Blockchain Security Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Security-focused projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Blockchain Security Engineer to safeguard our blockchain infrastructure and decentralized applications. You will identify vulnerabilities, implement robust security measures, and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of our ecosystem.

Join a hybrid team at the frontier of security and technology, contributing to trust and resilience across platforms in Pretoria while collaborating with development teams on secure SDLC practices.

Qualifications

• Proven cybersecurity expertise with a focus on blockchain security.
• Strong understanding of smart contract security principles and vulnerabilities.
• Experience with security tools and techniques for blockchain environments.
• Knowledge of cryptography, network security, and secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and code audits of smart contracts and blockchain applications.
• Develop and implement security protocols and best practices for blockchain networks.
• Monitor blockchain networks for suspicious activity and respond to security incidents promptly.
• Research and stay updated on the latest blockchain security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security measures throughout the software development lifecycle.

Skills

Blockchain security

Smart contract security

Cybersecurity

Security tools

Cryptography

Network security

Secure coding

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly vigilant Blockchain Security Engineer to join their innovative team in Pretoria . This role is critical in safeguarding our blockchain infrastructure and decentralized applications against emerging threats. You will be responsible for identifying vulnerabilities, implementing robust security measures, and ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of our blockchain ecosystem. This is an excellent opportunity to work at the intersection of security and cutting-edge technology within a hybrid work environment, contributing to the trustworthiness and resilience of our platform in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and code audits of smart contracts and blockchain applications.
• Develop and implement security protocols and best practices for blockchain networks.
• Monitor blockchain networks for suspicious activity and respond to security incidents promptly.
• Research and stay updated on the latest blockchain security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security measures throughout the software development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Proven experience in cybersecurity, with a specialization in blockchain security.
• Strong understanding of smart contract security principles and common vulnerabilities.
• Experience with security tools and techniques for blockchain environments.
• Knowledge of cryptography, network security, and secure coding practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting and contribute to security strategy discussions in Pretoria .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities to work with advanced security technologies and methodologies.
• Professional development and training in cutting-edge security fields.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements supporting work-life balance in Pretoria .