Blockchain Security Expert Intern - AI Track
CertiK secures Web3 projects by providing blockchain security audits, formal verification, and AI-powered monitoring services.
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About CertiK
CertiK helps blockchain developers secure Web3 projects by providing comprehensive security audits, formal verification, and AI-powered monitoring. Users can audit smart contracts, monitor on-chain activity, and ensure regulatory compliance. CertiK combines academic research with enterprise-grade security solutions.
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About the Role
You will pioneer the development of an intelligent AI agent powered by large language models to enhance security audit tools. You will design, fine-tune, and integrate LLM driven agents that automatically analyze smart contracts and identify potential vulnerabilities. You will conduct research and experimentation to improve threat detection and risk assessment and translate research into practical scalable security auditing solutions.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a PhD in Artificial Intelligence Computer Science or a related field with emphasis on machine learning natural language processing and/or cybersecurity
- Deep understanding of LLM architectures such as transformers and hands-on experience training or fine-tuning models
- Proficiency in Python and experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Familiarity with blockchain technology and smart contract development (preferred)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the blockchain security team to design and implement LLM based AI agents for security audit tools
- Experiment with novel AI techniques to enhance threat detection and risk assessment in blockchain environments
- Transform research on AI agents into practical scalable security auditing solutions
- Research emerging trends in LLMs AI agent architectures and cybersecurity and propose improvements
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- HSA with high deductible plan
- FSA
- Flexible paid time off and holidays
- Variable commission program for business development sales roles
