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Guardian Web2 Security Engineer

Role

Guardian is seeking a Security Engineer to drive and oversee the execution of our Web2 security auditing division. You’ll lead infrastructure, frontend, and operational security reviews and play a key role in shaping our audit standards, tooling, and methodology. This is a high-impact, high-agency role that combines deep technical work with leadership and ownership.

We’re building our Web2 audit arm from the ground up—and you’ll be at the center of it. As a trusted security partner to top blockchain organizations, Guardian is expanding its scope to offer full-spectrum security coverage. We're looking for an experienced engineer to help define this new practice and scale it alongside the rest of our growing team.

Culture

At Guardian, we are dedicated to delivering unparalleled Smart Contract Security and cultivating a space where you can truly unleash your highest potential.

Here's how our "Culture First" approach manifests:

  • Culture fit: Beyond skill-level, a genuine alignment with our values is paramount. We only onboard individuals who truly resonate with our ethos and want to solve the problem of Smart Contract Security as much as we do.
  • Pushing Each Other: Guardian is where A players come to learn from each other, compete, and reach new heights together.
  • Championing The Team: At Guardian, nobody is bigger than the team — we all have each other’s back and understand that the best way to grow our own slice is to grow the whole pie.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and execute technical reviews for Web2 security audits, covering: Infrastructure (cloud, CI/CD, networking), Frontend Applications, and Operational Security.
  • Own technical scoping, audit execution, and delivery of Web2 engagements
  • Collaborate with Guardian's founders and audit leads to improve internal processes and tooling
  • Serve as a go-to expert for clients during technical deep dives and post-audit support

What We Look For In You

We believe in hiring not just based on credentials, but also on passion and drive. While we do have a set of criteria, we're open to candidates who showcase exceptional talent and drive.

For the Ideal Candidate:

    Experience:

    • Professional working experience in security engineering, DevSecOps, or similar roles.

      Skills:

      • Strong knowledge of modern web stacks, cloud infra (AWS/GCP), and security best practices.
      • Experience with threat modeling, risk assessments, and code/infrastructure reviews.
      • Experience performing operational security reviews for organizations.
      • Comfortable owning end-to-end audit delivery.
      • Hunger to learn and grow in your career, driven to achieve your highest potential.
      • Bonus: Experience in client-facing roles, crypto and startup experience.

      Traits:

      • Detail-oriented, meticulous.
      • Collaborative mindset, working well within a team and fostering a positive working environment.
      • Proactive in continuous learning, staying updated with the ever-evolving DeFi landscape.
      • Independent thinker, able to generate unique solutions and perspectives without guidance.

      Role Progression

      We believe in creating opportunities to satisfy the largest of ambitions. Show us your potential, and we'll provide you with the opportunities and resources to ascend at Guardian.

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      Salary

      • Competitive salary.
      • Additional profit sharing after 1 year at the company.

      Benefits

      Flexible Working Hours 💡 - Enjoy the freedom to work remotely and choose the hours that align with your productivity peaks.

      Team Retreats 🏝️ - Don’t just audit together, cultivate meaningful friendships that make fortifying the Web3 ecosystem a fulfilling experience with planned team retreats and get-togethers.

      Paid Time Off (PTO) ✈️ - High performance requires high quality rest. We offer unlimited PTO, the right candidate derives great passion and fulfillment from security research and can manage their time off responsibly.

      Research Weeks 🔬 - Take 10 research weeks a year to focus on whatever you’re interested in and effectively recover from engagement weeks.

      National Holidays 🗓️ - We observe 12 National Holidays, which can be seamlessly adapted into the national holidays in your country.

      No Useless Meetings 📞 - Collaborate with your team as you see fit, enjoy a wide open calendar with abundant focus time.

      Company Culture ❤️ - Our culture thrives on collaboration, inspiring performance, and innovation. We believe in empowering our team members, fostering a space for open dialogue, continuous learning, and mutual respect. Join us in building not just a business, but a community.

      Open Roles

      GSR-1 Security Researcher

      The GSR role is tailored to provide direct impact for the projects and institutions that Guardian serves. As a full-time security researcher, you will focus on what we do best, auditing.

      A GSR-1 Security Researcher is mostly autonomous when it comes to conducting manual analysis while benefiting from senior teammates for guidance.

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      GSR-2 Security Researcher

      The GSR role is tailored to provide direct impact for the projects and institutions that Guardian serves. As a full-time security researcher, you will focus on what we do best, auditing.

      The GSR role is tailored to provide direct impact for the projects and institutions that Guardian serves. As a full-time security researcher, you will focus on what we do best, auditing.
      A GSR-2 level Security Researcher is autonomous when it comes to conducting manual analysis, testing, and fuzzing for team engagements, while benefiting from the mentorship of senior team members. Driving a culture of excellence and teamwork, a GSR-2 level Security Researcher is pivotal in propelling the team's progress.

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      GSR-3 Security Researcher

      The GSR-3 role is tailored to provide direct impact for the Guardian team and the projects and institutions that Guardian serves. As a full-time security researcher, you will focus on mentoring other Guardians, and leading high impact reviews.

      Playing a central role in Guardian’s Solidity reviews, a level 3 Security Researcher not only ensures top-tier security reviews but also enables other security researchers to learn and grow. Driving a culture of excellence and teamwork, a level 3 Security Researcher is pivotal in propelling the team's progress.

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