Lead Crypto Security Analyst

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

State-of-the-art tools

Security-focused culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Lead Crypto Security Analyst to head security initiatives in George, Western Cape. You will lead a team safeguarding digital assets, develop robust strategies, and ensure system integrity across a fast-growing crypto landscape.

This role requires guiding incident response, threat modeling, and security operations while collaborating with Dev and Ops to embed best practices.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience with blockchain/crypto security.
• Proven experience leading security teams and operations.
• Deep knowledge of cryptographic principles and network security.
• Experience with threat detection and analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of blockchain protocols and security implications.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security strategies for blockchain networks and digital assets.
• Lead threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and pentesting efforts.
• Oversee incident response planning and execution for security breaches.
• Mentor a team of security analysts and engineers.
• Stay updated on security threats in the crypto space.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to embed security best practices.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Blockchain security

Team leadership

Threat detection

Cryptography

Secure coding

Security operations

Tools

Security monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Lead Crypto Security Analyst to head their security initiatives in George . In this critical role, you will be responsible for safeguarding digital assets and infrastructure against evolving threats within the Crypto & Blockchain landscape. You will lead a team of security professionals, develop robust security strategies, and ensure the integrity and resilience of our systems. This is a pivotal position for a security expert looking to make a substantial impact and drive security excellence in a rapidly growing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies for blockchain networks and digital assets.
• Lead threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing efforts.
• Oversee incident response planning and execution for security breaches.
• Manage and mentor a team of security analysts and engineers.
• Stay abreast of the latest security threats and vulnerabilities in the cryptocurrency space.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to embed security best practices.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a significant portion focused on blockchain and cryptocurrency security.
• Proven experience leading security teams and managing security operations.
• In-depth knowledge of cryptographic principles, network security, and secure coding practices.
• Experience with security tools and technologies for threat detection and analysis.
• Strong understanding of various blockchain protocols and their security implications.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to articulate complex security issues to diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the security posture of a leading firm in George .
• Access to state-of-the-art security tools and technologies.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment focused on innovation and security.