IT- Staff Software Security Engineer

Cadence Design Systems, Inc.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Software Security Engineer to strengthen security across cloud and on‑prem environments.

The role focuses on integrating security controls into CI/CD, secure coding practices, and managing DAST, SAST, SCA, and incident response. Collaboration with development teams and governance of security risk are key elements. The position requires 10–15 years of experience in software security, with expertise in NIST/ISO 27001/CIS, cloud platforms, and network

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of relevant experience in security engineering.
• Hands-on with security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS) and risk management.
• Securing Windows, Linux and Mac environments.
• Experience documenting vulnerability assessments clearly.
• Expertise in network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM.
• Proficient in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud infra.
• Experience with incident response, forensics, and security incidents lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Secure software development lifecycle with DAST, SAST, SCA and pen tests.
• Integrate security at source repos (Perforce, Github) and CI/CD builds.
• Implement and monitor security controls across on-prem and cloud.
• Collaborate with development teams and incident management.
• Identify security gaps, mitigate risks, and guide M&A security considerations.

Skills

Security engineering

Cloud security

CI/CD security

NIST

ISO 27001

CIS

Risk management

Vulnerability assessment

Incident response

Forensics

SIEM

WAF

CDN tools

Windows/Linux/Mac security

Perforce

GitHub

Education

Engineering (Computers, Electronics, IT)

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

Perimeter/security tools

Job description

NOIDA

HYDERABAD

Full time

R50275

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Job Description

Position: IT- Staff Software Security EngineerGrade: IT4Location: Noida/Hyderabad

Job Description:

Role:

Cadence’s Information Security team is seeking a Sr. Software Security Engineer. This role will focus on Cloud and on-premise Software Security controls including WAF and CDN tools. This is a Security Development Operations role that will ensure security tool integration at the source code repo (Perforce, Github etc.), build environment, and artifactory level. As a member of the Information Security team, this role will develop and support the secure software develop life cycle, including DAST, SAST, SCA, penetration testing, and attack surface management.

This role reports to Group Director and will interface directly with development teams. Of course, there is broad exposure to other aspects of information security related tasks such as incident response, vulnerability management, and deployment of security solutions. The successful candidate for this position is a highly motivated individual with a strong Application Development and Configuration Management/DevOps background with hands‑on experience in building software security within CI/CD.

Required Skills & Qualification

• Hands-on experience in securing corporate environment.

• Hands-on experience in security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS) and experience with risk management and compliance

• Hands-on experience securing Windows (Workstations and Servers), Linux (Workstations and Servers), and Mac

• Hands-on experience conducting risk management by identifying gaps and providing strategies for mitigation.

• Hands-on experience documenting vulnerability assessment results in a clear and actionable format.

• Expertise in network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and security monitoring tools such as SIEM

• Proficiency with cloud security technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing cloud-based infrastructure.

• Experience with incident response, forensics, and managing security incidents from detection to resolution.

• Determines security violations and inefficiencies.

• Knowledge of mergers and acquisitions

Experience:

• Should have relevant experience of at least 10-15 years.

Qualification:

• Engineering (Computers, Electronics, IT) or equivalent

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Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences.

Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence.

Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.

Cadence is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.