About the Company
Founded in 2018 by professors of Yale University and Columbia University, CertiK is a pioneer in blockchain security, utilizing best-in-class AI technology to secure and monitor blockchain protocols and smart contracts. CertiK’s mission is to secure the cyber world. Starting with blockchain, CertiK applies cutting-edge innovations from academia into enterprise, enabling mission-critical applications to be built with security and correctness. CertiK is one of the fastest growing and most trusted companies in blockchain security and has become a true market leader. Our clients include leading projects such as Aave, Polygon, Binance Smart Chain, Yearn, and Chiliz. Our investors include top VCs like Tiger Global, Coatue Management, Shunwei Capital and Hillhouse Capital as well as industry leaders like Coinbase Ventures and Binance.
About the Role
As a KYC Investigations Analyst, you will deliver CertiK's KYC badge product—the leading private identity verification service for Web3 project teams. You will conduct background interviews and investigations into project teams, diving deep to understand their transparency and risk levels. If the project team completes the screening, your work will culminate in issuing a CertiK KYC badge at an appropriate level that signifies set standards of verification.
About You
You are a skilled investigator with experience in conducting behavioral interviews while providing excellent customer service. You excel at finding critical information and analyzing it thoroughly. You communicate clearly and effectively, making it easy for others to understand your findings. You are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and can manage multiple tasks independently in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Manage the delivery of CertiK’s KYC badge productConduct interviews with project team members to assess risks and identify discrepanciesPerform thorough investigations using open-source information with limited dataProvide excellent customer service to clients undergoing the KYC processCommunicate with teams about KYC badge status and requirementsHelp customers submit identification documents and verify them through systemsDocument your findings clearly to support each KYC badge decisionEvaluate project teams for quality and risk factorsCreate content and thought leadership related to KYC and investigations in Web3
Requirements
3+ years of experience in investigations, KYC or a related fieldProven experience conducting complex behavioral interviewsFluent in English Excellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience performing OSINT investigationsFamiliar with Web3 social media platforms, especially X/TwitterUnderstanding of KYC regulations, AML/CFT laws, and compliance standardsHighly organized and self-driven, able to work independently Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environmentAble to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectivelyPassionate about crypto and eager to learn about new projects
