Careers

Benefits that do good
for you and others

Cisco employees around the globe enjoy benefits designed to
meet the unique needs of each individual and their family.
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Get the care and support
you need

Our benefits packages are designed to support you across every aspect of your life. While the specifics vary by location, you can rest assured that when it comes to life needs, we’ve got you covered.

Caring for mind
and body 

Get access to both personal and professional resources to help you make the most of life.  

Save and invest for today and tomorrow 

Prepare for the future with benefits designed to help you make the right financial decisions for you and the people you love.

Making caring for others a little easier 

Take care of the people you love. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, we help you prioritize the people that count on you.

Take time for
you 

Whether it’s to care for yourself or for a loved one, we offer a variety of benefits that encourage you to step away when you need, so you can come back to work refreshed and recharged.

Give back with maximum impact 

Give time, money, talent, or skills to the causes that matter to you. From paid time off to matching donations, there are many ways to make your efforts go further. 
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

Supporting personal and
professional well-being

Asking for help and taking care of yourself is highly encouraged and supported in your work experience. Mental and physical health are deeply interconnected, and we’re here to help you make the most of every aspect of your life. 

Mental health
support

Everyone’s experience is unique. Access everything from in-person or virtual therapy and meditation apps to mindfulness and resiliency coaching. 

Personalized medical
guidance

Leverage an ecosystem of health resources, including world class health centers on our largest campuses. Get peace of mind with expert second medical opinions on any diagnosis or treatment option. 

Helping you navigate your career

Develop your skills, creativity, and professional resilience with courses that cover a variety of topics, from emotional intelligence to managing career stress, to learning to harness neurodivergence as a workplace advantage. 
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

Building a strong financial foundation

Plan for your future and protect the people you love. Our financial well-being programs help you make the right financial decisions for you. Find greater peace of mind by planning ahead.

Retirement plans

Save for what comes next. We offer retirement and savings programs worldwide. Specifics vary by region.

Employee stock purchase plan

Share in the company's financial growth and save for the future by purchasing Cisco stock at a discount. (Available in over 70 countries.)

Financial wellness resources

Tap into everything from financial planning resources and tuition assistance to discounts and legal services.
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

Prioritizing social good

Last year, 86% of Cisconians gave time, money, or skills as part of our community impact efforts. Together, we volunteered more than 720,000 hours for causes we’re passionate about.

10 paid volunteer days

One of our employee favorites! Take up to 10 paid days each year to give your time to a cause that matters to you.

Donation matching

Boost your donation power with up to $10,000 in matching gifts each calendar year.

Commitment to community impact

Make a difference. Our goal is for at least 80% of Cisconians to take at least one community impact action each year.
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.
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“I'm able to volunteer with the Movember Foundation, as well as give back through the Connected Asian Affinity Network and Filipino Professional Network. I'm proud that I work for a company that enables us to give back the way we're able to do.” 
Allan A., Creative Director
  Operations
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“Being at a company like Cisco has shown me the beauty of having work-life balance—including taking advantage of Cisco’s Days for Me—which they give us as a company, once a quarter, to help us reset and connect with what matters most outside of work.”
Micaela C.N., Chief of Staff
  Office of Accessibility
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“At Cisco, I’ve witnessed how workplace well-being, when championed with intention, can profoundly impact morale, engagement, and overall success.”
Shamara M., Customer Delivery Leader
  CX GES Premier
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

Multiple benefits for multiple generations

We want to make balancing your work and personal life less stressful. We understand the demands of family life today and are here to help you at every step.

Support for parents 

At every family stage, you can count on time away, access to behavior health experts, and more to help your family.  

Caregiving support 

Get the support you need when caring for an aging parent, a child with special needs, or even yourself. 

Welcoming a new child 

Enjoy bonding time with your newborn or newly adopted child. Even grandparents can celebrate with paid days off.  
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

Time off to recharge and refocus

Whether you need some time to relax, have things you need to take care of, or want to go on an adventure, we want you to be where you want or need to be. In addition to paid vacation/time off, we offer time to care for yourself and others. 

Birthday off

Take a day to celebrate you. Make your birthday special and spend it your way. Our treat!

Four Days for Me

Enjoy a Day for Me four times each year. These are paid days off when all of Cisco pauses and steps away from work to enjoy life’s meaningful moments. 

Critical time off

When situations demand your immediate and full attention, you have the time and support to step away.
A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

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Celebrate your peers

Show appreciation for the people you work with by nominating one of your co-workers for a monetary award through our Connected Recognition program. Increase the impact of your thanks and let your peers know how much you value their work and who they are.
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