
Description of the position
Blockchain Security Analyst
Stimulating. Motivating. Challenging.
Kudelski Security, a division of the Kudelski Group (SIX: KUD.S), is an innovative, independent Swiss provider of tailored cyber and media security solutions to enterprises and public sector institutions.
Our team of security experts delivers end-to-end consulting, technology, managed services, and threat intelligence to help organizations build and run successful security programs.
Our global reach and cyber solutions focus is reinforced by key international partnerships.
Kudelski Security is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne, Switzerland. For more information, please visit: www.kudelskisecurity.com
Reference : 12495
Publication Date : 29-04-2022
Blockchain Security Analyst
Location : Phoenix, United States
Mission
We are looking for an Blockchain Security Analyst with experience in blockchain technology who enjoys working with experts breaking new ground in cybersecurity. This role is focused on assessing new blockchain platforms and applications for clients, as well as identifying weaknesses in implementations, architectures, and protocols. As part of the Kudelski Blockchain Security Center, you will be client and community facing, working directly with development teams to mitigate their security risks in blockchain applications. You will also present at industry events, produce content that advances the industry, and innovate new attacks and intellectual property with your research teammates.
Kudelski Security, a respected blockchain security company, is often asked to consult on brand new algorithms, architectures, and software from major cryptocurrencies, exchanges, fortune 500 companies, and startups. Ideal candidates must be comfortable leveraging their experience to provide guidance to internal and external senior stakeholders on innovative blockchain and related technologies. The right candidate can collaborate with software developers on source code, as well as client and internal executives for requirements gathering.
Responsibilities
- Assess blockchain solutions that address client needs
- Collaborate with internal development teams and external development partners on the security of products that address industry gaps
- Review source code and architecture of blockchain implementations for security issues
- Develop threat models against customer code / designs / infrastructures
- Deliver reports of findings where failures are indicated in customer designs or architectures
- Review customer code to confirm secure attestations
- Generate actionable findings from review activities
- Identify areas of interest for further research and development
- Scope and provide a level of effort estimation for blockchain services
- Represent Kudelski Security in public forums (blogs, conferences, journals) through original publications
- Review Smart Contracts for security flaws and gaps
- Mentor team members in your area of expertise
Requirements / Profile
- Proven experience in blockchain (such as published source code, blog posts, contribution to blockchain organizations)
- Degree in computer science, computer engineering, information security, or related field of study or experience
- Strong knowledge of programming languages with a preference toward C/C++, Rust, Python, or Go
- Familiarity with blockchain smart contract languages and common security weaknesses
- Strong understanding of security concepts and secure architectures
- Intermediate knowledge of cryptography and weaknesses in cryptographic implementations
- 3+ years of experience in software development, solution architecture, or related fields
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interface effectively with customers and internal stakeholders
- Preferred:
- Experience architecting blockchain solutions on multiple platforms
- Participates in blockchain organizations and foundations
- Experience conducting structured assessments, including those of products
- Presentation experience at well-known cybersecurity conferences
- Experience with patents and invention disclosure
Why you’ll love it here
If you are seeking a culture that supports growth, fosters success, and moves the industry forward, then Kudelski is where you need to be! Our rich and successful history with our clients is based on innovation and trust, serving clients of varying sizes and industries, including commercial, government and education. Kudelski remains committed to advocating Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion within our organization and throughout the industry.
With Kudelski, you can expect
- Immersion in an incredible culture and the vibe of a fast moving and growing organization full of opportunity.
- Opportunity to work with innovative, talented peers.
- Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects.
- Competitive compensation with a benefits package that protects you and your loved ones and allows you to pursue career growth with tuition reimbursement.
- Generous time off for rest, relaxation, and hobbies.
- Colleagues from across the globe who are interested in helping clients protect their companies so they can focus on fulfilling their mission.
Kudelski Security is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. EEO M / F / D / V
Reference : 12495
Publication Date : 29-04-2022