Associate Cybercrime Investigator
Role in brief
Chainalysis Government Solutions seeks an Associate Cybercrime Investigator to support complex cryptocurrency investigations for U.S. government clients. This role involves analyzing blockchain data, authoring reports, and presenting findings on illicit activities. Candidates with a background in financial crime investigations, intelligence analysis, or forensic experience in related fields, and a passion for blockchain technology, should apply.
About the role
This role focuses on supporting intricate cryptocurrency investigations for U.S. government clients. The investigator will provide analytical and investigative assistance for sensitive cases involving blockchain technologies and crypto-based crime. This includes conducting research, analyzing data, and producing investigative reports, ensuring the thoroughness and accuracy of findings.
The position requires collaboration with internal teams and external customers to understand and address investigative needs. A key aspect of the work involves assessing the completeness of investigations and the reliability of data collection methods to ensure authentic and relevant information is used. The goal is to generate insights into illicit activity trends in cryptocurrency and their impact on customers.
Success in this role means becoming proficient in using Chainalysis tools and data to identify and analyze illicit activities on blockchains. The investigator will be instrumental in helping government clients navigate the complexities of cryptocurrency crime, contributing to the company's mission of fostering trust in blockchain technology through expert analysis and reporting.
The salary for this full-time Associate Cybercrime Investigator role ranges from $85,000 to $95,000 annually.
Skills that matter here
- cybersecurity: A degree in cybersecurity or a similar field provides foundational knowledge for investigating digital financial crimes.
- cybercrime: A degree in cybercrime or a similar field is directly relevant to understanding the nature of illicit activities in cryptocurrency.
- intelligence analysis: Experience in intelligence analysis is highly desired for supporting complex investigations and producing analytical assessments.
- forensic accounting: A degree in forensic accounting or similar provides skills for examining financial data in investigations.
- data analytics: A degree in data analytics or a similar field supports the research and data analysis required for investigations.
- open-source research: Experience with open-source research using public and private databases is highly desired for gathering investigative intelligence.
Who this role suits
- A person with a background in financial crime investigations within federal government, law enforcement, or financial services.
- Someone who is meticulous in reviewing data and investigative methods to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- An individual who is passionate about blockchain and cryptocurrency technology and eager to become an expert in its illicit uses.
- A candidate who thrives in a collaborative environment and can effectively present complex findings to team members and customers.
From the employer
In this role, you will:
- Collaborate with team members and across Chainalysis to support complex cryptocurrency investigations
- Provide investigative and analytic support for technical and highly sensitive investigations and initiatives pertaining to blockchain technologies and cryptocurrency-based crime
- Conduct research and data analysis, author investigative reports, and present those findings to team members and customers
- Review the adequacy and completeness of investigations and the data collection methods to determine the authenticity, accuracy, and relevance of that data–resulting in more thorough investigations and analytic assessments
- Evangelize the Chainalysis mission of bringing trust to blockchains, becoming an expert in using our tools and data to generate insights on illicit activity trends in crypto and their impact on our customers.
We’re looking for candidates who have:
- A degree in cybersecurity, cybercrime, intelligence, criminal justice, forensic accounting, data analytics, or similar
- Previous work experience conducting complex financial crime investigations for federal government, intelligence analysis or law enforcement investigations, financial services or cryptocurrency companies, or equivalent forensic experience related to darkweb, counterterrorism, or technical analysis is highly desired
- Experience conducting open-source research utilizing public and private databases highly desired
- Interest in and/or passion for blockchain/cryptocurrency technology.
Nice-to-have qualities and skills:
- Previous professional or personal experience in the DeFi space
- Working knowledge of (or proficiency in) SQL and Python
- Certification in Chainalysis Reactor (CRC and CEIC).
This position is ineligible for visa sponsorship. The Investigator filling this role must be available to be present at a customer site up to five days per week in Atlanta, Georgia.
Due to the nature of the work performed, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Questions about this role
What is the remote work policy for this position?
This is a remote position, but the investigator must be available to be present at a customer site in Atlanta, Georgia, up to five days per week.
What is the required level of experience for this role?
The role is for an Associate level, and candidates should have previous work experience in complex financial crime investigations for government or financial sectors, or equivalent forensic experience.
How can I apply for this position?
The application process is not detailed in the provided information, but interested candidates should typically apply through the company's career portal.