Senior Intelligence Analyst, Iran Focus

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Intelligence Analyst, Iran Focus based in United States.

We are seeking an experienced intelligence professional to take ownership of a highly specialized domain within the evolving digital asset ecosystem. This role focuses on uncovering, analyzing, and attributing crypto-related activity connected to Iranian actors, networks, and threat ecosystems. You will combine geopolitical expertise, blockchain analysis, and investigative tradecraft to produce actionable intelligence for high-impact customers. Working with a global team of analysts, engineers, and data specialists, you will help transform complex data into meaningful insights. The position offers the opportunity to shape intelligence capabilities, influence industry understanding, and contribute to efforts addressing sophisticated financial threats. You will serve as a trusted subject-matter expert while leveraging emerging AI tools to enhance research, automation, and analytical workflows.

Accountabilities:: As a Senior Intelligence Analyst, you will lead investigations and intelligence production focused on Iranian crypto activity, working across research, attribution, data analysis, and strategic intelligence initiatives. You will be responsible for translating complex threat patterns into actionable insights for internal teams, customers, and external stakeholders.

Own end-to-end attribution efforts for Iran-related crypto activity, including identifying threat actors, financial networks, infrastructure, and blockchain entities linked to sanctions evasion, illicit finance, and cyber operations.

Investigate and map how Iranian actors and affiliated networks raise, transfer, launder, and convert digital assets through exchanges, intermediaries, mining operations, and other financial channels.

Lead rapid intelligence responses related to sanctions actions and major developments involving Iranian entities or infrastructure.

Produce high-quality intelligence deliverables, including research reports, customer briefings, advisory content, and contributions to industry publications.

Act as a recognized subject-matter expert by representing the organization in conferences, panels, partner discussions, and external briefings.

Define intelligence collection priorities by identifying data gaps, emerging trends, and evolving threat behaviors within the Iranian crypto ecosystem.

Translate investigative findings into detection strategies, product improvements, and operational guidance for customers and internal teams.

Collaborate with analysts, data scientists, engineers, and threat-domain specialists to improve intelligence capabilities and analytical processes.

Use AI-driven tools and automation workflows to scale research, improve efficiency, and solve complex analytical challenges.

Mentor teammates and contribute expertise to strengthen broader intelligence and threat-finance practices.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Iranian geopolitical, financial, and security environments, combined with strong analytical capabilities and experience investigating complex threats.

5+ years of experience in intelligence analysis, threat finance, sanctions, investigations, national security, or related fields for a senior-level position; 8+ years and recognized expertise for a staff-level profile.

Demonstrated knowledge of Iran, including the IRGC, IRGC-Qods Force, proxy networks, sanctions evasion methods, illicit finance, or procurement ecosystems.

Experience conducting blockchain investigations, on-chain tracing, cryptocurrency analysis, or the ability to apply strong threat-finance expertise to digital asset investigations.

Background working in intelligence agencies, government organizations, law enforcement, military, research institutions, or private-sector counter-threat-finance environments.

Strong understanding of Iranian regional dynamics, geopolitical developments, and financial networks.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex intelligence findings to technical and executive audiences.

Ability to independently manage complex investigations, make sound judgments, and deliver high-quality analysis under time constraints.

Experience working with data analysis tools and blockchain intelligence platforms.

Strong interest in leveraging AI tools to automate workflows, improve research capabilities, and enhance analytical output.

Farsi language skills are highly valued; Arabic proficiency is also a plus.

Experience with sanctions programs, designation processes, crypto mining operations, dual-use procurement networks, or published research in related areas is advantageous.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation package ranging from $110,000 to $180,000 annually.

Equity opportunities and performance-based bonus eligibility.

Fully remote work environment with flexibility across locations.

Opportunity to work on high-impact intelligence challenges within the digital asset and cybersecurity ecosystem.

Collaboration with globally distributed teams of analysts, engineers, and industry experts.

Access to innovative AI-powered tools and workflows designed to enhance productivity and research capabilities.

Opportunities for professional growth and development within a rapidly evolving technology sector.

Inclusive workplace culture focused on collaboration, learning, and diverse perspectives.

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