Senior Threat Disruption Investigation Engineer, Gemini

Security

$152-190k

+ Discretionary annual bonus + Equity. Salary applicable to candidates in the State of New York, the State of California and the State of Washington, other locations may vary

Python

Bash

Mid and Senior level

New York

Remote from US

More information about location

Cryptocurrency exchange platform

Job no longer available

Cryptocurrency exchange platform

1001+ employees

FintechB2CCryptocurrencyMarketplaceInvestingTradingBlockchain

Job no longer available

$152-190k

+ Discretionary annual bonus + Equity. Salary applicable to candidates in the State of New York, the State of California and the State of Washington, other locations may vary

Python

Bash

Mid and Senior level

New York

Remote from US

More information about location

1001+ employees

FintechB2CCryptocurrencyMarketplaceInvestingTradingBlockchain

Company mission

To unlock the next era of financial, creative and personal freedom

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in threat campaign tracking, on-chain analysis, and investigating cryptocurrency-related fraud
Education: B.S. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, equivalent field, or relevant work experience
3+ years in threat analysis, threat hunting, or incident response specializing in advanced threat actor activity
Demonstrated success tracking complex global cyber campaigns
Expertise in on-chain analysis and crypto fraud investigations
Proficiency with threat intelligence platforms and campaign tracking tools (MISP, ThreatConnect, Maltego)
Deep understanding of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and crypto fraud techniques
Familiarity with threat actor TTPs, including MITRE ATT&CK framework
Hands-on experience with tools like YARA, Suricata, or Snort for threat detection and rule writing
Strong scripting/programming skills (Python, Bash, etc.) for automation
Knowledge of malware analysis, reverse engineering, and incident forensics a plus
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
Capacity for independent and collaborative work
Excellent technical writing and communication skills
Thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting, adeptly managing multiple priorities
Proactive and relentless in the pursuit of mitigating emerging threats

What the job involves

We are seeking a skilled Senior Threat Disruption Engineer to track, analyze, and disrupt cyber campaigns orchestrated by both nation-state actors and non-state threat groups
Campaign Tracking: Identify, monitor, and analyze malicious campaigns leveraging advanced tools and methods
Threat Intelligence Analysis: Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to deliver in-depth assessments of adversarial TTPs tied to active and potential campaigns
On-Chain Analysis: Conduct meticulous on-chain analysis to trace illicit activity, identify transaction patterns, and expose threat actor relationships
Threat Hunting: Proactively hunt for novel threats using threat intelligence, telemetry, and IOCs to fortify our defenses
Disruption Operations: Engineer and execute threat disruption strategies, employing technical, procedural, and legal countermeasures against ongoing attacks
Incident Response Support: Partner with incident response teams during investigations into APTs, nation-state activity, and cybercriminal incidents
Automation & Tool Development: Develop and maintain tools that streamline threat detection, tracking, and mitigation
Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with legal, fraud, and compliance teams to support enforcement actions, policy creation, and legal cases related to crypto-related fraud or cybercrime
Reporting: Generate comprehensive technical reports and threat intelligence briefings, providing strategic and tactical insights for internal stakeholders

Our take

Gemini is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that's known for offering excellent security as well as being available across the US, including New York - a state not often covered by crypto exchanges.

As a trading platform, Gemini is one of many, but a dedication to innovation and a commitment to working within FCA regulations are what make it stand out from the crowd. After acquiring Blockrize in 2021, the company launched a credit card for US customers that enables them to earn a small percentage of spending back in bitcoin rewards. It also launched the Gemini dollar, a 1:1 USD-backed stablecoin, that combines the price stability of the US dollar with the technological advantages of a cryptocurrency.

The crypto exchange market is crowded with exchange platforms, and Gemini's competitors include giants like Coinbase. However, by operating within regulations and maintaining its status as a registered digital asset service provider in Europe (with plans to expand further in the region very soon), Gemini is in a strong position to face the continued crackdown on unauthorized activity in this market and make a space for itself in the DeFi future.

Freddie

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

-13% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (3.2)

Company

Funding (1 round)

Nov 2021

$400m

GROWTH EQUITY VC

Total funding: $400m

Company benefits

Flexible vacation policy
Retirement plan matching
Generous parental leave
Comprehensive health plans
Training and development
Health and wellness perks
Community events

Company HQ

New York, NY

Leadership

Tyler Winklevoss

(Co-Founder & CEO)

Principal at Winklevoss Capital. Studied Economics at Harvard. Notorious for their role in the founding of Facebook, they co-founded Gemini with brother Cameron in 2014.

Cameron Winklevoss

(Co-Founder & President)

Principal at Winklevoss Capital. Studied Economics at Harvard. Notorious for their role in the founding of Facebook, they co-founded Gemini with brother Tyler in 2014.

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