CyberSecurity Customer Assessment Analyst

Requisition #: 16385 

Ansys is now a part of Synopsys. Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) accelerates technology innovation from silicon to systems. Catalyzing the era of pervasive intelligence, we deliver design solutions, from electronic design automation to silicon IP, to system design and multiphysics simulation and analysis. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow. Learn more at www.synopsys.com.

Summary / Role Purpose

As our Customer Assessment Analyst, you will work closely with Cybersecurity peers, Information Technology, multiple Business Units and Ansys customers to ensure that customer security requirements are met.  In addition, you will help to develop new processes and procedures to streamline our customer assessment process, reduce time to completion and identify trends regarding customer security requests to ensure that Ansys is providing necessary controls to safeguard customer data.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond to customer assessments in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and customers to understand the request(s)
• Work closely with team members to ensure that the security needs of Ansys customers are met
• Utilize processes and knowledge management procedures to enable Ansys to quickly answer customer inquiries
• Partner with a wide range of stakeholders within Ansys to understand their products and processes to ensure accurate responses regarding data security
• Provide input and contribute materials to assist various business units when interacting with customers regarding cybersecurity issues
• Contribute to on-going efforts around building an increasingly automated and streamlined customer assessment response process
• Apply knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001
• Review and assess customer cybersecurity contracts to ensure compliance and mitigate risk

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements and Experience

• Experience in risk management, vendor assessments, and audit procedures related to cybersecurity
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001
• Familiarity with all cybersecurity risk domains
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects effectively, as well as provide a positive customer experience
• Proven hands-on experience with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) in a professional setting
• Associate degree or higher
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity or a related field  
• Strong proficiency in written and verbal communication in English, equivalent to C2 level, with at least three years of work experience in an English-speaking environment
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment, managing deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• SANS Certification or other cybersecurity certifications
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
• Experience with cybersecurity risk management tools and platforms
• Previous experience reviewing and negotiating contracts

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 Ansys, part of Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.