Investigator - Australia

The team of investigators at Chainalysis are world-class problem solvers adept at conducting complex cryptocurrency investigations. We help our customers with the biggest and most complex investigations and along the way, make the world a safer place.

Investigators are equal parts technical knowledge, tenacity, and intuition. As a Chainalysis Investigator you will measure your success by your impact on our customers’ mission and the execution and expansion of investigation support at our key customers.

In this role, you'll:

• Become a sought-after and trusted advisor to investigators, analysts, and leadership within your assigned account and provide training and guidance to other investigators and analysts

• Provide technical advice and investigative support for extremely difficult, complex, and highly sensitive investigations involving cryptocurrencies 

• Prepare in-depth summaries of data from extensive research and analysis to set forth recommendations for investigations, lead follow up, and potential risks that could hamper an investigation that could lead to meaningful results related to the customer’s mission

• Review the adequacy and completeness of investigations and the data collection methods to determine the authenticity, veracity, and pertinence of that data resulting in more thorough investigations

• Complete the Chainalysis Cryptocurrency Fundamentals Certification, Chainalysis Reactor Certification and the Chainalysis Investigations Specialist Course certification and be able to expertly navigate open-source blockchain analytic tools

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Proven expertise in investigative or analytical experience, preferably at a law enforcement, or government agency, blockchain data analytics software companies or within the financial services

• Insatiable curiosity about cryptocurrencies and the growing market

• Proficient in report writing skills/Ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize information into clear and concise reports

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in presenting data and findings

• In-depth understanding of the cyber threat landscape (ransomware actors/groups, enablers, techniques, capabilities)

• Extensive experience of collecting and analyzing information from a range of sources, in order to produce comprehensive intelligence reports

• A current permanent residence in Australia and able to obtain a security clearance if required

Nice to have experience:

• Extensive experience in a range of cryptocurrency investigations or blockchain technologies

• Experience with scripting languages(e.g., Python), and database query languages (e.g., SQL)

• Strong knowledge of data architecture and statistical analysis

• Bonus points if you are fluent in additional Asian languages.

About Chainalysis

Blockchain technology is powering a growing wave of innovation. Businesses and governments around the world are using blockchains to make banking more efficient, connect with their customers, and investigate criminal cases. As adoption of blockchain technology grows, more and more organizations seek access to all this ecosystem has to offer. That’s where Chainalysis comes in. We provide complete knowledge of what’s happening on blockchains through our data, services, and solutions. With Chainalysis, organizations can navigate blockchains safely and with confidence.

You belong here. 

At Chainalysis, we believe that diversity of experience and thought makes us stronger. With both customers and employees around the world, we are committed to ensuring our team reflects the unique communities around us. Some of the ways we’re ensuring we keep learning are an internal Diversity Committee, Days of Reflection throughout the year including International Women’s Day, Harvey Milk Day, World Humanitarian Day, and UN International Migrants Day, and a commitment to continue revisiting and reevaluating our diversity culture. 

We encourage applicants across any race, ethnicity, gender/gender expression, age, spirituality, ability, experience and more. If you need any accommodations to make our interview process more accessible to you due to a disability, don't hesitate to let us know. You can learn more here. We can’t wait to meet you.