Blockchain Security Expert Intern - AI Track
CertiK is a leading blockchain and Web3 security auditor that provides smart contract auditing and a comprehensive suite of security tools for the crypto industry. Founded in late 2017 by professors from Columbia University and Yale University, CertiK has grown into the largest Web3 security service provider with headquarters in New York. The company’s services help blockchain projects, exchanges, and enterprises strengthen their security, and CertiK is trusted by major industry players worldwide (e.g. Binance, OKX, Polygon, etc.) to audit and monitor their systems.
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About CertiK
CertiK specializes in blockchain cybersecurity, leveraging formal verification techniques and AI technology to secure smart contracts and blockchain protocols across the Web3 ecosystem. The company offers end-to-end security solutions including smart contract and blockchain audits, on-chain monitoring (through its Skynet platform), penetration testing, compliance/AML tools, and advisory services, covering the entire project lifecycle from development to post-deployment. One of the fastest-growing firms in the crypto security sector, CertiK has served nearly 4,000 clients and helped secure over $360 billion worth of digital assets by detecting tens of thousands of vulnerabilities in code. Its clients range from DeFi protocols and layer-1 blockchains to exchanges and wallets – notable examples include projects like Aave, Polygon, Binance Smart Chain, Terra, and more. Backed by top investors such as Sequoia Capital, Tiger Global, Coatue, and Goldman Sachs, CertiK has established itself as a market leader in blockchain security. The company’s mission is to “secure the Web3 world,” applying cutting-edge academic research to real-world blockchain applications to improve safety and trust in the crypto ecosystem.
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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