About the role
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
Cadence InfoSec is seeking a Director of Software Security to lead the strategy, architecture, and execution of secure software development practices across the enterprise. This role will drive DevSecOps transformation, ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (including CMMC), and embed security throughout the software lifecycle (SDLC).
Key Responsibilities
DevSecOps Strategy & Leadership
- Define and execute enterprise DevSecOps strategy across all development teams
- Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines (build, test, release)
- Establish “shift-left” security practices across the SDLC
- Drive adoption of secure coding, SAST, DAST, and SCA tools
Secure Software Architecture
Define reference architectures for secure microservices, APIs, and cloud-native apps
Establish security patterns for containers, Kubernetes, and serverless
Lead threat modeling initiatives
Ensure secure API design and zero trust principles
Regulatory Compliance & CMMC
Lead compliance initiatives for: Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC 2.0)
NIST SP 800-171r2 /800-53
ISO 27001
- Ensure software systems meet federal, defense, and privacy regulations
- Coordinate audits, assessments, and continuous monitoring programs
- Implement controls for handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Cloud & Platform Security
Secure DevOps pipelines across cloud platforms:
Amazon AWS
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud
IBMC cloud
- Cadence software service and products
- Implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) security scanning
- Define secrets management, identity, and access controls
Application Security Program
- Build and scale AppSec program across all product lines
- Define vulnerability management lifecycle (discovery → remediation → validation)
- Establish bug bounty / responsible disclosure programs
- Integrate security into Agile and CI/CD workflows
Supply Chain & Software Integrity
Secure software supply chain (SBOM, dependency scanning)
Implement artifact signing, provenance, and integrity validation
Governance & Risk Management
- Define policies, standards, and secure development guidelines
- Establish KPIs: vulnerability remediation SLA, code coverage, pipeline security
- Align software security with enterprise risk management
- Report posture to executive leadership and board
Leadership & Cross-Functional Influence
Lead teams of AppSec engineers, DevSecOps engineers, and architects
Partner with Engineering, Product, Legal, and Compliance teams
Build security champions program within development teams
Influence engineering culture toward security ownership
Required Qualifications
- 12–15+ years in cybersecurity, with strong focus on application security and DevSecOps
- 5+ years in leadership (manager/director level)
- Deep expertise in: Secure SDLC and DevSecOps pipelines
- Cloud-native architectures and container security
Regulatory frameworks (CMMC, NIST, ISO)
Experience in regulated industries (defense, government, healthcare, fintech)
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with tools such as:
- SAST: Checkmarx, Veracode
- DAST: Burp Suite
- SCA: Snyk, Black Duck
- CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions
- Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and service mesh security
- Certifications: CISSP, CSSLP
CISM or CCSP
Experience with Zero Trust and identity-first security
Key Skills
DevSecOps Transformation
Secure Software Architecture
Regulatory Compliance (CMMC, NIST, ISO)
Application Security & Threat Modeling
Software Supply Chain Security (SBOM, SLSA)
Cloud & Container Security
Executive Communication & Strategy
The annual salary range for California is $164,500 to $305,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
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