CertiK
Senior Security Engineer
New York, New York · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$130k-$160kDetected 55 days ago
PythonJavaAWSGCPAzureCloud PlatformsCI/CDCybersecurityPenetration TestingIncident ResponseBusiness DevelopmentAuditingResearch
About the role
- 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.
Responsibilities
- All CertiK employees are expected to actively support diversity on their teams, and in the Company.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Security Informatics, or related field.
- Expertise in threat modeling/architectural risk assessment using structured methodologies (e.g., STRIDE/DREAD)
- Advanced knowledge of SSDLC, including static/dynamic analysis/QA practices & end-to-end vulnerability lifecycle management (tracking/remediation coordination/verification)
- Strong ability to conduct comprehensive security assessments across network infrastructure/application architecture/system configurations
- Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) & CI/CD deployment workflows
- Proficiency in Java/Python with applied skills in secure coding/debugging/symbolic execution & internal tooling/automation scripting
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Compensation
- Target annual salary compensation for this role performed is $130,000 to $160,000. The exact compensation at which this job is filled will be determined by the skills and experience of qualified candidates.
Company info
- Born from groundbreaking research at Columbia University and Yale University, CertiK is a leading Web3 security company focused on securing blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and decentralized applications through cutting-edge security research, formal verification, and AI-powered technology.
- Founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York City, CertiK provides end-to-end security solutions including smart contract audits, penetration testing, on-chain monitoring, incident response, and compliance services for some of the largest projects in the digital asset ecosystem.
- 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.
- About the Company
Equal opportunity
- equal opportunity employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
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