Employees at Cisco Systems value the flexibility to work from home and adjust schedules, as well as the opportunities to learn and work with cutting-edge technologies. The culture is viewed positively, with an open-minded environment, good work/life balance, and supportive teams. Reviewers appreciate the people they work with, describing colleagues as passionate, collaborative, and supportive.
However, there are some potential areas for improvement noted. Management can be hierarchical with the potential for internal politics. The workload is sometimes high, with expectations to work weekends and long hours. Additionally, a few reviewers mentioned career progression can be slow or limited unless based in certain locations.