Remote Security Engineer - Noble

Blockchain Works; New York (NY); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled cybersecurity expert to enhance the security of its blockchain products. In this role, you will monitor performance and reliability while developing robust security policies and procedures. Collaborating with engineering teams, you will conduct regular audits and vulnerability assessments, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Your expertise in decentralized finance and experience with cloud infrastructure will be vital in architecting secure systems. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ Jahre Erfahrung in Cybersecurity-Rollen mit Fokus auf Sicherheitsverfahren.
• Kenntnisse in Kryptografie und verteilten Systemen sind erforderlich.

Responsibilities

• Überwachung der Leistung und Zuverlässigkeit der Blockchain aus Sicherheits-Perspektive.
• Entwicklung und Pflege von Sicherheitsrichtlinien und Best Practices.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Python

Golang

Cryptography

Risk Analysis

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

Tools

Terraform

AWS

Google Cloud

Job description

Responsibilities

• Monitor the performance and reliability Noble’s blockchain and all of our products from a security perspective
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and best practices
• Triage all bug reports from both asset and ecosystem partners alongside the Developer Relations Manager
• Conduct simulations to stress-test Noble products under various market conditions and attack scenarios
• Work closely with the Product and Engineering teams to ensure robust security measures for all new developments on Noble’s blockchain
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments of all assets and systems, and manage real-time monitoring systems to detect unusual activities and potential exploits
• Work with third party auditors on a weekly basis to ensure there is complete auditability of the Noble blockchain
• Design and maintain secure key management systems for various asset types, including but not limited to RWAs, native tokens, and stablecoins. Work with third-party custodian providers like Fireblocks to ensure proper key management systems and signing processes
• Improve and maintain an incident response plan and develop mitigation strategies for identified risks
• Ensure all security measures comply with regulations and industry standards for both crypto and traditional institutions
• Implement safeguards to protect Noble against common crypto exploits, including but not limited to, MEV like sandwich attacks, flash loans, etc.
• Maintain secure mechanisms for liquidity provision and withdrawal and implement safeguards against impermanent loss and other liquidity risks
• Architect, implement, and maintain complex cloud infrastructure using tools like Terraform, with expertise in major cloud platforms including AWS and Google Cloud, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-effectiveness of multi-cloud environments
• Scope out and recommend a bug bounty program for Noble using industry leading service providers (i.e. HackerOne)

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity-related roles, including experience developing and implementing security procedures and processes
• Coding proficiency in Python and Golang
• Experience in cryptography, distributed systems, and risk analysis software and tooling
• Have a working knowledge of key security components of the Cosmos stack (CometBFT, Cosmos SDK, and IBC)
• Deep understanding of decentralized finance (DeFi), including trading and lending.
• High-level understanding of off and on-chain asset systems, from bank deposits to mint allowances
• Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in spoken and written English