Cyber Security Staff Engineer - Insider Threat

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 13933 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 17/01/2026

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 motivated and detail-oriented security professional with a passion for protecting critical information assets and enabling secure business operations. With a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and a specialized focus on insider threat detection and analysis, you thrive in complex, fast-paced environments where your analytical rigor and investigative mindset make a tangible difference. You are adept at leveraging advanced security monitoring tools, SIEM platforms, and behavioral analytics to identify anomalies and potential threats before they escalate. Your experience enables you to not only detect and respond to incidents but also to proactively hunt for hidden risks, applying cyber threat intelligence and working with large, diverse data sets.

Your strong communication and interpersonal skills empower you to collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams—including IT, HR, legal, and compliance—ensuring a unified approach to security challenges. You are a continuous learner, staying current with emerging threats, evolving best practices, and new technologies. You understand that security is not just about technology but also about people and processes, and you excel at developing strategies and controls to mitigate risks. Whether you are preparing detailed reports for executive stakeholders or working hands-on to reduce mean time to respond (MTTR), your expertise and integrity inspire trust and foster a culture of accountability. If you are ready to take on the challenge of safeguarding Synopsys’ information assets from internal threats, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Utilizing advanced monitoring tools and techniques to detect suspicious activities, anomalies, and deviations from normal behavior within Synopsys’ networks and systems.
• Analyzing data logs, user activities, and access patterns to identify potential insider threats, unauthorized access, or malicious behavior.
• Conducting comprehensive investigations into suspected insider threats, including gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Performing in-depth forensic analysis of security incidents to determine root causes, motives, and potential impacts on organizational operations and assets.
• Executing proactive threat hunting activities, leveraging cyber threat intelligence, enrichment, correlation, and attribution to uncover hidden risks.
• Developing and implementing proactive strategies, policies, and technical controls to mitigate insider threats and minimize security risks.
• Preparing detailed reports and presentations on insider threat incidents, trends, and mitigation strategies for executive management and stakeholders.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams—including IT, HR, legal, and compliance—to ensure cohesive and effective responses to insider threat concerns.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Protecting Synopsys’ and customer information from internal threats, safeguarding critical data and intellectual property.
• Reducing the organization’s exposure to insider risks through timely detection, swift incident response, and continuous threat hunting.
• Enhancing organizational resilience by developing and implementing robust insider threat mitigation strategies and controls.
• Enabling secure business operations and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements through thorough investigation and reporting.
• Driving down mean time to respond (MTTR) for insider threat incidents, contributing to operational excellence.
• Fostering a culture of security awareness and accountability across departments by facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience through continuous learning and personal projects).
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on insider threat detection, analysis, and threat hunting.
• Proficiency in security monitoring tools, SIEM platforms, and advanced data analysis techniques.
• Strong understanding of insider threat indicators, behavioral analytics, and user activity monitoring.
• Experience with security automation, scripting, and reducing mean time to respond (MTTR) to incidents.
• Ability to work with large data sets and utilize log analysis tools effectively.
• Familiarity with legal hold processes and experience collaborating with third-party public and private organizations.

Who You Are:

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and highly observant, with a keen investigative mindset.
• Excellent communicator, able to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across departments and disciplines.
• Proactive learner, staying ahead of emerging threats and industry best practices.
• Ethical, trustworthy, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity.
• Adaptable, resilient, and able to thrive in high-pressure situations.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a dedicated security engineering team focused on protecting Synopsys’ and customer information from internal threats. This team operates at the intersection of technology, processes, and people, collaborating closely with IT, HR, legal, compliance, and executive leadership to establish a holistic insider threat management program. Together, you will drive innovation in threat detection and response, supporting Synopsys’ mission to enable secure, cutting-edge 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.

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.