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CertiK

Remote (USA)

Public Facing Security Researcher

Posted today

Level
Senior
Experience
3+ years
Work style
Remote
Full-time
Area
Offensive security

At a glance

The role in plain English

This role is for a Web3 security researcher who represents CertiK to the public. It suits those with technical expertise in blockchain security and experience engaging with the wider community. Day-to-day work includes speaking at conferences, participating in interviews, supporting product feedback, and collaborating with internal teams. The position is remote within the USA and is suitable for generalists with a strong public presence.

What you'll do

  • Represent CertiK at conferences and public events
  • Engage with the security community on social media
  • Collaborate with internal teams on Web3 security projects
  • Participate in interviews about Web3 security topics
  • Support marketing and feedback collection for CertiK products

What they're looking for

Essential

  • 3+ years Web3 experience
  • Strong social media presence
  • Experience speaking at conferences or large audiences
  • Technical skills in Web3 security

Nice to have

  • Large social media following
  • Experience as a public face of an organisation

Core skills

  • Web3 security
  • Public speaking
  • Social media
  • Blockchain
  • Smart contracts
  • Penetration testing

The shape of the job

Technical depth

3/5

FoundationalSpecialist

Pace

3/5

SteadyFast-moving

Ownership

4/5

GuidedSelf-directed

Teamwork

4/5

Heads-downHighly collaborative

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  1. 01Describe a time you explained a complex security issue to a non-technical audience.
  2. 02How do you build and maintain a professional social media presence?
  3. 03What is your approach to preparing for a conference presentation?
  4. 04How do you stay updated on the latest Web3 security threats?

About CertiK

CertiK is a Web3 security company providing security solutions for blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.

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About the Company

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 This Role

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. This doesn't mean you have to have tens of thousands of followers on X, but you do need to be comfortable interacting with the general public. The specific type of security researcher is flexible - contract/chain auditors, pen testers, engineers, and multi-talented individuals can apply. This is a great role for a generalist.

Responsibilities

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

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

Large number of social media followers.

Previous experience being the public face of an organization.

Compensation

Additional Information

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