Just found this, sorry if it was posted before. We are among top ten companies where employees most fear being laid off - which shouldn't be a surprise to anybody. I'm just shocked that we only landed at seventh place, and not higher... — read more 

Back as a contractor, what a long strange trip it's been. Almost two decades. Old! Pre-4th of July summation: Still a good place to work. Enjoy reading these threads. Add your thoughts below over a 4th of July beverage or choice. Are you happy with... — read more 

Seems to be a major layoff by end of July. Lot of mid-mgmt and g10’s/g11’s need to be vary. The organization has grown too fat n need to cutout some to make productive work Env.

Two female managers who make jail wardens look like gods. Doc manager is the most redundant post and any sane person knows that. A monkey can do this job and a lot better than these two put together!

Getting internship in Cisco is tough because there is huge queue of heirs of Cisco Sr.Managers, Directors and VPs. So where is the chance for others ? To show off they get some students from other universities and load rest with Cisco family. The... — read more 

Am I the only one steering people away from Cisco if they are considering applying for a job here - for their own benefit?

It has nothing to do with age. After 10+ years at Cisco you are G11 or 12 and too expensive. I was a 35 year old G12 and was let go a couple years ago. Ended up with huge payout due to circumstances and was able to reinvent myself. Now I work for a... — read more 

Pure propaganda and widow dressing. http://www.forbes.com/sites/patrickmoorhead/2019/06/25/cisco-leans-into-people-and-culture-at-its-2019-customer-and-partner-event-cisco-live/

No details to share here other than no surprise based on things I have been seeing feeling and hearing amid the CX rumblings. Was a good ride. Cisco was fair and totally supportive while I was in the role. No complaints nor arguing with the call... — read more 

Do Callmanager, spark groups still exist?

News about Hiring freeze turned out to be true, I am worried about layoffs if it's bound to happen, how much time do I have before the announcement? It is bit easier in the job market to negotiate a deal with job at hand.

Hearing there is good salary hike across the board. Looks like the company is really doing good and has transformed into the new era. Love to be part of Cisco.

I'm 27. Cisco hired me out of college. I'm a grade 10. Make over 125k a year. Friends are jealous. Cisco has been nothing but a great time for me. Work hard you get rewarded. I've had white and Indian managers. Both are cool.

CSE position Went through 7 interviews and was told I had the job. Offer imminent but manager informed me hiring freeze was initiated (May 9th). Can anyone help me understand if this is typical, duration of freeze/thaw, etc? 2wk freeze is going on... — read more 

Also, are there any repercussion people should know about?

Even though outsourcing is completely legal and understandable, certain Orgs and BUs and its leaders never follow the code of conduct and has affected the culture and ethics of this organisation. Doing work in a B1 visa is illegal, but this where it... — read more 

Isn't it illegal to work for Cisco with B-1 visa?

Someone mentioned the ColdPlay singer was on a Cisco call and he said a cuss word. Is this correct?

Did any other managers get the invite for the June 5 SE pay cut meeting?

If the word about the reduction is in fact true, I would really like to know that will be the logic of the method of the reduction? What parts of the company are they planning to hit the most and what parts could be spared this time? Any info about... — read more 

Word has just came down from the top brass - 10% workforce cut globally. Will be effective day 1 of new fiscal. Names need to be rolled up in the next 2 weeks. Plan accordingly.

What is the typical sr engineer salary at Cisco IT Raleigh location ?

Although it didn't seem like it when I and every other 50+ white guy in our building was walking out the door, getting laid off from Cisco was one of the better things that ever happened to me. It was especially galling that Chambers was throwing a... — read more 

If you don’t have it by now are you not getting anything?

SEs: kiss your KSO’s goodbyeas well as about 3-5% of your base salary.

How is IT BU doing? Is it safe to join IT at cisco? Any upcoming LR rumours?

I got an offer from product engineering . I heard that there is no annual salary increment at cisco . Can anyone please confirm . Just wanted to make sure I get candid opinions before I join :)

We are not a performance based company. It's all about relationships.

Hello is there grade 9 at cisco? glassdoor says grade8-->grade10. what is the average salary for grade9 at raleigh? Also i heard no annual salary increments? is it true?

Hello I need an advise. what is the typical Grade 10 salary at cisco RTP? Is there any stock options or RSU for grade 10?

Work is a never-ending process. It can never be completed. Interest of a client is important, so is your family. If you fall in your life, neither your boss nor client will offer you a helping hand; your family and friends will. Life is not only... — read more 

I personally know couple of guys I used to work with in RTP. They seem to be happy. They both worked elsewhere for couple of years after let go.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.mercurynews.com/2018/09/24/h-1b-spouses-work-ban-rule-coming-within-three-months-feds-say/amp/

Why doesn't Cisco invest in employees anymore? Everything related to employee improvements has been reduced drastically. Education and training options used to be readily available, and now they are sporadic at best. I guess the time when the company... — read more 

Being from Northrop - how in the hell is his experience relevant?

I'm confused. Is the early retirement package mentioned below only offered to certain people, in certain locations, at certain levels? I asked my manager about it and she said it definitely is an option, but then when she went to HR, they denied it... — read more 

Sound off on how many RSUs you’re getting this cycle.