Senior Security Researcher, Hexagate at Chainalysis

Tel Aviv-Yafo, TA, Israel

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Web3, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • Proven experience in research in highly technical environments / low level R&D
  • Ability to excel in a dynamic environment with rapidly changing requirements
  • Some previous experience in software development
  • Nice to have: Blockchain prior experience / interest
  • Nice to have: Experience with Python, Go, or Rust
  • Nice to have: Experience with classic data science / machine learning (Not LLMs)

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement and improve exploit and fraud detection models and frameworks
  • Be an expert on bleeding-edge web3 technologies
  • Write excellent code and be an integral part of engineering efforts
  • Solve sophisticated technical problems and "make hard things work"
  • Work in a small, agile, fast-moving team that is best in class

Skills

Web3
Blockchain
Cryptocurrency
Exploit Detection
Fraud Detection
Security Research
Cloud Native
Data Platform

Chainalysis

Cryptocurrency investigation and compliance solutions

About Chainalysis

Chainalysis provides tools and services for investigating and ensuring compliance in the cryptocurrency space. Their products help law enforcement agencies, regulators, and businesses identify and prevent illegal activities involving digital currencies. The company offers subscription-based software solutions that deliver actionable intelligence and analytics, allowing clients to maintain the integrity of their financial operations. Unlike many competitors, Chainalysis focuses specifically on building trust in blockchain technology by promoting transparency and security in cryptocurrency transactions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$522MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

Stablecoin rise threatens traditional remittance services, impacting Chainalysis' financial sector clients.
Blockchain security vulnerabilities challenge Chainalysis' comprehensive security solutions.
Persistent use of crypto mixers complicates Chainalysis' tracking and prevention efforts.

Differentiation

Chainalysis offers comprehensive anti-money laundering software for Bitcoin businesses.
Its REACTOR tool visualizes data and identifies offenders in cryptocurrency transactions.
Chainalysis provides real-time API for transaction-based risk scoring and compliance.

Upsides

Rising stablecoin adoption increases demand for Chainalysis' blockchain analytics.
Public-private partnerships in crypto crime prevention boost Chainalysis' investigative tool demand.
Emerging markets like Syria offer new opportunities for Chainalysis' compliance services.

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