Lead Blockchain Security Specialist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health, retirement & insurance plans

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Blockchain Security Specialist to spearhead security initiatives for blockchain projects based in Benoni. You will lead a team of security professionals, set security standards, and ensure the integrity and safety of digital assets and platforms.

The role focuses on threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response within blockchain ecosystems, with collaboration across development teams to embed secure practices throughout the

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in cybersecurity with a focus on blockchain security and smart contract auditing.
• Proven leadership experience managing security teams or projects.
• Deep understanding of blockchain, cryptography, and common attack vectors.
• Proficiency with security tools and techniques for vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of blockchain security analysts and auditors.
• Develop and implement security strategies for blockchain platforms and applications.
• Conduct advanced security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability analysis of smart contracts and dApps.
• Oversee incident response activities and ensure rapid resolution of security breaches.
• Collaborate with development teams to embed security best practices across the development lifecycle in Benoni.

Skills

Blockchain security

Leadership

Penetration testing

Cryptography

Vulnerability assessment

Smart contract auditing

Communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Blockchain Security Specialist to spearhead security initiatives for their blockchain projects based in Benoni . You will lead a team of security professionals, responsible for identifying and mitigating risks across smart contracts, decentralized applications, and blockchain infrastructure. This role requires a proactive approach to threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response within the complex and evolving landscape of blockchain security. You will set the security standard and ensure the integrity and safety of our client's digital assets and platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of blockchain security analysts and auditors.
• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies for blockchain platforms and applications.
• Conduct advanced security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability analysis of smart contracts and dApps.
• Oversee incident response activities, ensuring rapid and effective resolution of security breaches.
• Collaborate with development teams to embed security best practices throughout the development lifecycle in Benoni .

Requirements

• Extensive experience in cybersecurity, with a specialization in blockchain security and smart contract auditing.
• Proven leadership experience managing security teams or projects.
• Deep understanding of blockchain technology, cryptography, and common attack vectors.
• Proficiency in security tools and techniques for vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication capabilities in Benoni .

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance plans.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership.
• Exposure to high-impact projects in the crypto and blockchain sector.
• A collaborative and security-conscious work environment.