Investigations Analyst (Global Intelligence)

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We’re Coinbase
We’re the world’s most trusted way to join the crypto revolution, serving more than 89 million accounts in more than 100 countries
 

Our mission is to , and we couldn’t do this without hiring the best people
We’re a group of hard-working overachievers who are deeply focused on building the future of finance and Web 3
0 for our users across the globe, whether they’re trading, storing, staking or using crypto
Know those people who always lead the group project? That’s us

There are a few things we look for across all hires we make at Coinbase, regardless of role or team
First, we look for candidates who will thrive in a like ours, where we default to trust, embrace feedback, and disrupt ourselves
Second, we expect all employees to commit to our to our work
Finally, we seek people who are excited to learn about and live crypto, because those are the folks who enjoy the intense moments in our sprint and recharge work culture
We’re a remote-first company looking to hire the absolute best talent all over the world

Ready to #LiveCrypto? Who you are:

  • You’ve got positive energy
    You’re optimistic about the future and determined to get there
     
  • You’re never tired of learning
    You want to be a pro in bleeding edge tech like DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and Web 3
    0
     
  • You appreciate direct communication
    You’re both an active communicator and an eager listener – because let’s face it, you can’t have one without the other
    You’re cool with candid feedback and see every setback as an opportunity to grow
  • You can pivot on the fly
    Crypto is constantly evolving, so our priorities do, too
    What you worked on last month may not be what you work on today, and that excites you
    You’re not looking for a boring job
  • You have a “can do” attitude
    Our teams create high-quality work on quick timelines
    Owning a problem doesn’t scare you, but rather empowers you to take 100% responsibility for achieving our mission
  • You want to be part of a winning team
    We’re stronger together, and you’re a person who embraces being pushed out of your comfort zone

This is a remote position
The analyst will work with law enforcement and other agencies to process requests for information and assist in investigating instances of suspected criminal activity, leveraging blockchain analysis to build out cases

What you’ll be doing (ie
job duties):

  • Review, log, and respond to legal requests for information from Law Enforcement
  • Refer cases to compliance for further review and / or filing
  • Review information sent by law enforcement and other agencies to identify opportunities  to develop cases
  • Review and process law enforcement seizures
  • Collaborate on cross function initiatives to implement control measures related to financial crime

What we look for in you (ie
job requirements):

  • B
    A
    /B
    S
    degree or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum 1  year  prior experience investigating cybercrime/financial crimes
  • Foundational knowledge of UK and international  law enforcement agencies, especially those most frequently operating in the financial crime space
  • Foundational  knowledge of cybercrime and financial crime types that may be detected within the Coinbase system
  • Experience responding to subpoenas and other law enforcement requests for information
  • Must have the ability to operate independently when required and be highly self motivated
  • Demonstrated effective time management and organizational skills
  • Intermediate to advanced experience working with word processing and spreadsheet software
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as accomplish work assignments under minimal supervision and sometimes tight deadlines
  • Excellent writing, analytical and communication skills

Nice to haves:

  • Experience in data analysis with SQL / Python
  • Experience investigating cybercrime
  • Established Connections in banking or law enforcement
  • Familiarity with dashboarding tools such as  Looker and Redash

Please note that for employees based in the US, Philippines, Canada or Singapore, if your role requires you to be present in a Coinbase office or if you choose to be physically present in a Coinbase office or sponsored location, you will be required to be fully vaccinated from COVID-19 (as defined by applicable law)
  If you receive an offer, you will receive additional information about the grounds and process for an exemption

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

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com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information
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