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Security

Security is fundamental to JobHunter07. We're committed to protecting user data, maintaining platform integrity, and operating transparently. This document outlines our security practices and how you can help keep the platform secure.

Security Principles​

  1. Defense in Depth: Multiple layers of security controls
  2. Least Privilege: Minimal access rights for users and systems
  3. Transparency: Open about security practices and incidents
  4. Community Involvement: Responsible disclosure and bug bounties
  5. Privacy by Design: Security and privacy built in from the start

Application Security​

Authentication​

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

  • Optional but strongly recommended
  • TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password) support
  • SMS and email backup methods
  • Recovery codes for account recovery

Password Security

  • Minimum 12 characters required
  • Complexity requirements (uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols)
  • Hashed with bcrypt (cost factor 12+)
  • Common password blacklist
  • Secure password reset flow

Session Management

  • JWT access tokens (15-minute expiration)
  • Refresh tokens with rotation
  • httpOnly, secure, SameSite cookies
  • Session invalidation on logout
  • Concurrent session limits

OAuth Integration

  • Support for Google, GitHub, LinkedIn
  • Scope minimization
  • Token storage security
  • Regular credential rotation

Authorization​

Access Control

  • Role-based access control (RBAC)
  • Resource-level permissions
  • Ownership validation
  • Principle of least privilege

API Security

  • Authentication required for all endpoints (except public docs)
  • Rate limiting per user and IP
  • Input validation and sanitization
  • Output encoding to prevent XSS

Data Protection​

Encryption

  • In Transit: TLS 1.3 for all connections
  • At Rest: Database-level encryption (AES-256)
  • Sensitive Fields: Additional application-level encryption for PII

Data Handling

  • Input validation using schemas (Zod)
  • Parameterized queries (prevent SQL injection)
  • Content Security Policy headers
  • CORS configuration

Privacy Controls

  • User-controlled privacy settings
  • Data minimization
  • Anonymization for analytics
  • Right to deletion (GDPR compliance)

Infrastructure Security​

Network Security​

Firewalls

  • Ingress rules limiting public access
  • Egress rules for outbound traffic
  • Private subnets for databases
  • VPC isolation

DDoS Protection

  • CloudFlare protection
  • Rate limiting at multiple layers
  • Automatic traffic filtering
  • Capacity planning for traffic spikes

Server Security​

Hardening

  • Minimal base images (Docker)
  • Regular security patches
  • Disabled unnecessary services
  • Restricted SSH access (key-based only)

Monitoring

  • Intrusion detection systems
  • File integrity monitoring
  • Log aggregation and analysis
  • Alerting on suspicious activity

Container Security​

Docker Best Practices

  • Non-root user in containers
  • Minimal images (Alpine, distroless)
  • Vulnerability scanning (Trivy, Snyk)
  • Signed images
  • Resource limits

Kubernetes Security (if applicable)

  • Network policies
  • Pod security standards
  • Secrets management (sealed secrets)
  • RBAC for cluster access

Database Security​

PostgreSQL​

Access Control

  • Strong password policies
  • Limited user permissions
  • Connection encryption (SSL)
  • Network isolation (private subnet)

Data Protection

  • Encrypted at rest
  • Automated backups (encrypted)
  • Point-in-time recovery
  • Backup retention policy (30 days)

Monitoring

  • Query logging for suspicious activity
  • Performance monitoring
  • Failed login tracking
  • Regular security audits

Secrets Management​

Development​

  • .env files (gitignored)
  • Example files with placeholders
  • Local-only secrets

Production​

  • Environment variables
  • Secrets manager (AWS Secrets Manager, Vault)
  • Rotation policies
  • Audit logging

API Keys​

  • Scoped permissions
  • Regular rotation
  • Monitoring usage
  • Revocation procedures

Code Security​

Development Practices​

Secure Coding

  • Input validation everywhere
  • Output encoding
  • Avoid common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
  • Security-focused code reviews

Dependency Management

  • Automated dependency updates (Dependabot)
  • Vulnerability scanning (Snyk, npm audit)
  • License compliance checking
  • Minimal dependencies

Static Analysis

  • ESLint security rules
  • TypeScript strict mode
  • CodeQL analysis
  • SonarQube scanning

Version Control​

GitHub Security

  • Branch protection rules
  • Required code reviews
  • Signed commits (recommended)
  • No secrets in code (Gitleaks scanning)

Access Management

  • Two-factor authentication required
  • Minimal repository permissions
  • Regular access reviews
  • On/offboarding procedures

Security Testing​

Automated Testing​

CI/CD Pipeline

  • Dependency vulnerability scanning
  • Static code analysis
  • Secret detection
  • Container image scanning

Continuous Monitoring

  • Real-time error tracking (Sentry)
  • Performance monitoring
  • Log analysis
  • Anomaly detection

Manual Testing​

Penetration Testing

  • Annual third-party pen tests
  • Internal security assessments
  • Red team exercises
  • Vulnerability remediation

Code Review

  • Security-focused review checklist
  • Threat modeling for new features
  • Peer review required
  • Security team approval for sensitive changes

Incident Response​

Preparation​

Incident Response Plan

  • Defined roles and responsibilities
  • Communication protocols
  • Escalation procedures
  • Runbooks for common scenarios

Security Team

  • Dedicated security contact
  • On-call rotation
  • Training and drills
  • External partners (security firms)

