Blockchain Security Specialist

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Upington-based role

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Blockchain Security Specialist to protect blockchain networks, smart contracts, and dApps in a fast-evolving crypto landscape. You will identify vulnerabilities, develop robust security strategies, and respond to threats as part of a dedicated team.

The role requires strong cryptographic knowledge, smart contract security expertise, and incident response skills, with on-site collaboration across development teams to bake security into the SDLC.

Qualifications

• Experience in distributed ledger security and cybersecurity roles.
• Strong cryptographic knowledge and smart contract security.
• Experience with blockchain security analysis tools.
• Ability to assess risks of digital assets and blockchain technologies.
• Strong analytical and incident response skills.
• Bachelor's degree in CS or cybersecurity or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security audits and penetration testing of blockchain platforms and smart contracts.
• Identify and mitigate security risks in decentralized applications (dApps).
• Develop and implement security best practices for wallets, exchanges, and related infrastructure.
• Monitor network activity for suspicious behavior and incidents.
• Stay current with emerging threats and security trends in blockchain.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security in the software development lifecycle.

Skills

Security audits

Penetration testing

Smart contract security

Cryptography

Incident response

Threat modelling

Risk assessment

Blockchain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Security analysis tools

Threat intelligence tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Blockchain Security Specialist to join their dedicated team in Upington . This critical role focuses on ensuring the security and integrity of blockchain networks, smart contracts, and decentralized applications. You will be responsible for identifying vulnerabilities, developing robust security strategies, and responding to potential threats within the rapidly evolving crypto and blockchain landscape. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and a passion for safeguarding decentralized systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct security audits and penetration testing of blockchain platforms and smart contracts.
• Identify and mitigate security risks and vulnerabilities in decentralized applications (dApps).
• Develop and implement security best practices for cryptocurrency wallets, exchanges, and related infrastructure.
• Monitor network activity for suspicious behavior and potential security breaches, responding effectively to incidents.
• Stay current with emerging threats, attack vectors, and security trends in the blockchain space.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security considerations throughout the software development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Blockchain Security Specialist or in a related cybersecurity role with a focus on distributed ledger technology.
• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, smart contract security, and common attack vectors.
• Experience with security analysis tools and techniques relevant to blockchain environments.
• Proficiency in identifying and assessing risks associated with digital assets and blockchain technologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and incident response skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact security challenges in the crypto and blockchain industry.
• Professional growth and development opportunities in a specialized field.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment in Upington .
• Contribute to building a more secure decentralized future.