Cyber Security Engineer, Staff Engineer

Date posted 03/19/2026

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 15964 Base Salary Range $129000-$193000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 03/19/2026

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 dedicated and detail-oriented cybersecurity professional who thrives in high-assurance environments. Your passion for safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring compliance with rigorous standards sets you apart. You possess a deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, particularly those relevant to defense and government sectors, such as NIST SP 800171 and CMMC. You are comfortable navigating complex regulatory landscapes and translating requirements into actionable controls. Your experience enables you to confidently manage documentation, evidence, and audit processes, ensuring no stone is left unturned. You excel at collaborating across diverse teams-technical, business, and leadership-bridging gaps and fostering a unified approach to compliance and risk mitigation.

You are adept at balancing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy and timeliness in your work, and developing effective solutions to emerging challenges. Your communication skills allow you to clearly articulate compliance posture and risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You are motivated by continuous improvement and take pride in supporting Synopsys' mission to protect its assets and reputation. Whether leading mock audits or educating users on cybersecurity responsibilities, you approach every task with integrity, analytical rigor, and a genuine commitment to excellence. If you are ready to play a pivotal role in sustaining long-term CMMC compliance and advancing our cybersecurity maturity, Synopsys welcomes your expertise.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Owning and coordinating CMMC Level 2 documentation, including SSPs, SOPs, diagrams, policies, standards, and objective evidence throughout their lifecycle.
• Reviewing and validating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Business Impact Analyses (BIAs), and network/system topology diagrams to ensure compliance with NIST SP 800171 and CMMC Level 2 requirements.
• Verifying implementation and effectiveness of CMMC security controls and practices, ensuring evidence meets C3PAO assessment expectations.
• Supporting mock audits, readiness reviews, and official CMMC assessments, including evidence preparation and assessor interaction support.
• Coordinating with IT and engineering teams to establish and track patching and remediation priorities, focusing on CMMC scoring impact.
• Maintaining ownership of all Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), validating remediation closure evidence, and ensuring alignment with DoD and CMMC requirements.
• Supporting continuous control monitoring activities for ongoing compliance between assessments.
• Collaborating with Internal Audit, Cybersecurity, IT, and business stakeholders to resolve compliance gaps and control deficiencies.
• Escalating unresolved compliance or remediation risks to cybersecurity and audit leadership as appropriate.
• Communicating compliance posture, risks, and remediation status to both technical and nontechnical audiences, and supporting user and stakeholder education.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing Synopsys' CMMC score and certification readiness, directly supporting business continuity and eligibility for defense contracts.
• Strengthening the organization's cybersecurity posture through continuous control verification and evidence management.
• Enabling successful audits and assessments by preparing and presenting compelling compliance evidence.
• Reducing risk exposure by proactively identifying, escalating, and resolving compliance and remediation issues.
• Fostering a culture of compliance and cybersecurity awareness across technical and non-technical teams.
• Driving process improvements in vulnerability management, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Supporting long-term sustainment of CMMC and NIST SP 800171 compliance, ensuring Synopsys remains a trusted partner in the defense sector.
• Contributing to the protection of sensitive information and intellectual property, safeguarding Synopsys' reputation and strategic interests.

What You'll Need:

• Security+ (SEC+) or equivalent industryrecognized cybersecurity certification.
• 4+ years of experience performing Information Assurance, ISSO, ISSE, or equivalent cybersecurity assurance functions.
• 2+ years supporting cybersecurity operations in a DoD or defenseadjacent enterprise environment.
• Experience supporting NIST SP 800171, RMFaligned, or CMMCrelated compliance activities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD, FBI, or DHS security clearance.
• Strong technical understanding of modern hardware, software, and enterprise infrastructure environments.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management platforms, compliance evidence repositories, and security monitoring outputs.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and timemanagement skills.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively across technical and nontechnical teams to resolve complex compliance issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information to leadership and stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a highassurance environment.

Who You Are:

• A collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments.
• Detail-oriented and diligent, ensuring accuracy and completeness in all compliance-related activities.
• Proactive and resourceful, capable of anticipating and addressing emerging risks.
• Clear communicator who can translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to manage shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Ethical and trustworthy, committed to maintaining high standards of integrity and confidentiality.

The Team You'll Be A Part Of:

You will join a driven and collaborative Cybersecurity team at Synopsys, working alongside experts in IT, Engineering, and Business Operations. The team is focused on advancing our cybersecurity maturity, sustaining CMMC compliance, and protecting Synopsys' assets and reputation. You will report to the Executive Director of Cybersecurity and play a central role in audit readiness, evidence management, and cross-functional collaboration. This is an environment where your expertise and initiative will be valued and your contributions will have a lasting impact.

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.