Location: Bay Area, California.
Based on news reporting.
Cisco Systems, Inc. has announced layoffs affecting more than 200 employees in the Bay Area. This decision comes as part of the company's ongoing restructuring efforts to adapt to changing market conditions. The layoffs are expected to impact various roles within the organization, although specific departments have not been disclosed. Cisco's management has indicated that these reductions are necessary to streamline operations and focus on core business areas. The company continues to navigate challenges in the tech industry, which has seen significant shifts in demand and competition.
Cisco Systems, Inc. cut 200 jobs as of August 21, 2025.
That is roughly 0.2% of the 90,400 people Cisco Systems, Inc. employs.
LayoffTalk has tracked 15 layoff events at Cisco Systems, Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 9,842 employees.
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