Sr. Security Engineer (Penetration Testing)

9 months

In short

CertiK is hiring a Sr. Security Engineer specializing in penetration testing. The role involves conducting security assessments, penetration tests, code and cloud reviews, and developing pentest reports. Requires 4+ years experience and blockchain knowledge.

Where
Remote Β· United States
Pay
Not stated. Typically $150k - $200k
Level
Senior-level Β· Full-time
Certik
Certik
  • Backed by Coatue

Secures blockchain protocols and smart contracts through audits and AI-powered monitoring.

1 open role

Responsibilities

  • Perform security assessments on web, mobile, thick client applications, and browser extensions
  • Conduct external and internal network penetration tests
  • Perform security source code reviews
  • Perform cloud security reviews
  • Develop comprehensive pentest reports for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Research and develop innovative techniques, tools, and methodologies for pentesting applications in the blockchain space
  • Contribute to the community by developing tools, presentations, and blog posts

Requirements

  • Passionate about cryptocurrency, DeFi, and blockchain, with a willingness to learn Web3 technologies such as smart contracts
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in application security and penetration testing
  • Experienced in source code review for different languages, with a strong understanding of JavaScript and TypeScript
  • Experienced in mobile application penetration testing
  • Familiar with cloud platforms and their security risks, such as AWS, Azure, and GCP
  • Experience in programming with scripting languages such as Python and Bash
  • Solid understanding of cryptography
  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or Information Security
  • Strong spoken and written communication skills

Bonus Points

  • Experienced in pentesting Web3 applications such as crypto exchanges, wallets, Dapps, and key custodian solutions
  • Experienced in smart contract security audits
  • Familiar with browser extension architecture and security risks
  • Actively participate in the blockchain security community
  • OSCP, OSWE, OSCE, GWAPT, or comparable certification
  • Participated in bug bounty programs and audit contests
  • Published security-related blog posts and spoken at security conferences and/or local meetups

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