Job Description

Req ID:  364405  

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Illicit Finance Investigator to join our team in Merrifield, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).

Job Summary: 

We are seeking an experienced Illicit Finance Investigator to lead and support complex financial investigations involving money laundering, terrorist financing, narcotics trafficking, fraud schemes, and sanctions evasion. The ideal candidate brings deep law enforcement or regulatory investigative experience, strong analytical capabilities, and demonstrated expertise in asset forfeiture, AML/BSA compliance, and financial data analysis. This role requires the ability to transform large volumes of financial and transactional data into actionable intelligence that supports indictments, asset seizures, prosecutions, and strategic enforcement actions.

Job Duties: 

• Conduct complex financial investigations focused on money laundering, terrorist financing, narcotics proceeds, sanctions violations, fraud, and related financial crimes.
• Analyze accounting records, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) filings, Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), public records, and law enforcement data sources.
• Identify domestic and international transactions involving individuals or entities on sanctions lists, including OFAC Specially Designated Nationals (SDN).
• Utilize advanced analytical platforms to manage structured and unstructured datasets.
• Partner with federal agencies, financial institutions, FinCEN, and U.S. Attorney’s Offices to support prosecutions and enforcement actions.
• Provide subject matter expertise on AML, KYC, OFAC sanctions, FCPA matters, transaction monitoring, and risk management.
• Contribute to technology and data management initiatives that enhance investigative efficiency and operational impact.

Basic Qualifications: 

• PhD in Information Technology Management, Business, or task order specific discipline
  • High School Diploma + 4 additional years of experience = Associate's Degree;
  • Associate's Degree + 4 additional years of experience = Bachelor's Degree;
  • Bachelor's Degree + 4 additional years of experience = Master's Degree;
  • Master's Degree + 4 additional years of experience = PhD
• Minimum 15 years of experience in financial crime investigations, illicit finance, or white-collar enforcement.
• Minimum 2 years of experience investigating tax evasion, money laundering, Bank Secrecy Act violations, narcotics trafficking proceeds, terrorist financing, fraud, or similar crimes.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with asset forfeiture and financial tracing methodologies.
• Active Top Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of AML/BSA regulatory frameworks and sanctions compliance.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Enrolled Agent (EA) or strong tax investigative background
• Experience with DOJ, IRS-CI, DEA, or comparable federal investigative agencies
• Expertise using advanced financial intelligence platforms

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners.  NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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