Senior Blockchain Security Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Professional development allowance

Security conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Blockchain Security Engineer to join a fully remote team and secure blockchain infrastructure, protocols, and dApps. You will conduct rigorous security assessments and develop proactive protection measures.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in information security, with 3+ years in blockchain security, plus strong cryptography and Python scripting skills for automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, or related field.
• 6+ years in information security with 3+ years in blockchain security.
• Deep understanding of blockchain architecture, cryptography, and attack vectors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security audits and penetration tests on blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and dApps.
• Identify vulnerabilities and design mitigation strategies.
• Develop security frameworks, policies, and procedures for blockchain operations.
• Monitor networks for suspicious activity and respond to incidents.
• Develop secure coding guidelines and train development teams.

Skills

Blockchain security

Penetration testing

Security auditing

Python scripting

Cryptography

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science

Tools

Smart contract audit tools

Static/dynamic analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and security-conscious Senior Blockchain Security Engineer to join their elite, fully remote team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of our client's blockchain infrastructure, protocols, and decentralized applications. You will play a vital part in identifying and mitigating potential threats, conducting rigorous security assessments, and developing proactive security measures. This position is ideal for a security expert passionate about the Crypto & Blockchain space who wants to contribute to a secure and trustworthy decentralized future, all while working remotely from any location.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive security audits and penetration tests on blockchain protocols , smart contracts, and dApps.
• Identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks within the blockchain ecosystem and develop mitigation strategies.
• Design and implement robust security frameworks, policies, and procedures for blockchain development and operations.
• Monitor blockchain networks for suspicious activities and respond promptly to security incidents.
• Develop secure coding guidelines and provide security training to development teams.
• Research emerging security threats and vulnerabilities in the blockchain space and implement preventative measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in information security, with a minimum of 3 years focused on blockchain security .
• Deep understanding of blockchain architecture, cryptography, smart contract security, and common attack vectors.
• Proficiency in security auditing tools, static/dynamic analysis, and vulnerability assessment techniques.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for security automation and analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Excellent salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Allowance for professional development, certifications, and security conferences.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful security projects in the forefront of the Crypto & Blockchain industry.