Cryptocurrency Investigator

Cryptocurrency Investigator

We're supporting a high-impact national security program at the forefront of cryptocurrency tracing and financial intelligence.

This is a rare opportunity to work on real-world investigations, applying blockchain analytics to uncover illicit financial networks, rather than purely building dashboards or tooling.

The Role

🔒 Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph is required

You’ll work within a specialist team focused on:

• Tracing cryptocurrency transactions and asset flows
• Investigating illicit finance, darknet activity, and laundering methods
• Analysing complex datasets to identify non-obvious patterns and targets
• Supporting intelligence and operational outcomes tied to national security

This role sits at the intersection of crypto, cyber, and financial investigations, with a strong emphasis on hands-on analysis.

Why This Role?

• Work on mission-critical investigations with real-world impact
• Move beyond tools into true intelligence-led analysis
• Join a highly specialised team tackling evolving crypto threats
• Strong compensation and long-term program stability

What They’re Looking For

• Experience in cryptocurrency investigations, financial intelligence, or banking/fintech
• Strong understanding of:
  • Blockchain fundamentals (wallets, transactions, nodes)
  • Crypto ecosystems (exchanges, OTC, payment providers)
• Familiarity with tools such as Chainalysis, TRM Labs, CipherTrace (or similar)
• Ability to work with data and conduct deep-dive analytical research

Highly Desirable

• Experience tracing wallets, IPs, and transaction flows
• Knowledge of crypto laundering techniques (mixers, bridges, peel chains, etc.)
• Understanding of DeFi, mining, and blockchain protocols
• Exposure to darknet markets or high-risk financial ecosystems

Location & Compensation

• Location: 5-days on site in DC area
• Compensation: $200k-$220k DOE with quarterly bonuses and great benefits

If this looks like a job you are interested in please reach out - we are actively reviewing candidates!

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