Cybercrime and OSINT Analyst (Part-time)

Chainlabs; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading Web3 data analytics start-up specializing in cybersecurity as a part-time Cybercrime and OSINT Analyst. This remote role focuses on mentoring a team to identify threat actors and conduct in-depth research on illicit activities within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Enjoy competitive compensation in fiat or cryptocurrency and contribute to a transparent and courageous company culture that promotes professional growth.

Benefits

Remote work environment

Flexible schedule

Exposure to a global network of experts

Opportunities for rapid personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or a related field.
• Strong OSINT methods proficiency.
• Expertise in Darknet activities, Terrorist Financing, or Scams.

Responsibilities

• Train analysts to detect threat actors online.
• Conduct research on activities in Darknet markets.
• Prepare detailed analytical reports on emerging threats.

Skills

Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Professional experience in Cybersecurity or Intelligence Studies

Job description

Advisor for Cybercrime and OSINT Data Collection (Part-time)

Advisor for Cybercrime and OSINT Data Collection (Part-time)

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About Us:

About Us:

Chainlabs is a cutting-edge Web3 data analytics and software start-up specializing in uncovering illicit activities on the blockchain. As the largest broker of labeled wallet datasets to leading Web3 AML and KYT companies, our clients include Chainalysis, TRM Labs, Coinbase Research, Elliptic, and Crystal Blockchain. Our mission is to create actionable intelligence and safeguard the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Cybercrime and OSINT Analyst to join our fully remote team on a part-time basis. In this flexible advisory role (approximately 5-10 hours per week) you will train and mentor our team of analysts to detect threat actors online. Depending on availability, you may also conduct research in various contexts such as Darknet markets, terrorist financing, scams, and CSAM.

We offer competitive compensation with payment options in either fiat or cryptocurrency.

Requirements

• Professional experience in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) methods.
• Specific expertise in at least one of the following: Darknet Market activities, Terrorist Financing, Scams (particularly in East Asia), or CSAM investigations
• Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and handle sensitive information with utmost discretion.
• Experience collaborating with law enforcement agencies or working in high-pressure environments (preferred)
  
  
  

Nice to haves:

• Experience conducting undercover research on cybercrime websites.
• Familiarity with blockchain technology and cryptocurrency forensics tools.
• Fluency in languages such as Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, or other relevant languages.
  
  
  

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A reliable internet connection.
• A secure device (laptop or desktop) with updated cybersecurity measures.
• Access to a phone or secure communication apps.
• A private, quiet workspace for conducting sensitive research
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Help us reference illegal activities across various domains (Darknet Markets, Terrorism Financing, Scams, CSAM, Exploit, Cybercrime, Hawala Banking)
• Train our team of analysts to discover new cybercrime entities online and help us document our standard operating procedures (SOPs) to make such discovery a routine part of our work
• Conduct undercover research to infiltrate and understand illicit networks operating on the Darknet and other online platforms
• Utilize OSINT techniques and tools to identify key actors and suspicious wallets
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, threats, and methods in illicit cryptocurrency activities and contribute to the continuous improvement of our labeling database
• Prepare detailed analytical reports on emerging threats, including identifying major players in illicit online networks
  
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive, flexible compensation paid in fiat or cryptocurrency.
• Remote work environment with a fully flexible schedule.
• A data-driven, AI-friendly team — led by a founder who is a data scientist.
• Transparent, fast-paced, courageous, and curious company culture.
• Opportunities for rapid personal and professional growth.
• Exposure to a global network of experts and industry leaders.
• Potential for long-term or full-time collaboration based on performance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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