Cryptocurrency Analyst

Division/Unit:
Cyber Crime Bureau
CS

Title:

Community Associate

Position Title:

Cryptocurrency Analyst
Salary Range: $56,644 - $62,930

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an opening for a Cryptocurrency Analyst in its Cyber Crime Bureau. CCB is committed to protecting the public by combating sophisticated cybercrime and identity theft schemes in Manhattan and worldwide. CCB prosecutes cases involving check and payment card fraud, network intrusions, theft of digital assets, online trafficking of child sexual abuse material, and cyber‑stalking, as well as white‑color crimes involving money laundering and threats to financial institutions.

In this position, the Analyst is primarily responsible for CCB’s blockchain analysis assignments, and trains and assists other analysts in performing this type of analysis as well.

• Evaluating complaints related to cryptocurrency theft for possible investigation.
• Conducting analysis of cryptocurrency transactions using both open‑source and third‑party tools.
• Testifying in the grand jury and at trial regarding blockchain and cryptocurrency analysis and attribution.
• Maintaining expertise in the use of blockchain analysis tools.
• Searching law enforcement databases for leads related to cryptocurrency theft and other cybercrimes.
• Representing DANY in inter‑agency calls and meetings involving cryptocurrency‑related crime.
• Working with other bureaus and units, including our digital forensics lab, to enhance our ability to trace and recover cryptocurrency assets.
• Training analysts across the office in the use of various tools to conduct blockchain analysis.
• Perform related administrative and clerical tasks as assigned including drafting subpoenas and organizing records.

• Level 1 – bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
• Level 2 – bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with at least one (1) year of experience as a paralegal or analyst in the criminal justice system or related field.

• One(1) year of related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet/social media required; knowledge of DANY Systems, LEXIS/NEXIS, and E-Justice a plus.
• A willingness and desire to learn about new and emerging cybercrimes including NFT phishing and the theft of cryptocurrency.
• Familiarity with, or interest in, blockchain technology a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal essential.
• Superior organizational and time management skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently with frequent interruptions, manage deadlines and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff, law enforcement representatives, and outside visitors.

• Monday - Friday, from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

• Current office employees:
  To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least one (1) year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.
• Looking for candidates who could commit to two (2) years working with the bureau.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

• As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

City Residency is not required for this position.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.