Detection​

Monitoring

  • 24/7 automated monitoring
  • Alerting on security events
  • Log correlation and analysis
  • Threat intelligence feeds

Indicators of Compromise

  • Failed login spikes
  • Unusual traffic patterns
  • Data exfiltration attempts
  • Unauthorized access

Response​

Process

  1. Contain: Isolate affected systems
  2. Investigate: Determine scope and impact
  3. Remediate: Fix vulnerability, restore service
  4. Communicate: Notify affected users
  5. Learn: Post-incident review

Communication

  • Timely notification to affected users
  • Transparency about what happened
  • Clear steps for users to protect themselves
  • Public incident reports (when appropriate)

Recovery​

Restoration

  • Service restoration procedures
  • Data recovery from backups
  • Verification of system integrity
  • Gradual traffic ramp-up

Post-Incident

  • Root cause analysis
  • Remediation tracking
  • Process improvements
  • Knowledge sharing

Compliance & Standards​

Regulations​

GDPR (EU)

  • Data protection by design
  • User consent management
  • Right to access, deletion, portability
  • Data breach notification (72 hours)

CCPA (California)

  • Privacy policy transparency
  • Right to know, delete, opt-out
  • Non-discrimination
  • Annual compliance reporting

SOC 2 (Future Goal)

  • Security and availability controls
  • Third-party audit
  • Trust service criteria compliance

Security Standards​

Best Practices

  • OWASP Top 10 awareness
  • CWE/SANS Top 25
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • ISO 27001 principles

Responsible Disclosure​

We welcome security researchers to help keep JobHunter07 secure.

Reporting Vulnerabilities​

How to Report

  1. Email: security@jobhunter07.com
  2. PGP Key: (available on security page)
  3. Include:
    • Description of vulnerability
    • Steps to reproduce
    • Potential impact
    • Your contact information

What NOT to Do

  • Don't publicly disclose before we've addressed it
  • Don't exploit vulnerability beyond proof-of-concept
  • Don't access user data
  • Don't perform DoS attacks

Response Timeline​

  • Acknowledgment: Within 24 hours
  • Initial Assessment: Within 3 business days
  • Status Updates: Weekly during investigation
  • Resolution Timeline: Varies by severity (see below)

Severity Levels​

SeverityResponse TimeExamples
Critical24 hoursRCE, authentication bypass, data breach
High7 daysXSS, CSRF, privilege escalation
Medium30 daysInformation disclosure, moderate impact
Low90 daysMinor issues, limited impact

Bug Bounty Program​

We reward security researchers for finding and responsibly disclosing vulnerabilities.

Scope​

In Scope

  • jobhunter07.com (web application)
  • api.jobhunter07.com (API)
  • Mobile apps (when released)
  • Open source repositories

Out of Scope

  • Third-party services we use
  • Social engineering
  • Physical security
  • DoS attacks

Rewards​

Bounties range from $100 to $5,000 based on:

  • Severity of vulnerability
  • Quality of report
  • Demonstration of impact
  • Responsible disclosure

Payout Examples

  • Critical: $2,000 - $5,000
  • High: $500 - $2,000
  • Medium: $200 - $500
  • Low: $100 - $200

Recognition​

  • Hall of Fame on security page
  • Public acknowledgment (if desired)
  • Governance tokens
  • Exclusive JobHunter07 swag

Security Roadmap​

Current Focus (Q1 2026)​

  • ✅ TLS/HTTPS everywhere
  • ✅ Dependency scanning automation
  • ✅ Penetration testing
  • 🔄 Security audit (in progress)
  • 🔄 Bug bounty program launch

Upcoming (Q2-Q3 2026)​

  • SOC 2 Type 1 certification
  • Advanced threat detection
  • Security awareness training
  • Red team exercises
  • Expanded bug bounty program

Future​

  • SOC 2 Type 2 certification
  • ISO 27001 certification
  • Advanced DDoS protection
  • Blockchain-based audit logs

User Security Tips​

Protect Your Account​

  1. Use Strong Password: Unique, 12+ characters
  2. Enable MFA: Add extra layer of security
  3. Keep Software Updated: Browser, OS, extensions
  4. Beware Phishing: Verify emails from JobHunter07
  5. Use HTTPS: Ensure connection is encrypted
  6. Review Activity: Check account activity regularly

Privacy Best Practices​

  1. Review Privacy Settings: Control what you share
  2. Limit Profile Visibility: Share only what's necessary
  3. Be Cautious with Employers: Vet before sharing data
  4. Use Strong Recovery Options: Secure email and phone
  5. Regular Data Exports: Keep backup of your data

Reporting Security Issues​

If you notice:

  • Suspicious account activity
  • Phishing attempts
  • Security vulnerabilities
  • Data breaches

Report to: security@jobhunter07.com

Security FAQ​

Q: Is my data encrypted?
A: Yes. Data is encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256).

Q: Do you sell my data?
A: No, never. We will never sell your data to third parties.

Q: What happens if there's a breach?
A: We'll notify affected users within 72 hours and provide guidance.

Q: Can I export my data?
A: Yes, anytime from your account settings.

Q: How long do you retain data?
A: While your account is active. Deleted within 30 days of account deletion.

Q: Who has access to my data?
A: Only authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis. All access is logged.

Contact​

Security is everyone's responsibility. Thank you for helping keep JobHunter07 safe for all users.