Security Engineer
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Leveraging Cadence’s Intelligent System Design strategy and BETA CAE’s innovative engineering solutions, we deliver advanced products that empower some of the world’s most forward-thinking companies across diverse industries such as consumer electronics, hyperscale computing, communications, automotive, aerospace, and healthcare.
In this role, you will contribute to shaping the future by collaborating with cross-functional teams across both companies to develop and promote impactful products and strategies. Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic and evolving environment where teamwork, innovation, and a global perspective drive our continued success and leadership in the industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform information security due diligence for M&A transactions
- Assess and document security risks across acquired or merging environments
- Review, secure, and integrate corporate network and identity infrastructures
- Execute hands-on security tasks related to:
- Active Directory (domains, forests, trusts, GPOs, migrations)
- DNS architecture, security, and remediation
- Linux and macOS system security hardening
- Evaluate and deploy Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) solutions
- Assess backup and disaster recovery (DR) capabilities and gaps
- Review and secure public-facing and internal websites, including TLS, WAFs, and configuration
- Conduct and manage vulnerability management programs (scanning, prioritization, remediation tracking)
- Implement and align security controls with CIS Controls
- Design and enforce Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies
- Secure Microsoft 365 / Office 365 environments (identity, email, data, and collaboration security)
- Assess and improve cloud security posture (AWS, Azure, GCP, or hybrid environments)
- Collaborate with IT, infrastructure, cloud, legal, and compliance teams
- Produce clear risk assessments, remediation plans, and executive-ready documentation
- Support security incident response related to M&A activities
- 10+ years of experience in Information Security, Infrastructure and Network
- Strong hands-on experience securing enterprise environments across:
- Windows, Linux, and macOS
- Active Directory and enterprise identity platforms
- DNS and network services
- Securing external facing web applications
- Proven experience with:
- EDR/XDR tools
- Vulnerability scanning and remediation workflows
- Backup and disaster recovery strategies
- Solid understanding of:
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Zero Trust and least-privilege principles
- Enterprise security architectures
- Experience supporting M&A projects, including due diligence, integration, and carve-outs
- Ability to assess risk quickly in complex, time-sensitive environments
- Experience with Azure AD / Entra ID, Intune, and hybrid identity
- Strong knowledge of Office 365 security (Defender, Purview, Conditional Access, DLP)
- Experience with cloud security controls and CSP-native security tools
- Familiarity with security frameworks (CIS, NIST, ISO 27001)
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or Microsoft security certifications
- Consulting or contractor experience in fast-paced M&A environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Comfortable operating under aggressive M&A timelines
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
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