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Cyber Security Engineer - Harbour and Hills
Security Engineer
Lead the design and enhancement of security controls for a fast‑growing cryptocurrency platform, focusing on wallet, exchange, smart contract, and cloud infrastructure protection using Python, Node.js, AWS, and advanced cryptographic techniques.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and implement robust security controls across wallets, exchanges, smart contracts, and cloud environments.
- Conduct offensive and defensive security assessments, including penetration testing and threat modeling.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security best practices into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows.
- Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and automate security monitoring using Python and Node.js.
- Stay current with emerging crypto‑security threats and regulatory requirements, advising product teams on risk mitigation.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as a Cyber Security Engineer in the cryptocurrency or fintech space.
- Deep knowledge of cryptographic primitives, smart contract security, and blockchain architecture.
- Proficiency with AWS security services (IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, Security Hub) and container security.
- Strong scripting skills in Python and Node.js for automation and tooling.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor junior security staff.
Skills
pythonnodejsawscryptographysmart contractspenetration testing