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- Cisco is actively integrating artificial intelligence across its operations, from cybersecurity to collaboration tools, and emphasizing a commitment to diversity and inclusion in its workforce.
- A key area of AI development at Cisco is the creation of multi-agentic systems, highlighted by the AGNTCY Application SDK and reference application.
- The company showcased advancements in AI at Cisco Live 2025, where President and Chief Product Officer Jeetu Patel discussed the future of AI.
Cisco Focuses on AI Integration and Inclusive Culture
Cisco is actively integrating artificial intelligence across its operations, from cybersecurity to collaboration tools, and emphasizing a commitment to diversity and inclusion in its workforce. The company is seeking innovators to build infrastructure for the AI era and beyond, according to a statement on its careers page.
A key area of AI development at Cisco is the creation of multi-agentic systems, highlighted by the AGNTCY Application SDK and reference application. CoffeeAGNTCY is presented as a rapid experimentation platform for multi-agent software utilizing Model Context Protocol, Agent2Agent, and AGNTCY components.
The company showcased advancements in AI at Cisco Live 2025, where President and Chief Product Officer Jeetu Patel discussed the future of AI. Cisco is also developing AI Canvas, described as a “groundbreaking tool” – a multi-data, multi-agent, generative UI workspace designed to enhance collaboration for IT teams.
Cybersecurity is another focal point for Cisco’s AI efforts. The Cisco Foundation AI team is dedicated to open, bleeding-edge AI innovation specifically for enterprise security. The Webex AI team is developing new audio AI models aimed at improving speech clarity and noise reduction for millions of users.
Cisco emphasizes its internal culture as a key driver of success, describing it as one of “mutual respect and mindfulness.” The company states it aims to provide opportunities for employees to make a significant impact on a global scale, fostering a fast-paced and innovative environment.
Cisco is currently hiring and encourages job seekers to explore available roles and join its talent community to stay informed about company news and career opportunities. The company is an equal opportunity employer, with a stated commitment to considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
A Director of Communications for Customer Experience position is currently open in San Jose, California, as of .
Cisco’s hiring process is designed to be inclusive, and the company welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates. Information about how Cisco hires is available on its careers website.