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Senior QA Penetration Tester

Launch Legends Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States

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Salary: 500 compa

Posted Jan 6, 2026

Role & seniority: Senior QA Penetration Tester (part-time equity/cofounder)

Stack/tools: Nmap, Metasploit, vulnerability scanners; strong networking, firewalls, security concepts; familiarity with NIST, OWASP; blockchain/Web3 security testing (preferred)

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Conduct penetration tests across networks, systems, applications, and blockchain components; simulate attacks and identify weaknesses

  2. Document findings in detailed reports with actionable remediation and drive security improvements; ensure regulatory compliance in testing

  3. Collaborate with engineering to remediate vulnerabilities and integrate security testing into QA workflows

Must-have skills

  • 7+ years in penetration testing (network security)

  • Hands-on with Nmap, Metasploit, vulnerability scanners

  • Deep knowledge of networking, firewalls, NIST/OWASP

  • Relevant cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CEH, or equivalent)

  • Strong analytical and technical communication skills

Nice-to-haves

  • Automation and AI-driven security tooling

  • Blockchain/Web3 security testing (smart contracts, dApps, DeFi)

Location & work type

  • Part-time equity-based cofounder role; location not specified; potential for future salaried compensation after initial funding/vitals

  • Remote/work-organization flexibility likely; specifics not stated in the description

Full Description

Shape the Future of Blockchain—Bringing Business On-Chain

We’re offering a unique opportunity to join Launch Legends (and Autheo) as a part-time Equity Cofounder. Founded nearly four years ago, Launch Legends is at the forefront of bridging Web3 blockchain technology with the next evolution of Web2 integration—bringing businesses on-chain through enterprise-grade solutions, DePIN innovations, and decentralized financial infrastructure.

Our flagship project, Autheo, is an AI enabled Layer-Zero OS with an integrated Layer-1 blockchain and complete decentralized infrastructure thast includes decentralized compute, storage, identity, and service marketplaces, as well as a Full-stack development enveronment (DevHub)—engineered for scalable enterprise adoption, developer innovation, and real-world blockchain integration.

Our Projects

Autheo – www.autheo.com

Autheo Team - https: //www.autheo.com/teams

Launch Legends (Parent Company) – www.launchlegends.io

Twitter: https://x.com/Autheo_Network

About Autheo

With nearly 100 equity cofounders from leading companies and institutions—many with advanced degrees and PhDs—Autheo is solving the critical challenges blocking business adoption of blockchain technology.

Key Features

Enterprise-Grade Layer-1 Blockchain – High-speed, self-securing, and cost-efficient infrastructure built for scale.

Developer Hub & Application Marketplace – A decentralized platform where developers build, deploy, and monetize real-world apps.

Web2-Web3 Integration – Microservices, SDKs, and governance frameworks for seamless business migration.

Decentralized Cloud & Compute – Secure, privacy-preserving storage and AI-powered compute for next-gen applications.

DePIN Infrastructure – On-chain networks powering real-world infrastructure ownership and resource sharing.

Traction (Testnet Launch)

Wallet Accounts: 290,000+

Twitter Followers: 30,000+

Discord Members: 19,000+

Smart Contracts Deployed: 30,000+

Developers Registered for MVP DevHub: 7,500+

Compensation & Growth Path

This is a part time equity / token-based cofounder opportunity. You will receive equity in Launch Legends, Autheo, and the WFO Creator Network, along with token allocations in the Autheo blockchain. We have already completed an initial financing round to support infrastructure and marketing, and are currently in discussions with VCs and crypto investors to fund expansion and salaries. Salaried compensation is expected to begin within 4 to 5 months, following our node, token sales or funding.

Role: Senior QA Penetration Tester

We're building a world-class QA team to ensure excellence in our blockchain Layer-1/2 solutions, smart contracts, dApps, and decentralized infrastructure. As Penetration Tester, you'll proactively identify and exploit security vulnerabilities across systems, networks, applications, and blockchain-specific components, delivering actionable insights to strengthen our overall security posture in a high-stakes Web3 environment.

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrate expertise with best-in-class scanning and monitoring tools

Develop and execute penetration test scripts to scan, simulate attacks, identify, and exploit security weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications (including blockchain-relevant social engineering scenarios)

Execute test scripts and document findings in detailed reports with clear, actionable remediation recommendations

Drive regulatory compliance throughout security testing activities

Recommend improvements to security measures and controls to maintain cutting-edge protection

Collaborate on fixing identified vulnerabilities

First 30-Day Deliverables

Initial security assessment and scanning of priority systems and blockchain components

Execution of key penetration tests with documented findings and reports

Actionable remediation recommendations provided to engineering teams

Security testing processes integrated into ongoing QA workflows

Qualifications

Required

7+ years of penetration testing experience from a network security background

Strong hands-on expertise with tools such as Nmap, Metasploit, and vulnerability scanners

Deep knowledge of networking, firewalls, security concepts, NIST, OWASP

Proven ethical hacking skills with relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, or equivalent)

Strong analytical skills

Preferred

Strong knowledge of automation and AI-driven security tooling

Experience in blockchain/Web3 security testing (smart contracts, dApps, DeFi protocols)

Soft Skills

Ethical mindset with rigorous attention to detail and creative attack simulation

Clear technical communication for reporting vulnerabilities and remediation

Passion for proactive security in decentralized and high-value systems

If you're ready to secure the next generation of blockchain innovation, empower scalable Web3 adoption, and shape enterprise-grade decentralized solutions, we invite you to take the next step. Let’s build the future—together.Senior

🌐 🚀 WHY JOIN LAUNCH LEGENDS?

Traction with Momentum: Autheo is already gaining significant traction in the blockchain space, with rapid developer adoption, platform growth, and partnership interest.

Cross-Industry Impact; Autheo is positioned to transform not only the Web3 ecosystem—but also Web2 and the broader technology sector—by enabling real-world business adoption of decentralized infrastructure.

Real Innovation, Not Hype: Unlike many blockchain ventures, Autheo is focused on substance over speculation. We are building real solutions: modular fullstack infrastructure, enterprise-grade toolkits, decentralized identity, cloud, compute, and service orchestration.

Backed by Elite Talent: You’ll join a team composed of professionals from top-tier universities, Fortune 500 companies, and major blockchain platforms. Our team includes multiple PhDs and senior engineers who have launched and scaled world-class technologies.

If you're ready to redefine blockchain adoption, empower global business integration, and help shape the next generation of Web3 and developer ecosystems, we invite you to take the next step.

Let’s build the future—together.

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