Senior Security Architect – Hands-on Blockchain & AI

Kraken; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraken is seeking a skilled Senior Security Architect for its Security Labs to design, review, and verify robust security architectures. You will conduct security assessments and provide expertise on blockchain security practices while working closely with diverse teams across the organization.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in IT security, including application and infrastructure security, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an IT security expert, with a strong background in application security.
• Experience in security testing diverse applications.
• Experience with infrastructure security.
• Basic familiarity with security frameworks (OWASP, NIST, etc).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively remotely work with stakeholders across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Design, review & verify robust security architecture in a heterogeneous environment.
• Conduct thorough security assessments and audits of existing architectures, recommending practical improvements.
• Stay updated with latest (blockchain) security trends, threats and mitigation techniques.
• Provide expertise to our blockchain teams, ensuring secure operational practices.

Skills

IT security expertise

Application security background

Security testing experience

Infrastructure security knowledge

Familiarity with security frameworks (OWASP, NIST)

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Job description

Kraken is seeking a skilled Senior Security Architect for its Security Labs to design, review, and verify robust security architectures. You will conduct security assessments and provide expertise on blockchain security practices while working closely with diverse teams across the organization.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in IT security, including application and infrastructure security, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.