CertiK is hiring a Public Facing Security Researcher in Blockchain Security Engineering — US / Remote. The overview below is synthesized from the employer posting on jobs.lever.co: factual requirements and scope are preserved, but prose is rewritten with editorial context. Verify details and apply via the employer link.
About the Company
Company context from the listing:
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 compli
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 This Role
Company context from the listing:
This role is for a Web3 security researcher who can act as a public face for CertiK. This means having a strong social media presence, speaking at conferences, and being openly helpful to the wider security community.
About the Company
Company context from the listing:
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 compli
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 This Role
Company context from the listing:
This role is for a Web3 security researcher who can act as a public face for CertiK. This means having a strong social media presence, speaking at conferences, and being openly helpful to the wider security community.
Responsibilities
Day-to-day scope for the Public Facing Security Researcher as described in the posting:
- Work closely with the Web3 Task Force Team to create stronger connections to the blockchain ecosystem.
- Speak at conferences about your area of expertise on behalf of CertiK.
- Complete interviews about various Web3 security topics.
- Perform tasks cross-functionally among the various teams at CertiK.
- Support the marketing and feedback collection of CertiK’s products and services.
Requirements
Experience and skills the team lists as required:
- 3+ years of experience in the Web3 space.
- Strong social media presence and high visibility.
- Experience speaking at conferences or in front of large audiences.
- Strong technical skills in the areas of web3 security or related fields.
Bonus Points
Additional experience noted as a plus:
- Large number of social media followers.
- Previous experience being the public face of an organization.