Senior Staff Information Security Engineer

Synopsys is the leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, enabling customers to rapidly innovate AI-powered products. We deliver industry-leading silicon design, IP, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow. You Are

You are a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a passion for safeguarding critical assets in a dynamic, high-stakes environment. You thrive on solving complex security challenges, proactively identifying threats, and developing effective solutions to stay ahead of emerging risks. Your experience combines hands-on technical expertise with technical leadership, enabling you to guide teams and mentor colleagues on security best practices.

You bring a strong understanding of security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and enterprise security infrastructure. You have working knowledge of compliance frameworks including CMMC, RMF, DISA STIGs, and DoDAF. You communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex security issues into clear risks and actionable recommendations.

Whether responding to incidents, configuring security technologies, conducting malware analysis, or leading post-incident reviews, you maintain a calm, analytical approach and a commitment to continuous improvement. You are motivated by meaningful work and are eager to contribute your expertise to a collaborative team where your impact directly supports the security of mission-critical systems and data.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Configure, maintain, and optimize advanced security technologies, including Palo Alto firewalls, IPS, SIEM (QRadar), endpoint protection, and DLP platforms.
• Lead the development and implementation of security controls, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and security policies to support a strong security posture and regulatory compliance.
• Perform incident response, malware analysis, threat investigations, and vulnerability assessments.
• Administer and optimize security tools such as Trellix ePO to ensure effective protection and operational readiness.
• Manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions, including configuration, administration, policy development, and tuning.
• Conduct penetration testing activities, document findings, and present actionable recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for security tools, processes, and infrastructure, providing guidance and training across the organization.
• Lead security modernization initiatives, including migrations from Trellix to CrowdStrike and QRadar to Elastic.

The Impact You Will Have

• Strengthen the resilience of Synopsys’ critical systems and data against evolving cyber threats.
• Advance the organization’s compliance with CMMC Level 2 and Department of Defense security requirements, supporting customer and business objectives.
• Enhance incident readiness and response capabilities, reducing operational risk and minimizing the impact of security events.
• Drive continuous improvement across security operations through expert analysis, process optimization, and security modernization initiatives.
• Empower teams through actionable security guidance, training, and technical leadership.
• Support innovation by enabling the secure adoption of new technologies and security capabilities., You will join a highly specialized and collaborative Information Security team dedicated to protecting Synopsys’ mission-critical systems and data. The team focuses on proactive threat detection, incident response, security engineering, and the implementation of advanced security controls to support CMMC Level 2 and other regulatory requirements.

You will work alongside cybersecurity, engineering, and compliance professionals who are committed to technical excellence, continuous improvement, and protecting the technologies that power our customers’ innovations.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in IT, Cybersecurity Operations, or Security Engineering, including experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Proficiency in at least 2 scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Working knowledge of Linux environments, with SELinux experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies such as QRadar, Palo Alto Firewalls, Trellix ePO, CrowdStrike, Elastic, IPS, and DLP solutions.
• Current DoD IAT Level II certification or the ability to obtain it.
• Familiarity with CMMC Level 2 controls, RMF, DISA STIGs, and broader DoD security requirements.
• Strong understanding of threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity operations.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to create and review detailed technical documentation and SOPs.

Who You Are

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to think critically in high-pressure situations.
• An excellent communicator with strong collaboration and presentation skills.
• A proactive problem solver with a passion for continuous learning and professional development.
• Customer-focused, with the ability to communicate effectively and provide guidance to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A collaborative leader who can influence stakeholders and drive security initiatives across the organization.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S. Synopsys maintains a workplace where all personnel, customers, and vendors are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. We maintain worldwide policies in our Work Rules Policy, which is applicable to all employees in furtherance of these principles. We pride ourselves on providing a healthy and productive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, and any other characteristic protected by law. For applicants and employees with disabilities, we also make reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable laws and regulations. We are each expected to do our part to create a healthy and productive work environment for everyone. This includes bringing issues to management’s attention when you believe certain conditions are distracting from a good work environment. Our Work Rules Policy also allows you to raise concerns with other Synopsys managers. If employees are still unable to resolve their concerns, their disputes may be resolved through our Internal Issue Resolution Process Policy. In addition, all managers and employees in positions of authority have a special obligation to maintain and support a healthy and productive work environment.