Forta Engineer

Build Next-Gen Threat Detection for Blockchain Defense

We're looking for a Forta Engineer to join our team onsite in Chantilly, VA, supporting a groundbreaking initiative under the Air Force's Enterprise IT as a Service (EITaaS) Wave 1 program. This role focuses on bringing advanced, real-time threat detection to secure and classified environments through the use of the Forta network - a decentralized platform for monitoring blockchain activity.

You'll be at the intersection of cybersecurity, Web3, and national defense, helping proactively identify and mitigate risks to digital infrastructure operating in highly secure environments.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and develop custom detection bots for the Forta network
• Write threat detection logic using TypeScript, Node.js, or Python
• Analyze smart contract behavior and transaction patterns to identify suspicious activity
• Maintain bot infrastructure and ensure high performance with minimal false positives
• Collaborate with Forta's core team and community to improve detection strategies
• Integrate Forta alerts with incident response tools and internal dashboards
• Continuously refine bots based on evolving threats and detection trends
• Stay informed on emerging vulnerabilities, blockchain exploits, and zero-day threats
• Work alongside smart contract developers, security researchers, and response teams

What You Bring

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering, cybersecurity, or blockchain development
• Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript and/or Python
• Comfortable analyzing EVM smart contracts and understanding Ethereum transactions
• Familiarity with Forta architecture, agent development, and deployment workflows
• Strong grasp of common blockchain security risks (e.g., MEV, reentrancy, flash loan exploits)
• Ability to read and audit Solidity-based contracts
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal
• Holds DoD 8140 compliance and CompTIA Security+ (or higher)
• Active Secret Clearance required

Bonus Skills That Make You Stand Out

• Contributions to the Forta network (open-source bots, bounty work, or community support)
• Experience with blockchain data indexing tools like The Graph, Alchemy, or Ethers.js
• Participation in bug bounty programs, CTFs, or Web3 security communities
• Familiarity with Web3 security tools (e.g., Slither, Foundry, MythX)
• Exposure to non-EVM platforms or Layer 2 solutions (e.g., Solana, Arbitrum, Optimism)

Why This Role Matters

This isn't just engineering - it's mission-driven development for secure, real-time monitoring of decentralized systems in classified environments. You'll be part of a forward-leaning team working on national defense priorities while applying cutting-edge blockchain detection strategies. If you're passionate about proactive security and enjoy working where innovation meets impact, this is a powerful opportunity to contribute.