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Job description
CertiK is hiring a Senior Security Engineer — a full-time, based in New York, NY role ($130k–$163k). Apply directly on CertiK's careers page below.
Senior Security Engineer
Team: Security Engineering
Location: New York, New York
Commitment: Full-time
Workplace Type: onsite
Today, CertiK supports thousands of enterprise clients and Web3 projects globally, with a distributed international team spanning North America, Asia, and Europe. The company is backed by leading investors including Coatue, Goldman Sachs, Insight Partners, and Sequoia Capital, and has been recognized by organizations such as the World Economic Forum and CB Insights for its contributions to blockchain security innovation.
The primary responsibility of this role is for CertiK’s security-related services. Intersecting cybersecurity and blockchain, CertiK’s security offerings include security consulting, security reviews, security auditing of smart contracts and blockchains, verification of smart contracts, penetration testing, and more. We are looking to hire someone with a passion for application security and penetration testing. This is a fun and challenging full-time position. If you are excited about hacking, threat modeling, scanning, auditing, designing, and enhancing the security of applications across the board then you will thrive in this role. While you work with clients, we will also provide you with plenty of opportunities to get involved with research and development efforts to help us raise the standards of blockchain security.
Responsibilities
- Work with external blockchain developers to audit codes & secure products (smart contracts, protocols & apps/Dapps).
- Establish/enforce security policies, manage security vulnerabilities, respond to incidents/exploits & write analysis reports.
- Monitor security breaches, defend systems from cyberattacks & provide technical consulting services in cybersecurity.
- Conduct penetration tests on web/mobile (Android & iOS) & client application, perform external/internal network security assessment.
- Review source code/security design, conduct threat modeling & provide guidance to software development teams.
- Contribute to internal security tools & create new ones for improving security services with best engineering practices.
- Use static/dynamic analyses to identify flaws or vulnerabilities in smart contracts & propose recommendations.
- Assess sandbox/VM/network/core distributed-system code, identify vulnerabilities & build PoC exploits.
- Conduct security research, publish findings in technical blog posts & speak at conferences/tech talks/X Spaces, showcasing technical expertise/insights.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Security Informatics/Cybersecurity or a related field.
- In-depth knowledge of solidity/smart contract security/Cryptography/Blockchain technology.
- Technical expertise in Web3 security, threat/vulnerability management, penetration testing & security review for programs written in Java/JavaScript/Python/C/C++/PHP/Go.
- Familiar with cloud platforms such as AWS/Azure/GCP & proficient in Python/JavaScript.
Target annual salary compensation for this role performed is $130,000 to $163,000. The exact compensation at which this job is filled will be determined by the skills and experience of qualified candidates.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Senior Security Engineer at CertiK?
The estimated salary range for Senior Security Engineer at CertiK is $130,000 - $163,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Senior Security Engineer at CertiK?
The required skills for Senior Security Engineer at CertiK include: Solidity, Java, JavaScript, Python, C, C++, PHP, Go, AWS, Azure, GCP.
What is the seniority level for Senior Security Engineer at CertiK?
Senior Security Engineer at CertiK is a Senior level position.
How do I apply for Senior Security Engineer at CertiK?
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