Blockchain Intelligence Analyst

TRM Labs is a blockchain intelligence company committed to fighting crime and creating a safer world. By leveraging blockchain data, threat intelligence, and advanced analytics, our products empower governments, financial institutions, and crypto businesses to combat illicit activity and global security threats. At TRM, you'll join a mission-driven, fast-paced team made up of experts in law enforcement, data science, engineering, and financial intelligence, tackling complex global challenges daily. Whether analyzing blockchain data, developing cutting-edge tools, or collaborating with global organizations, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

As a Blockchain Intelligence Analyst, you will drive TRM’s collection, analysis, and reporting on key areas of the crypto economy (e.g., crypto exchanges, fraud). You will ensure that TRM has best-in-class intelligence through your subject matter expertise, first-principles problem solving, and ability to turn data into insights. You will collaborate with an experienced team of engineers, data scientists, and product managers to build scalable systems to detect, prevent, and mitigate cryptocurrency fraud and financial crime.

• You’ll track, analyze, and report on key areas of the crypto economy to detect suspicious activities.
• Your OSINT skills will help uncover hidden threats and improve our security posture.
• You’ll provide key insights that contribute to real-world action against threat actors.
• You’ll collaborate with data and engineering teams to enhance the TRM product.
• Your intelligence reports will help law enforcement, internal teams, and clients stay ahead of cyber risks.

• Proven experience working in intelligence-related positions previously, ideally in Blockchain Intelligence (This is not an entry-level position).
• OSINT Expertise - Proficiency in using open-source tools to gather and analyze intelligence.
• Analytical Skills - Strong ability to synthesize and report complex information clearly and accurately.
• Experience in Blockchain Analysis - Knowledge of blockchain technologies, with a focus on tracing transactions and identifying malicious activity.
• Communication & Collaboration - Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and produce actionable intelligence reports.
• Ownership - You demonstrate full ownership of your work, taking an 80/20 approach to accomplish objectives.
• Certifications & Background - Relevant certifications (e.g., GIAC, CEH) and experience in cybersecurity or intelligence gathering.
• You have the ability to research in another language (Please specify the language(s) in your application).

About the team:

• Our team values open communication and a collaborative work environment, where feedback and ideas are encouraged from all members.
• We prioritize flexibility and adaptability, ensuring that everyone stays aligned through regular check-ins and progress updates. Operating with a strong focus on shared goals, we work together to meet deadlines while supporting individual growth and innovation.
• Mandatory meetings at 8-30 bi-weekly and 9 am weekly. At least a couple of hours of overlap with PST is required.

Learn about TRM Speed in this position:

• Utilizes sound judgment and the 80/20 principle to drive rapid, high-impact outcomes.
• Demonstrates the ability to iterate quickly in response to evolving threat landscapes.
• Leverages creative problem-solving to ensure prompt and effective threat actor engagement to acquire attribution within 24 hours.
• Employs a diverse set of methodologies to scale and optimize threat intelligence production for customer needs within 72 hours.

Life at TRM Labs

Leadership Principles

Our LPs are foundational elements of our strategy, guiding how we make decisions, how we treat each other, and how we behave day-to-day.

• Impact-Oriented Trailblazer – We put customers first, driving for speed, focus, and adaptability.
• Master Craftsperson – We prioritize speed, high standards, and distributed ownership.
• Inspiring Colleague – We value humility, candor, and a one-team mindset.

Accelerate your Career

Join a mission-driven team of industry leaders and make a real-world impact—disrupting terrorist networks, recovering stolen funds, and more. At TRM, you will:

• Work alongside top experts and learn every day.
• Embrace a growth mindset with development opportunities tailored to your role.
• Take on high-impact challenges in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Thrive in a culture of coaching, where feedback is fast, direct, and built to help you level up. We expect everyone to both give and receive feedback as part of how we get better—together.

What to Expect at TRM

TRM moves fast—really fast. We know a lot of startups say that, but we mean it. We operate with urgency, ownership, and high standards. As a result, you’ll be joining a team that’s highly engaged, mission-driven, and constantly evolving.

To support this intensity, we’re also intentional about rest and recharge. We offer generous benefits, including PTO, Holidays, and Parental Leave for full time employees.

That said, TRM may not be the right fit for everyone. If you're optimizing for work life balance, we encourage you to:

• Ask your interviewers how they personally approach balance within their teams, and
• Reflect on whether this is the right season in your life to join a high-velocity environment.
• Be honest with yourself about what energizes you—and what drains you

We’re upfront about this because we want every new team member to thrive—not just survive.

Thrive as a Global Team

As a remote-first company, TRM Labs is built for global collaboration.

• We cultivate a strong remote culture through clear communication, thorough documentation, and meaningful relationships.
• We invest in offsites, regional meetups, virtual coffee chats, and onboarding buddies to foster collaboration.
• By prioritizing trust and belonging, we harness the strengths of a global team while staying aligned with our mission and values.

Join our mission!

We’re looking for team members who thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments and love building from the ground up. TRM is remote-first, with an exceptionally talented global team. If you enjoy solving tough problems and seeing your work make a difference for billions of people, we want you here. Don’t worry if your experience doesn’t perfectly match a job description— we value passion, problem-solving, and unique career paths. If you’re excited about TRM’s mission, we want to hear from you.

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