Analyst I, Certification

LegitScript; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Generous paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

LegitScript is seeking an Analyst to accurately analyze and classify certification applicants using open-source intelligence and proprietary tools. You will identify potential risks, summarize findings, and provide reports to support certification decisions.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and communicate clearly with clients and teammates, while maintaining strict deadlines and high accuracy.

Qualifications

• Analyst role focusing on open-source intelligence and risk assessment.
• Ability to synthesize findings into clear reports under deadlines.
• Comfort working with large datasets and varying levels of ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, assess, and classify certification applicants using OSINT and proprietary tools.
• Summarize analysis findings in concise written reporting.
• Submit reports within established deadlines and standards.
• Conduct online background investigations and compliance reviews.
• Monitor billing and payment status and escalate when needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Data analysis

Excel & Google Sheets

Independent worker

Tech-savvy

English proficiency

Job description

At LegitScript, we are passionate about making the internet and payment ecosystems safer and more transparent. We help companies of all sizes keep their services legal and safe for consumers. To do this, LegitScript combines big data with the world’s leading team of experts skilled in highly regulated and complex sectors, including transaction laundering detection, pharmaceuticals, online gambling, and more.

The result? Unmatched accuracy and deep risk analysis that identifies which commercial entities play by the rules, and which do not. Our diverse industry partnerships provide unique insights that keep businesses and governments at the forefront of emerging trends. That’s why LegitScript is trusted by the world's largest search engines, internet platforms, payment companies, and regulatory agencies.

Overview:

The Analyst is responsible for the accurate analysis and classification of assigned websites, products, and/or merchants. They use open-source intelligence, proprietary tools, and industry best practices to identify potential areas of risk or non-compliance. By identifying potentially risky, illegal, or otherwise violative activities, the Analyst contributes directly to LegitScript’s mission of making the internet and payment ecosystems safer and more transparent. They work in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable balancing competing priorities and delivering their work within deadlines.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze, assess, and/or classify certification applicants by using open-source intelligence, proprietary tools, and industry best practices, and leveraging contextual data
• Understand and utilize the various tools and resources necessary to perform regular program tasks.
• Make quick, accurate analytical decisions based on information that is, at times, ambiguous
• Summarize analysis findings in clear, concise written reporting
• Submit reports, adhering to your program’s reporting standards, within strict deadlines
• Escalate questions to appropriate colleagues using sound judgment
• Assist with other projects and tasks when assigned to do so by the Manager
• Assist in the maintenance of program documentation as directed by Senior Analysts and the Manager
• Exhibit a growth mindset by being open to feedback, embracing change as an opportunity
• Conduct online background investigations of applicants, review their website content for problematic products and policies, and conduct compliance reviews to determine applicants’ eligibility for LegitScript certification
• Regularly communicate with client(s), in coordination with Manager, via email, phone, or video conference as needed
• Monitor billing and payment status, escalating internally when appropriate

What You'll Bring:

• Ability to work in a dynamic market with a continuous improvement mindset
• Comfortable accepting feedback for overall growth
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to use good judgment and make sound independent decisions
• Experience with large data sets (Excel and Google Sheets)
• Fantastic attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to use good judgment and make sound independent decisions
• Self-motivated, independent, resourceful, and curious
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Tech-savvy
• Well-developed ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write English

In addition to competitive salaries, full-time employees enjoy a great benefits package:

• 401k with company match and immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off package and 11 paid holidays
• And much more!

We succeed together, care deeply, stay curious, and inspire trust — and we look for those qualities in the people we hire. LegitScript offers competitive compensation, flexible work options, and a team that’s genuinely invested in your success.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. We cannot support international remote work.

23.22 - 23.22 USD per hour (Remote (United States))