Sr. Director Cybersecurity – AI Strategy

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Engineering

Employee

$254000-$381000

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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.

Job Description

Date posted 02/19/2026

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 13384 Base Salary Range $254000-$381000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 02/19/2026

HIRING LOCATIONS: Morrisville NC, Austin TX, or Sunnyvale CA

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.

As Synopsys accelerates enterprise-wide adoption of Generative AI and ML-powered platforms, secure innovation is core to our transformation.”

The Role

The Senior Director of Cybersecurity AI Strategy is a senior leadership role responsible for defining, executing, and governing the enterprise strategy for securing GenAI and Agentic AI technologies, platforms, and products. This leader ensures the organization can innovate with GAI safely, responsibly, and at scale, while proactively managing emerging security, privacy, regulatory, and ethical risks.

This role operates at the intersection of cybersecurity, AI, cloud platforms, products, governance, and business strategy, serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and a key enabler of enterprise AI secure adoption.

You Are

You are a visionary cybersecurity leader and influential AI Security leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation and enterprise transformation. You excel at shaping strategy, influencing executive stakeholders, and strategic Cyber AI initiatives that align with both corporate and product goals.

You possess a strong track record of leading large-scale cybersecurity and transformation efforts, driving measurable outcomes that elevate both business and security objectives.

As an evangelist for AI Security, you champion the adoption of industry-leading standards and best practices, fostering a culture where innovation is always paired with robust security. Your communication skills enable you to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences, from executive leadership to technical teams. Your strategic mindset, analytical prowess makes you a trusted advisor and catalyst for change. You thrive in dynamic environments, leading cross-functional teams and ensuring that security remains a foundational pillar in AI.

What You’ll Be Doing

Plan, develop, and drive the implementation of a comprehensive Cyber AI strategy, integrating security across all corporate and product domains.
Manage a niche/specialized AI cyber security team.
Lead strategic collaboration with SVP/EVP-level executives to define and advance Synopsys’ AI Security agenda.
Establish and communicate an enterprise-wide AI Security vision, ensuring security is embedded in all AI initiatives and products.
Drive strategic alignment of AI Security efforts across business units, product teams, and corporate functions.
Identify, prioritize, and execute cybersecurity process optimization initiatives leveraging automation, AI, orchestration, and data‑driven insights to reduce manual workload, accelerate control adoption, and improve operational consistency across the enterprise.
Drive end‑to‑end improvements across core cybersecurity workflows by standardizing processes, eliminating redundancies, and implementing scalable, repeatable patterns that enhance efficiency and reduce operational friction.
Serve as the organization’s AI Security Evangelist, promoting awareness and continuous improvement of best practices and standards.
Champion the development and adoption of industry-leading AI Security frameworks, regulatory compliance, and security patterns.
Measure program effectiveness through KPIs, dashboards, and executive reporting.
Build and develop the team and a community of AI security champions.
Drive risk management for AI, define control requirements, and integrate AI risk into enterprise and product processes.
Institutionalize AI governance policies, standards, control objectives, and review processes.

The Impact You Will Have

Shape Synopsys’ global AI Security strategy, influencing the direction of security across all AI-powered products and platforms.
Drive enterprise-wide transformation, embedding robust security into every aspect of AI initiatives.
Empower cross-functional teams to adopt and continually enhance AI Security best practices, standards, and frameworks.
Ensure Synopsys maintains its leadership in secure, high-performance silicon and software solutions for the Era of Pervasive Intelligence.
Cultivate a culture of security-first innovation, minimizing risk while maximizing business value from AI technologies.
Mentor and develop the next generation of AI Security experts and leaders, advancing Synopsys’ legacy of excellence.

What You’ll Need

12+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with senior leadership experience at enterprise scale.
Demonstrated experience securing cloud, SaaS, and data‑driven platforms.
Strong understanding of GenAI and ML concepts, including, LLMs, RAG, Agentic AI, MCP
Strong knowledge of AI security threats (e.g., adversarial ML, model inversion, data poisoning), secure architecture, threat modeling, and incident response.
Strong knowledge of Security Concepts (e.g. Data Security and Privacy, Security Engineering, Opensource Software Security and Architecture, Security Assurance).
Experience with secure product development lifecycles.
Exceptional strategic leadership skills, influencing executive stakeholders and driving cross-functional collaboration.
Experience establishing governance frameworks and integrating with legal/privacy and engineering processes.
Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills.

The Team You’ll Be a Part Of

You’ll join a world-class team of cybersecurity team, GenAI technologists, and transformational leaders dedicated to advancing Synopsys’ mission of delivering secure, high-performance silicon and software solutions. The team’s core focus is driving enterprise-wide security excellence, pioneering innovative approaches to GenAI Security, and ensuring that Synopsys remains at the forefront of technology and industry standards. Collaboration, continuous learning, and a relentless pursuit of security innovation define the team culture.

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.

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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.

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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

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