About this role
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
Position Information
Job Title: Security Manager
Location: San Jose, US
Reports To: Regional Director, Global Security Operations, US
Job Summary
The Security Manager position is a forward-leaning field operations leader in all physical security operations at our headquarters in San Jose, US. This role will serve as the point of contact for all matters related to physical security, risk management, incident response, and protective programs, ensuring Cadence’s people, facilities, and IP remain secure and resilient in the designated markets.
This is a critical position for a company operating at the forefront of semiconductor design,
AI acceleration, and global R&D expansion.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operational Excellence & Incident Response
- Oversee daily operational performance of guard force and reception vendor performance
- Ensure training compliance and documentation integrity
- Align operations with global security policies
- Coordinate closely with Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) to ensure real-time monitoring, rapid response, and high-quality escalation management in the market
- Conduct Physical Security Site Assessments for all facilities under their scope, and assist with other regional assessments, as needed.
- Support on-site events with recommended security practices
2. Vendor Governance & Accountability
- Support Regional Director in vendor management
- Conduct vendor performance reviews
- Implement corrective actions for service gaps
- Ensure contractual compliance3. Program Development & Execution
- Design and implement field security programs
- Lead SOP and training rollouts
- Track KPIs and deliverables
- Work with Global Security Intelligence on operational opportunities and improvement mechanisms
4. Budget & Financial Management
- Support budget planning and forecasting in designated markets
- Monitor expenditures and vendor invoices
- Track procurement and providing financial insights
5. Cross-Functional Engagement
- Work with global teams for standardization and localization
- Partner with IT, Legal, HR, Facility and other internal stakeholders and ensure ongoing engagement and alignment are in place
Qualifications & Experience
- 6+ years of progressively responsible security experience in corporate security, law enforcement, military, or intelligence roles
- Experience in security operations and vendor management
- Relevant incident management, crisis leadership, and stakeholder-influencing skills
- Robust written and verbal communication skills, with the maturity to engage internal and external stakeholders
Why This Role Matters
This position is a critical part of Global Security Operations team, sitting in the Head
Quarters of the company in San Jose, US. It provides the unique opportunity to:
- Manage security operations for one of Cadence’s most important regions
- Shape a global program that elevates security standards worldwide
- Play a major part in protecting critical semiconductor innovation that powers the world’s most sophisticated technology
The annual salary range for California is $91,000 to $169,000. 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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