Blockchain Security Analyst

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Remote work (flexible hours)

Professional development

Remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Blockchain Security Analyst to join our fully remote security team. You will monitor blockchain networks, identify threats, and ensure the security of our decentralized systems and digital assets.

The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of blockchain vulnerabilities, cryptography, and smart contract security, with strong incident response and forensic analysis skills to safeguard the ecosystem in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cybersecurity analysis with a focus on blockchain technology.
• Strong understanding of blockchain architecture, cryptography, and smart contract security.
• Experience with security monitoring tools and incident response procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor blockchain networks and smart contracts for breaches.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and protocol pentests.
• Analyze threat intelligence and mitigation strategies.
• Respond to incidents, perform forensic analysis, and advise actions.
• Develop security documentation and guidelines.
• Collaborate with engineering to implement security improvements.

Skills

Blockchain security

Incident response

Threat analysis

Cryptography

Vulnerability assessment

Tools

Security monitoring tools

Forensic analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Blockchain Security Analyst to join their fully remote security team. You will play a crucial role in monitoring blockchain networks, identifying potential threats, and ensuring the security and integrity of our decentralized systems and digital assets. This position requires a sharp analytical mind, a deep understanding of blockchain vulnerabilities, and the ability to respond effectively to security incidents. If you are passionate about safeguarding the blockchain ecosystem and thrive in a remote-first collaborative environment, this role is ideal.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor blockchain networks and smart contracts for security breaches and suspicious activities.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on blockchain protocols.
• Analyze threat intelligence and develop strategies to mitigate emerging risks.
• Respond to security incidents, perform forensic analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain security documentation and best practice guidelines.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement security enhancements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in cybersecurity analysis, with a focus on blockchain technology.
• Strong understanding of blockchain architecture, cryptography, and smart contract security.
• Familiarity with common blockchain vulnerabilities and attack vectors.
• Experience with security monitoring tools and incident response procedures.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to work on critical security initiatives in the blockchain space.
• Access to professional development and security training resources.
• A supportive and innovative remote team culture.