Cisco enables people to make powerful connections-whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible-providing easy access to information anywhere, at any time. Cisco was founded in 1984 by a small group of computer scientists from Stanford University. Since the company's inception, Cisco engineers have been leaders in the development of Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking technologies.

Worldwide, Cisco employs over 50,000 people around the globe in the 140 countries where it operates. Currently experiencing significant growth and investment, Cisco is looking to attract high caliber HR talent.