Avint is hiring a Senior Cybersecurity Controls Assessor (RMF / ATO Expert) to support and protect critical federal systems within the HACS program. In this role, you’ll be part of a high-performing team responsible for assessing, validating, and authoring security controls in accordance with federal compliance frameworks. You’ll work at the intersection of cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance, helping ensure systems meet stringent security requirements and authorization standards.

Avint is hiring a Senior Cybersecurity Controls Assessor (RMF / ATO Expert) to support and protect critical federal systems within the HACS program. In this role, you’ll be part of a high-performing team responsible for assessing, validating, and authoring security controls in accordance with federal compliance frameworks. You’ll work at the intersection of cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance, helping ensure systems meet stringent security requirements and authorization standards.

Building the Future of Crypto Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. What makes us different? Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world. Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here. As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures. Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto! Proof of work The Team We are a small, M&A-focused Security and IT team that consistently punches above our weight while operating within Kraken’s broader Security organization. We represent Security and IT throughout M&A transactions and collaborate with partners across HR, Engineering, Legal, Vendor Management, Finance, Compliance, Business Operations, and other teams. While diligence work is confidential, the team embraces hyper-transparency post-close, fostering open dialogue and candid discussions while staying adaptable to the evolving landscape of the crypto industry. The Opportunity - Security Diligence: Conduct due diligence on the security and IT components of potential acquisitions, partnerships, and vendor engagements. Evaluate the cybersecurity posture, IT infrastructure, and technology stack of target companies. - Security and IT Integration: Lead integration of IT systems and security practices for acquired companies. Coordinate cross-functional efforts to ensure integration while maintaining Kraken’s security standards. - Technical Project Execution: Drive unique security and IT workstreams across M&A transactions. Advocate for technical actions, rationalize technology stacks, and align acquired environments with Kraken’s security architecture. - Cross-Team Coordination: Partner with Security, IT, Engineering, Corporate Development, and Product leaders to align on requirements, timelines, and execution plans. - Process Improvement & Tooling: Continuously improve internal workflows through automation, AI-enabled tooling, and consistent reporting mechanisms. Skills you should HODL - 4+ years of experience in security, engineering, IT, technical PM, or M&A integration roles - 2+ years executing or defining technical scopes of work in consulting or client-facing environments - Broad experience across Security, IT, and Engineering disciplines - Deep expertise in at least one of these areas: - Identity & Access Management (IAM) - IT Systems Management - Software Engineering - Application Security - DevOps / SRE - Vulnerability Management - Technical Project Management - Security Architecture - Cloud & Datacenter Security - Demonstrated ability to design or execute technical architecture plans that support business goals - Experience leveraging automation and AI to improve technical workflows - Working knowledge of audit and compliance frameworks - Strong understanding of IT systems, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity principles - Familiarity with regulatory and legal considerations related to IT and cybersecurity - Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments - Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with diverse technical and business stakeholders Nice to haves - Prior experience in cryptocurrency or fintech - Experience working with globally distributed remote teams - Deep listening and empathy for team dynamics - Bias for action and results over rigid processes - Strategic mindset with the ability to zoom in on tactical details - Curious, low ego, highly collaborative, open to lessons learned - Systems thinker who sees patterns and opportunities across silos - Experience creating unique technical scopes of work for complex initiatives Unless a specific application deadline is stated in the job posting, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto! We may ask candidates to complete job-related skills or work-style assessments as part of our hiring process. 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Role Description The Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) – Suspicious Activity Monitoring (SAM) Case Analyst II serves as an experienced investigator responsible for independently managing complex alerts and cases, including higher-risk customer activity, complex transaction patterns, and emerging financial crime typologies. This role requires advanced analytical judgment, strong SAR writing capabilities, while contributing to program enhancements and cross-functional initiatives. Analysts at this level exercise independent judgment, serve as subject-matter resources within the team, and are expected to operate with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of quality and regulatory compliance. What You Will Do - Independently investigate and resolve complex alerts and cases, including in-depth analysis of transaction flows, payment behaviors, and customer activity across multiple products and platforms. - Prepare, review, and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), ensuring high-quality narratives, clear articulation of suspicion, and robust supporting documentation. - Support KYC, onboarding, and customer risk matters, including complex or escalated cases. - Identify investigative trends and contribute to the tuning and optimization of transaction monitoring rules and scenarios to reduce false positives while maintaining detection effectiveness. - Serve as a subject-matter resource on investigative techniques, SAR quality, and regulatory expectations. - Provide informal mentorship and guidance to Analyst I staff, including SAR narrative review, investigative coaching, and quality feedback. - Support FinCEN 314(a) and 314(b) information sharing requests, law enforcement inquiries, and subpoena/legal process responses in coordination with Legal and Compliance. - Maintain current knowledge of BSA/AML and OFAC regulations, FinCEN guidance, and evolving financial crime typologies relevant to payments, merchant acquiring, and fintech activities. - Consistently meet or exceed production, quality, and leadership expectations across assigned workstreams. - Perform other duties as assigned to support the BSA/AML-SAM Operations Team. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Criminal Justice, Business, or a related discipline. - Preferred certifications (not required): - Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) - Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS) - Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - Typically requires 3-4 years of relevant experience in BSA/AML investigations, financial crime analysis, or regulatory compliance. - Demonstrated expertise in SAR drafting, complex investigations, and transaction monitoring systems. - Experience in banking, fintech, payments, merchant acquiring, money transmission, or digital wallets highly desirable. - In-depth knowledge of BSA/AML laws, USA PATRIOT Act requirements, OFAC sanctions, and related regulatory frameworks. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently assess complex risk scenarios. - Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and articulate risk clearly. - Ability to manage competing priorities, support operational improvements, and operate with minimal supervision. - Adaptable to evolving regulatory expectations, technologies, and business models. - Proficiency with transaction monitoring and case management platforms (e.g., Actimize, Verafin, or similar) and core banking or data analytics tools strongly preferred. Requirements - The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive and may be changed at any time. - Salary range: $17.25 hourly – $28 hourly. - This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based incentive opportunity. Benefits - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health insurance, 401(k) retirement benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid time off, and more.