Security Engineer (Junior / Mid Level), Security

Security Engineer

Ejara is actively seeking entry or mid-level applicant to work as Security Engineer. The individual will be involved in testing applications for our exciting, high-profile security projects that focus on the security of our mobile app, services, etc.

He/She will be responsible for performing vulnerability assessments using best-of-breed tools and techniques, researching various security and privacy topics as they apply to mobile, working with our customers to remediate security issues, and much more!

The Role

• Utilize hacking and pentesting techniques to target our mobile app, web services, etc.
• Perform code audits, dynamic scans and API security analysis on our mobile application and services endpoints.
• Examine transmitted and stored data for personally identifiable information (PII).
• Convey technical topics to various audiences, including developers, customer service, etc.
• Develop automation or tooling to aid in inspecting network traffic logs from application testing sessions to identify anomalous or suspicious activity initiated by mobile applications.
• Demonstrate a resourceful and creative approach to solving technical and procedural problems.

Requirements

• Experience conducting application or network security assessments, security research, reverse engineering, or mobile development.
• Experience conducting network traffic captures / packet captures (PCAP), including familiarity with proxies such as OWASP ZAP, mitmproxy, Charles, Fiddler, Burp Suite, etc.
• Workable knowledge of command line interfaces or scripting tools.
• Solid understanding of communication protocols and web requests, including POST, GET, headers, user agents, request parameters, cookies, etc.
• Familiar with iOS or Android operating systems.
• Experience developing in Node.js, Python, and Typescript.
• Ability to multi-task and context switch to work on multiple project requests in parallel.
• Must demonstrate a solid fundamental understanding of security.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Benefits

• Free blockchain training
• Free snacks, coffee and tea
• Nice location and nice office

This is a full time position at a startup based in Kumasi, Ghana or Remote. The work is demanding but very rewarding. We are a diverse team with people from Africa, Europe and the US.

About Us

At Ejara, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, skill and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

We are one of the fastest startups in Africa solving difficult problems. Our company is backed by world-class investors, including Anthemis and Coinshares.

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