Cisco Information Security Engineer Salaries by 10+ Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 9 years exp.

₹13.9 Lakhs - ₹30.5 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

112% more than the average Information Security Engineer Salary in Hardware & Networking Companies for 2 - 9 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Information Security Engineer Salary 3 - 9 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹28.6 L/yr
IT & Information Security Information Security Engineer Salary 4 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹22.6 L/yr
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Information Security Engineer Salary 4 - 9 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

Companies similar to Cisco for Information Security Engineer

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Paladion Networks Information Security Engineer Salary 3 - 5 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr 76% less
Wells Fargo Information Security Engineer Salary 5 - 12 years exp. (124 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr 11% less
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Infosys Information Security Engineer Salary 1 - 3 years exp. (117 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7.7 L/yr 79% less
DXC Technology Information Security Engineer Salary 3 - 11 years exp. (59 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹13.7 L/yr 62% less
TCS Information Security Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (30 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr 71% less

Information Security Engineer salary at Cisco ranges between ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 18 latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.

Experience wise Cisco Information Security Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13.9 L/yr - ₹29.9 L/yr
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹14 L/yr - ₹32.3 L/yr
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4 years (5 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹22.6 L/yr
5 years (3 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹14 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹21.5 L/yr - ₹23.5 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹23 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹23 L/yr - ₹28.6 L/yr

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Top skills at Cisco for Information Security Engineer

Risk Assessment Computer science Information Technology ISO 27001 ISMS Cisa ISO SDLC cisco Information Security

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 19 Jul 2024

4.0

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Likes

WLB is really good People are really nice to talk We will be valued and trusted in team

Salary - Good

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Salary is less compared to market standards No transparency in salary We don’t even get to know what is the grade level of our colleagues unless you are involved with colleagues outside work like chai table or discussion tables

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 27 May 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good culture and work-life balance. Everything is driven by managers at any level. Good company to work for but don't stay in the same team for a long time. keep changing the teams internally.

Skill development - Excellent

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... stayed more years, Salaries are very less when compared to college fresh grads. and there is no rule that higher grades get more compensation than lower grades.

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 26 May 2021

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is best in cisco . Managers are very good and helpful . Really liked this company and feels best place to work.

Salary - Good

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Cisco salary is decent. But cisco competitors pay better than cisco . But still best place to work when it comes to work life balance.

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 22 May 2024

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I like the Campus and work culture at Cisco.

Salary - Good

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Until you resign, managers will not recognize your worth. Pay is less when compared with competitors. Promotions happen rarely. Managers will not allow you to take leaves.

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Cisco Information Security Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Information Security Engineer at Cisco ?

The average salary of a Information Security Engineer at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 9 years).

The top 10% of Information Security Engineer at Cisco earn more than ₹27.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹30.5 Lakhs per year. Information Security Engineer Salaries at Cisco can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 10+ Cisco employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Information Security Engineer at Cisco in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Information Security Engineer at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹1,42,123 to ₹1,47,412 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 9 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 10+ salaries received from various employees of Cisco. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Information Security Engineer at Cisco ?

To be a Information Security Engineer at Cisco in india, the key skills required include:

- Risk Assessment
- Computer science
- Information Technology
- ISO 27001
- ISMS

These skills are highly valued at Cisco and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

What is the salary of a Information Security Engineer in companies similar to Cisco in India?

The salary of a Information Security Engineer at companies similar to Cisco in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Wells Fargo	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹13.7 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹10.6 Lakhs per year
Paladion Networks	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹7.6 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.7 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.

How the salary growth look like for a Information Security Engineer at Cisco in India?

The salary growth for a Information Security Engineer at Cisco depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Information Security Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at Cisco:

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹29.9 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹32.3 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹22.6 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year

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Cisco Information Security Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 18 Cisco latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.