Blockchain Intelligence Analyst: Transnational Crime

TRM Labs; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

TRM Labs is seeking a Blockchain Intelligence Analyst to independently lead complex investigations, tracing illicit activity across multiple blockchains and attribution networks. You will synthesize on-chain and off-chain signals into clear, defensible intelligence for government and private-sector audiences.

The role emphasizes high autonomy, rigorous tradecraft, and collaboration with law enforcement partners to disrupt organized crime and illicit finance at scale.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in blockchain intelligence or related fields.
• Proficient in tracing funds across blockchains and laundering methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication for government/industry audiences.
• Ability to independently run complex investigations with high judgment.
• Experience with AI tools to accelerate research and evaluate outputs.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end blockchain investigations from seed indicators to full attribution.
• Produce finished intelligence for investigative and partner audiences.
• Trace illicit proceeds across blockchains and on/off-chain signals.
• Correlate on-chain activity with OSINT and off-chain data.
• Own workstreams from discovery to written production with auditable outputs.
• Build relationships with law enforcement partners and maintain credibility.
• Refine methodologies and create repeatable workflows.
• Support briefings and capability-building sessions with clear explanations.

Skills

Blockchain tracing

Investigations

Communication

Judgment

AI fluency

Tools

Maltego

Palantir

Job description

TRM Labs is seeking a Blockchain Intelligence Analyst to independently lead complex investigations, tracing illicit activity across multiple blockchains and attribution networks. You will synthesize on-chain and off-chain signals into clear, defensible intelligence for government and private-sector audiences.

The role emphasizes high autonomy, rigorous tradecraft, and collaboration with law enforcement partners to disrupt organized crime and illicit finance at scale.