Security Engineer Intern (Web3)

TL;DR

Security Engineer Intern (Web3): Contributing to a high-impact project to mature security controls and operational processes that govern hirify.global-owned/managed digital and fiat assets with an accent on defining baseline security configurations and operational procedures. Focus on developing dashboards for tracking adherence and defining alert processes for high-risk events.

Location: Hybrid, based in CA (California, USA), with 10+ days in-office per month.

Salary: $48—$53.50 USD per hour.

Company

hirify.global is building a world where value moves like information does today through crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments, and developers.

What you will do

• Define baseline security configurations and operational procedures to secure high-value digital asset solutions and transactions.
• Develop a dashboard that pulls in key details via APIs and other methods to track and visualize adherence to configurations and processes.
• Define a process to alert relevant personnel about high-risk events that require remediation.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Graduate or PhD degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Available to work for 12 weeks during Summer 2026, beginning in May or June.
• Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship.
• Strong proven interest and passion in crypto, blockchain, and Web3.
• Experience in at least one programming language and the technical ability to build lightweight dashboards that pull information via APIs or scripts.
• Hands-on experience setting up, configuring, and securing a variety of software digital asset exchange and wallet solutions.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to build in a fast-paced startup environment with experienced industry leaders.
• Professional development budget to support learning and growth.
• Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity packages.
• Comprehensive benefits covering physical and mental healthcare, retirement, and family support.
• Generous R&R days, wellness reimbursement, and flexible vacation policy.
• Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens, and various team bonding activities.