Blockchain Investigator, Financial Crimes, US
Core
Execute advanced on-chain investigations to identify, assess, and disrupt illicit network typologies within the cryptocurrency ecosystem, supporting global MLRO teams and US BSA Officer.
Role type
Senior IC blockchain investigator (financial crimes)
Builds
SAR filings, interdiction controls, transaction monitoring rules, and risk insights for North America clients
Domain
Cryptocurrency / Financial Crimes / Regulatory Compliance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
on-chain forensics, blockchain analytics, illicit network mapping, sanctions compliance, transaction monitoring, digital asset risk assessment, law enforcement liaison, training delivery
Preferred skills
Chainalysis/TRM Labs/Elliptic certifications, professional compliance certifications
Technologies
Chainalysis, TRM Labs, Elliptic
Responsibilities
Proactively identify exposure to illicit typologies (sanctions evasion, money laundering, scams); Document and map complex illicit networks and trace funds using blockchain analytics tools; Provide investigative support to global MLROs; Evaluate wallet addresses for blacklisting decisions; Review transaction monitoring controls; Review digital asset listings for risk insights; Liaise with law enforcement and support FinCEN processes; Train team members on blockchain investigatory techniques
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC