ASAlessio Della Santa
@alessiodellasanta
Financial fraud specialist in crypto and blockchain forensics with compliance expertise.
ThailandWhat I'm looking for
I am a Financial Fraud Specialist with 3+ years focused in the cryptocurrency and Web3 ecosystem, combining hands-on investigations with regulatory compliance experience at major global exchanges.
At Kraken and Binance I led fraud investigations, transaction monitoring, SAR preparation, and cross-functional case resolution, collaborating with legal, compliance and law enforcement teams to mitigate risk and support victim restitution.
My background includes IT and Linux systems administration, Python development, and OSINT investigations, which bolster my technical skills in blockchain forensics, multi-chain transaction tracking, and cybersecurity defenses.
I communicate fluently in Italian and English and am experienced working across multilingual environments; I seek to apply my investigative rigor and technical expertise to strengthen fraud prevention and compliance programs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
OSINT Investigator
Freelance
Jul 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Conducted open-source intelligence investigations for private clients and collaborated with multiple Italian investigative agencies on digital research and evidence collection.
KRConducted in-depth financial fraud, AML/CTF and forensic investigations, prepared SARs, and implemented transaction monitoring controls to mitigate risk across crypto activity.
BIDetected and collected evidence of financial fraud, embezzlement and illicit activity across multiple blockchains, managing suspects/victims and supporting SAR/KYC/ATO investigations in 18+ languages.
BIManaged affiliate and KOL partnerships, optimized referral program performance, and executed copywriting and content marketing to support growth campaigns.
BIHandled live chat support, resolved transaction and account issues, enforced compliance policies and escalated complex cases to ensure high customer satisfaction.
BIProvided bilingual (Italian/English) support for crypto-related user issues, assisting with transactions, account access, and platform navigation.
Head of Advertising
Istituto Moda Sgrigna
Mar 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 5 months)
Led advertising, social media management and web development for a Rome fashion design academy, improving brand presence and campaign performance.
KLInformation Technology Intern
Kaspersky Lab
Oct 2021 - Apr 2022 (6 months)
Provided first-level IT support and system administration, defended infrastructure against phishing and DDoS attacks and supported cybersecurity operations.
Python Developer
Haulersense
Sep 2021 - Oct 2021 (1 month)
Developed Python programs to improve GLS logistics operations including parcel tracking and database parsing to streamline workflows.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SRSapienza University of Rome
Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology Engineering
2020 - 2022
Bachelor's studies in Information Technology Engineering with coursework and technical training relevant to blockchain forensics and cybersecurity.
I.I.S. Guglielmo Marconi
Diploma, Computer Science and Technology
2015 - 2020
Secondary diploma in Computer Science and Technology with practical experience in system administration and Linux server management.
Availability
Location
ThailandAuthorized to work in
ItalyWebsite
alessiodellasanta.comSalary expectations
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