Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst, Crypto

TRM Labs
Richmond, United States of America
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Richmond, United States of America

Tech stack

Databases
Open Source Intelligence
Blockchain
Cyber Threat Analysis
Cybercrime

Job description

The threats TRMs analysts work to disrupt arent abstract - they fund violence, enable exploitation, and undermine global security. As a Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst, Crypto , you will drive TRMs collection, analysis, and reporting on the actors and networks behind these harms, applying threat intelligence tradecraft to identify, track, and expose adversaries operating in the crypto ecosystem. Responsibilities Develop novel collection strategies and analytic methodologies to surface threat actor activity that isnt visible through conventional tooling or open databases Conduct proactive threat hunting across on-chain and off-chain data sources to identify emerging illicit networks before theyre widely known Track, analyze, and report on threat actors, campaigns, and illicit networks operating in the crypto ecosystem Identify and assess adversary TTPs, infrastructure, and behavior to support detection and attribution efforts Leverage OSINT and other intelligence methods to uncover hidden threats and generate actionable insights Produce high-quality intelligence that reaches law enforcement and government partners worldwide Collaborate with data, engineering, and product teams to enhance TRMs intelligence capabilities Be a leading voice on the illicit use of crypto and blockchain technologies

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to develop original hypotheses and pursue non-obvious investigative threads - not just working known leads, but finding the leads others miss Comfort operating in ambiguous, low-signal environments where the analytic path forward has to be constructed, not followed A track record of producing original findings - not just synthesizing existing reporting, but generating net-new intelligence Proven experience in threat intelligence, cyber intelligence, or national security intelligence roles (this is not an entry-level position) Working knowledge of blockchain and cryptocurrency - including how transactions work, on-chain tracing concepts, and the role of crypto in financial crime (e.g., ransomware, sanctions evasion, darknet markets) Experience tracking threat actors, cybercrime groups, or nation-state activity Ability to analyze threat actor TTPs, infrastructure, and behavior Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to produce clear, actionable intelligence reports with high intelligence tradecraft standards Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with technical and non-technical stakeholders Ownership mindset with the ability to operate in fast-paced and ambiguous environments Hands-on experience with blockchain analysis tools (e.g., Chainalysis Reactor, TRM, Elliptic) or formal cryptocurrency investigation experience Relevant certifications (e.g., GIAC, CEH, Chainalysis Reactor Certification) or background in cybersecurity, intelligence, or investigations Ability to conduct research in another language (please specify in your application)

About the company

TRM Labs provides blockchain analytics and AI solutions to help law enforcement and national security agencies, financial institutions, and cryptocurrency businesses detect, investigate, and disrupt crypto-related fraud and financial crime. TRM's blockchain intelligence and AI platforms include solutions to trace the source and destination of funds, identify illicit activity, build cases, and construct an operating picture of threats. TRM is trusted by leading agencies and businesses worldwide who rely on TRM to enable a safer, more secure world for all.

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