Cyber Security Engineer

You are a forward-thinking cybersecurity professional with a passion for defending critical infrastructure and sensitive data. As a Cyber Security Engineer at Synopsys, you will configure, implement, and maintain host-based firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), anti-virus software, SELinux, network firewalls, SIEMs, and proxies across diverse environments.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing, updating, and documenting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for security tools and maintaining accurate network diagrams
• Creating and deploying host and network countermeasures based on open source intelligence (OSINT), behavioral analysis, and evolving threat landscapes
• Monitoring, tuning, and implementing security controls in tools such as McAfee ePO and Palo Alto to ensure optimal protection
• Managing and troubleshooting Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) feeds, ensuring timely detection and response to security events

The Impact You Will Have:

• Strengthening the security posture of Ansys Government Initiatives (AGI) by proactively defending against emerging threats
• Ensuring compliance with rigorous federal and organisational security standards, supporting government and commercial initiatives
• Reducing risk of data breaches and operational disruptions through robust countermeasure development and incident response

Requirements:

• Minimum two (2) years performing system administrator duties for Windows and/or Linux environments
• SEC+ or equivalent industry-recognised certification
• At least two (2) years of experience in an Enterprise Security Operation Center (SOC) or similar response team
• Minimum two (2) years supporting the Federal Government,either directly or as a contractor,in a security-related field

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans
• Time away, including company holidays, ETO, and FTO programs
• Family support, including maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• ESPP: purchase Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount
• Retirement plans, varying by region and country