Head of Infrastructure Security, Matter Labs

• A deep passion for advancing privacy, freedom, and security
• Strong fundamentals in infrastructure and protocol security
• Experience leading or managing technical security teams
• Proven ability to work across cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, and cryptographic protocol layers
• Hands-on experience with threat modeling, penetration testing, intrusion detection, and forensics
• Familiarity with languages such as Rust, C++, or Golang - Rust is preferred, but not required
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, open-source, decentralised tech environment
• Fluent written and spoken English

Desirable

• We are looking for a deeply experienced and driven security leader to join as Head of Infrastructure Security - a role that bridges traditional infrastructure security with protocol-level cryptographic assurance
• You will own and drive security across both our cloud-native and on-chain systems, working closely with protocol engineers, DevOps, and product teams to ensure we remain secure at every layer
• You’ll also be responsible for building and mentoring a world-class security team, and ensuring strong, scalable security practices across the organization
• Lead security strategy and execution across both infrastructure and protocol layers
• Drive secure implementation verification of cryptographic protocols, including hands-on review and testing
• Partner closely with engineering, DevOps, and protocol teams to improve security posture
• Conduct deep threat modeling, design reviews, and architecture assessments
• Build and manage a high-performing security team
• Oversee vulnerability management, detection, and incident response
• Set and maintain robust engineering and security processes
• Educate and mentor the broader team on secure development practices