI security market. With Cisco's trusted brand and leading threat intelligence research behind you, you'll empower partners, expand market reach, and help shape the future of security for AI applications.

What You Will Do

As the Partner Marketing Manager for AI Defense, you will :

Build Partner Marketing Programs - Collaborate with marketing, sales, and partner teams to activate and scale joint marketing initiatives that drive awareness, demand, and adoption for AI Defense through strategic partners.

Craft and Refine Messaging - Support the development of compelling, partner-ready messaging and positioning that highlights the unique strengths and differentiators of AI Defense to both technical and business audiences.

Execute Go-to-Market Campaigns - Help plan and execute co-branded campaigns, digital programs, webinars, and field events-ensuring flawless execution and strong partner engagement.

Enable Sales & Partners - Create compelling collateral, enablement materials, and training that empower sales teams, partners, and customer experience to effectively communicate the value of AI Defense.

Foster Relationships - Build strong working relationships with partner marketing contacts, supporting their success and acting as an advocate for their needs within Cisco.

Stay Ahead of Trends - Research and synthesize industry and competitive intelligence to help inform program strategy, content, and partner engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

1-3 years of experience in B2B marketing, partner marketing, alliances, or business development-preferably in AI, SaaS, or security.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with a knack for storytelling and translating technical concepts into clear, compelling partner messages.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Comfort with marketing analytics, data reporting, and making recommendations based on insights.

Collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships and work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders.

Bachelor's degree required (technical or business field preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in B2B SaaS, enterprise AI, or partner marketing.

Familiarity with go-to-market models for partner-led or co-marketing initiatives.

Experience developing or supporting enablement content, case studies, or campaign assets.

Ability to adapt quickly, prioritize effectively, and thrive amidst ambiguity and change.

Passion for AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.

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.

Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and / or Canada :

The starting salary range posted for this position is $118,000.00 to $148,700.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in 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 skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and / or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.

U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies :

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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco

Non-exempt employees

Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)

80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and 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

For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.

Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows :

1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;

1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and

Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.

For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.

The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below :

New York City Metro Area :

$118,000.00 - $171,000.00

Non-Metro New York state & Washington state :

$110,000.00 - $159,400.00

Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.