Blockchain Risk Control Analyst

Unchain Data; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bybit in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Blockchain Risk Control Analyst/Researcher to advance AI-augmented threat intelligence and post-quantum cryptographic security. The ideal candidate will combine blockchain forensics expertise with machine learning for anomaly detection and awareness of quantum threats to current cryptographic foundations across blockchain ecosystems.

You will collaborate with researchers and internal teams, publish findings, and engage with academia to translate frontier

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Blockchain security, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and JavaScript for blockchain analytics.
• Experience applying ML/AI to blockchain data analysis, fraud detection, or threat intelligence.
• Strong publication record in top industry or academic venues is valued.
• Experience with blockchain monitoring/forensic tools and analytics platforms.
• Familiarity with NIST PQC standards and lattice/hash-based cryptography is a plus.
• Understanding of quantum computing threats to elliptic curve cryptography and key management in Web3.
• Security or risk control experience is a plus.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• English is essential; Mandarin proficiency is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Leveraging LLM techniques to develop next-generation on-chain risk identification and threat intelligence systems.
• Leading forensic investigations on real crypto theft, fraud, and market manipulation cases.
• Researching post-quantum cryptographic algorithms and their implications for blockchain security.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders for incident response.
• Engaging with academic institutions to translate frontier research into deployable tools.

Skills

SQL

Python

JavaScript

Blockchain analytics

Machine learning for blockchain

Communication and collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Master's or PhD in Blockchain security / CS / DS

Tools

Blockchain monitoring tools

Forensic analytics platforms

Job description

About Us

Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the worlds leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. Powered by world-class technology and a user-first mindset, Bybit delivers a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3 - connecting users to the future of digital finance. Our core values define how we build. We listen, care and improve to create products and experiences that put users first. Backed by a global team of ambitious builders, problem-solvers, and innovators, we foster a high-performance and fast-moving environment where talent is empowered to drive real impact at the global scale. Supported by 24/7 multilingual customer service and a strong commitment to innovation, we are shaping the future of finance through technology, collaboration, and bold execution. Today, Bybit is recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry, continuing to expand its global presence while building the infrastructure for the next generation of financial services.

Job Brief

We are expanding our focus to cover AI-augmented threat intelligence and post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) security. The ideal candidate will combine deep blockchain forensics expertise with working knowledge of machine learning techniques for anomaly detection, and awareness of quantum computing threats to current cryptographic foundations (ECDSA, RSA) used across blockchain ecosystems. We value candidates who can bridge academia and industry and build collaborative relationships with research institutions to accelerate the adoption of emerging cryptographic and AI-driven techniques within the company.

Main Responsibilities of a Blockchain Risk Control Analyst/Researcher

• Leveraging LLM techniques to drive the development of next-generation on-chain risk identification and threat intelligence systems, including autonomous agent workflows capable of continuous monitoring, self-triggered investigation, and automated operational responses - reducing manual intervention across the full risk lifecycle from detection to resolution;


• Leading forensic investigations on real crypto theft, fraud, and market manipulation cases, integrating AI-assisted pattern recognition to accelerate root cause analysis;


• Researching post-quantum cryptographic algorithms (NIST PQC: ML-KEM, ML-DSA, SLH-DSA, FALCON) and their implications for blockchain security; assessing quantum computing threats to existing cryptographic foundations (ECDSA secp256k1, hash functions) and evaluating migration paths;


• Partnering with internal teams and external stakeholders for incident response, and engaging with academic institutions to translate frontier research into deployable security tools;

Key Requirements

• You have a Master's or PhD's degree in Blockchain security, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.


• You are good at programming languages commonly used in blockchain analytics (e.g., SQL, Python, Javascript)


• Experience applying machine learning or AI techniques to blockchain data analysis, fraud detection, or threat intelligence


• A strong publication record in top-level industry or academic conferences is highly valued.


• You have experience with blockchain monitoring/forensic tools and analytics platforms.


• Familiarity with NIST PQC standards (ML-KEM, ML-DSA, SLH-DSA, FALCON) and lattice/hash-based cryptography fundamentals is a plus;


• Understanding of quantum computing threats to elliptic curve cryptography and implications for key management in Web3;


• You have security or risk control experience as a plus.


• You possess effective communication and collaboration abilities.


• English is essential, and proficiency in Mandarin can be an advantage.

Why Join Us

• Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning.


• Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation.


• Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongside colleagues from around the world.


• Career Advancement: Access opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding global company.


• Internal Mobility: Grow with us- Your long-term development is important to us. We offer internal job opportunities to help build your career path.