Cryptocurrency Subject Matter Expert (SME) with Security Clearance

Functional Responsibilities

• Conduct blockchain forensic analysis to trace illicit cryptocurrency activity.
• Support financial investigations linked to Chinese marijuana farmland, pill presses, and chemical diversion.
• Develop investigative leads through cryptocurrency wallet clustering, mixing analysis, and darknet monitoring.
• Work with SFI’s and FI’s to integrate cryptocurrency evidence into financial case files and provide training and technical assistance to DEA personnel.
• Prepare written reports, exhibits, and expert testimony when required.
• Trace cryptocurrency transactions linked to SORs and diversion schemes; assist in pill press and chemical diversion cases, involving virtual currency.
• Develop investigative leads by leveraging blockchain analytics tools.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field supporting financial or cyber investigations as determined by DEA.
• General Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in blockchain analysis and cryptocurrency investigations.
• Demonstrated experience supporting criminal or regulatory investigations involving digital assets.
• Proficiency with blockchain analytics tools (e.g., Chainalysis, TRM Labs, CipherTrace).
• Demonstrated knowledge of drug diversion enforcement and illicit finance techniques.
• Demonstrated strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills.
• Prior experience with law enforcement or Government agencies is preferred.

Qualifications

• Security clearance required
• US Citizenship

Skills

• Blockchain analysis
• Cryptocurrency investigations
• Forensic accounting
• Drug diversion enforcement
• Illicit finance techniques

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
• E-Verify participation