Blockchain Security Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Learning resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Blockchain Security Engineer to join our remote-first team. You will safeguard blockchain platforms and applications, identify threats, and implement robust security measures to protect digital assets and user data.

You will conduct security assessments, develop tools, perform vulnerability testing, respond to incidents, and work with developers to embed security in the SDLC for crypto projects, staying current on evolving attack vectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a significant focus on blockchain security.
• Proficiency in analyzing smart contract code for vulnerabilities (e.g., reentrancy, integer overflow).
• Strong understanding of cryptography, network security, and common security exploits.
• Experience with security auditing tools and techniques specific to blockchain technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous security assessments of blockchain networks, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security tools and protocols to protect against cyber threats.
• Perform vulnerability analysis and penetration testing on existing and new blockchain infrastructure.
• Respond to security incidents, conduct forensic analysis, and implement remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with development teams to embed security best practices throughout the SDLC for crypto projects.
• Stay updated on the latest security vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques in the blockchain space.

Skills

Security analysis

Smart contract review

Cryptography

Network security

Security auditing tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Security auditing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Blockchain Security Engineer to join their remote-first team. You will play a critical role in safeguarding the integrity and security of their innovative blockchain platforms and applications. This position demands a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating potential threats within the rapidly evolving crypto landscape. You will work collaboratively with engineering and security teams to implement robust security measures and ensure the highest standards of protection for digital assets and user data, all while enjoying the benefits of a fully remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous security assessments of blockchain networks , smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security tools and protocols to protect against cyber threats.
• Perform vulnerability analysis and penetration testing on existing and new blockchain infrastructure.
• Respond to security incidents, conduct forensic analysis, and implement remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with development teams to embed security best practices throughout the SDLC for crypto projects .
• Stay updated on the latest security vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques in the blockchain space.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a significant focus on blockchain security .
• Proficiency in analyzing smart contract code for vulnerabilities (e.g., reentrancy, integer overflow).
• Strong understanding of cryptography, network security, and common security exploits.
• Experience with security auditing tools and techniques specific to blockchain technologies .
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work opportunity with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Significant budget for professional development, certifications, and learning resources.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge blockchain security challenges and shape the future of crypto safety.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.