Cyber Security Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer - 18632

Job Description and Requirements

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are a strategic and technically adept security professional, passionate about embedding security into every stage of product development. You thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments and excel at partnering with engineering, architecture, and product teams to drive secure-by-design principles. Your expertise spans both deep technical knowledge and broad strategic thinking, enabling you to navigate complex security challenges while maintaining a business-oriented perspective. You bring a hands-on approach to technical leadership, guiding teams through threat modeling, architecture reviews, and secure code assessments. You are adept at communicating complex security concepts with clarity and influence, empowering teams to innovate securely and confidently. With a proven track record of driving security initiatives in enterprise environments, you are comfortable leading cross-functional projects, mentoring peers, and shaping organization-wide security policies. You value continuous learning, staying ahead of emerging threats, and are motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the security posture of a global technology leader. Your ability to balance technical rigor with pragmatic risk management sets you apart, and you are eager to contribute to a culture of security excellence at Synopsys.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead security architecture and design reviews, threat modeling activities, and secure code assessments across multiple product lines.
• Define and implement secure-by-design best practices, requirements, and guardrails for engineering and product teams.
• Champion Product Security policies and ensure organizational compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Embed Security and Privacy requirements into new product designs and features in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Provide expert consultation on Security Engineering and Architecture, enabling secure development practices.
• Drive Product Security engagement throughout the entire product lifecycle, including pre-market and post-market activities.
• Develop scalable security architectural specifications for cloud and enterprise platforms.
• Establish and maintain processes aligning security capabilities with business priorities and emerging threats.
• Represent Product Security in cross-functional initiatives, review boards, and stakeholder discussions.
• Participate in internal and external audits, delivering clear and credible security narratives.
• Design and deliver Product Security training programs for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support the design and deployment of cloud management and automation improvements.
• Mentor and coach engineers organization-wide on Product Security concepts and best practices.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Elevate Synopsys’ enterprise-wide security posture and champion a culture of security-by-design.
• Enable secure product innovation across a modern, diverse technology portfolio.
• Mitigate security risks and ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Empower engineering teams to deliver products with robust security and privacy features.
• Shape future Product Security strategies and frameworks, influencing business direction.
• Drive continuous improvement in security practices, processes, and technical capabilities.
• Serve as a visible technical leader and trusted advisor in cross-functional and executive forums.
• Contribute to Synopsys’ reputation as a secure and innovative technology leader.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in CyberSecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of software development experience with proficiency in C/C++, Python, Java, and JavaScript.
• 7+ years of hands-on Product Security Engineering experience in an enterprise environment.
• Strong understanding of Data Protection, Privacy, Security Engineering, Architecture, and Assurance principles.
• Expertise in security architecture, threat modeling, secure code assessment, and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to write and review code in multiple programming languages.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, or CRISC (preferred but not required).
• Experience with BISO or Security Champions programs (a plus).

Who You Are:

• Excellent communicator with the ability to explain complex security concepts to diverse audiences.
• Influential leader with strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical thinker with advanced problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Proactive, self-driven, and comfortable working independently or within cross-functional teams.
• Adaptable and resilient in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development.
• Empathetic mentor and coach, fostering growth and excellence in others.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a high-performing, collaborative Product Security team dedicated to driving secure innovation across Synopsys’ expansive technology portfolio. The team partners closely with engineering, architecture, product management, and compliance groups to embed security into every stage of the product lifecycle. Focused on advancing security maturity and organizational resilience, you’ll work with passionate colleagues who value technical excellence, creative problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Together, you’ll shape strategies that protect our products and customers while enabling Synopsys to lead in secure technology development.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

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.