Senior Staff Cyber Security Engineer - PAM

Search Jobs Find Jobs For Where? Search Jobs Senior Staff Cyber Security Engineer - PAM Morrisville, North Carolina, United States Engineering Employee $161000-$242000 Apply Save Job Share • Email • LinkedIn • X • Facebook Jump to • Overview • Job Description • Benefits • Culture • How We Hire Overview Synopsys software engineers are key enablers in the world of Electronic Design Automation (EDA), developing and maintaining software used in chip design, verification and manufacturing. They work on assignments like designing, developing, and troubleshooting software, leveraging the state-of-the-art technologies like AI/ML, GenAI and Cloud. Their critical contributions enable world-wide EDA designers to extend the frontiers of semiconductors and chip development. Play Video Job Description Date posted 07/30/2026 Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 18245 Base Salary Range $161000-$242000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 07/30/2026 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 highly skilled and experienced Privileged Access Management (PAM) leader who is passionate about securing critical systems, identities, and privileged accounts in an increasingly complex threat landscape. You understand that identities are the new security perimeter and have extensive experience designing and operating enterprise-scale Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) programs.You have deep expertise with industry-leading PAM, identity governance, secrets management, and privileged session management platforms, ensuring privileged accounts, service accounts, credentials, and secrets are effectively governed, monitored, and protected across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.You thrive in environments where automation, scalability, and security are equally important. You have hands-on experience developing scripts and automation solutions using PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, and orchestration frameworks to streamline onboarding, access reviews, privileged account lifecycle management, credential rotation, and compliance reporting. What You’ll Be Doing: • Designing and implementing enterprise-wide Privileged Access Management strategies and roadmaps aligned with security and compliance requirements. • Architecting, deploying, and managing Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), secrets management, and privileged session management platforms across global environments. • Configuring and optimizing privileged account onboarding, credential vaulting, password rotation, session monitoring, session recording, and privileged access workflows. • Developing automated workflows for account provisioning, deprovisioning, access certification, entitlement reviews, and privileged access governance. • Integrating PAM and identity security platforms with enterprise directories, cloud environments, infrastructure platforms, DevOps tools, ITSM solutions, and business applications. • Designing and managing enterprise secrets management capabilities for applications, service accounts, privileged credentials, APIs, and automation platforms. • Building scripting and automation capabilities using PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, JSON, and orchestration tools to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort. • Conducting privileged access assessments, identifying security gaps, and implementing remediation strategies. • Supporting Identity Governance initiatives, including role-based access controls, access reviews, joiner-mover-leaver processes, and segregation of duties controls. • Partnering with security operations, cloud, infrastructure, audit, compliance, and application teams to ensure effective privileged access controls. • Leading PAM-related audits and providing evidence for SOX, ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and other regulatory requirements. • Developing PAM standards, policies, procedures, technical documentation, and operational runbooks. • Monitoring platform health, performance, and security while driving continuous improvement and modernization initiatives.The Impact You Will Have: • Safeguard Synopsys’ most sensitive data and intellectual property against advanced cyber threats and nation-state actors. • Ensure compliance with a rapidly evolving landscape of regulations and standards, maintaining Synopsys’ status as a trusted partner. • Mitigate systemic risks across global supply chains and minimize the potential for cascading breaches in interconnected environments. • Leverage AI and automation to stay ahead of sophisticated attacks, driving innovation in defensive capabilities. • Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to build a proactive, resilient cybersecurity team. • Enable business agility by integrating security seamlessly into operations, supporting Synopsys’ continued growth and technological leadership.What You’ll Need: • Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity Governance, or Privileged Access Management (PAM), including at least 2 years in a senior or lead engineering role. • Hands-on experience implementing and supporting Privileged Access Management (PAM) platforms, Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) platforms, Secrets Management solutions, and Identity Lifecycle Management processes. • Strong understanding of Zero Trust Architecture, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Least Privilege Principles, Segregation of Duties (SoD), and Authentication and Authorization Frameworks • Experience integrating identity security platforms with enterprise applications, cloud providers, security tooling, and directory services. • Advanced scripting and automation experience using PowerSehll, Python, REST APIs and Workflow Automation Platforms. • Experience supporting hybrid and cloud environments, including public cloud and SaaS platforms. • Familiarity with authentication protocols and identity standards such as SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP, Kerberos, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). • Strong understanding of NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, Zero Trust, and identity security best practices. • Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GIAC, Microsoft Security Certifications, or vendor-specific certifications are a plus (or willingness to obtain).Who You Are: • Strategic, analytical thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving. • Excellent communicator, able to articulate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. • Collaborative, inclusive leader with a passion for mentorship and team development. • Adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning in a rapidly evolving threat landscape. • Highly ethical, trustworthy, and dedicated to protecting sensitive information and organizational integrity.The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:You will join Synopsys' Data & Identity Security Engineering team, a highly skilled group of security professionals focused on protecting the company's intellectual property, sensitive information, and critical business systems. The team is responsible for advancing enterprise data protection strategies, implementing industry-leading security technologies, and enabling secure collaboration across a global workforce.Collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence define the team's culture. Your expertise will directly contribute to strengthening Synopsys' data security posture and supporting the company's leadership in secure technology solutions.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. #LI-AS4 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. Apply Save Job test Share • Email • LinkedIn • X • Facebook Benefits At Synopsys, innovation is driven by our incredible team around the world. We feel honored to work alongside such talented and passionate individuals who choose to make a difference here every day. We're proud to provide the comprehensive benefits and rewards that our team truly deserves. Visit Benefits Page • Health & Wellness Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family. • Time Away In addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs. • Family Support Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more. • ESPP Purchase Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount, with a 24 month look-back. • Retirement Plans Save for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country. • Compensation Competitive salaries. ** Benefits vary by country and region - check with your recruiter to confirm Get an idea of what your daily routine around the office can be like Explore Morrisville View Map Hiring Journey at Synopsys Apply As an applicant your resume, skills, and experience are being reviewed for consideration. Phone Screen Once your resume has been selected a recruiter and/or hiring manager will reach out to learn more about you and share more about the role. Interview You will be invited to meet with the hiring team to measure your qualifications for the role. Our interviews are held either in person or via Zoom. Offer Congratulations! When you have been selected for the role, your recruiter will reach out to make you a verbal offer (a written offer will follow your conversation), and we hope you accept! Onboarding There will be some steps you need to take before you start to ensure a smooth first day, including new hire documentation. Welcome! Once you’ve joined, your manager, team, and a peer buddy will help you get acclimated. Over the next few weeks, you’ll be invited to join activities and training to help you ramp up for a successful future at Synopsys! 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