Lead Blockchain Security Architect

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Blockchain Security Analyst to spearhead security initiatives for blockchain operations in Richards Bay. You will safeguard digital assets, identify vulnerabilities in smart contracts and networks, and develop robust security protocols.

You will lead a team, implement cutting-edge security solutions, and ensure the integrity and trustworthiness of our client's decentralized platforms in a fast-growing crypto landscape.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in cybersecurity with blockchain focus.
• Experience auditing blockchain protocols and smart contracts.
• Strong Solidity and secure coding practices.
• Experience with security analysis tools and threat modeling.
• Leadership experience managing a security team.
• Bachelor's or Master's in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead security audits and pen tests of smart contracts and blockchain infrastructure.
• Develop proactive security measures and incident response plans for blockchain systems.
• Analyze threats and vulnerabilities in the blockchain ecosystem and provide mitigations.
• Lead and mentor a team of security analysts.
• Collaborate with development teams to embed security in the SDLC.
• Stay current with security research, tools, and techniques relevant to blockchain technology.

Skills

Blockchain security

Smart contract auditing

Secure coding (Solidity)

Threat modeling

Security leadership

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Cybersecurity/CS

Tools

Static/Dynamic analysis tools

Cryptographic techniques

Penetration testing tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Blockchain Security Analyst to spearhead security initiatives for blockchain operations in Richards Bay. You will safeguard digital assets, identify vulnerabilities in smart contracts and networks, and develop robust security protocols.

You will lead a team, implement cutting-edge security solutions, and ensure the integrity and trustworthiness of our client's decentralized platforms in a fast-growing crypto landscape.