Lead, Insider Risk - Cyber Defense & Response
$123,700–$204,100 year
On-siteNewark, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to ensure insider risk cases are handled consistently and in accordance with company standards. Independently lead end-to-end triage and investigations of insider risk events, establishing priorities and enforcing consistent investigative standards. Ensure proper evidence handling and investigative integrity, including chain-of-custody, documentation standards, and defensible case management practices. Lead analysis of insider risk incidents to determine behavioral indicators, root causes, and organizational control gaps. Coordinate response actions with technical and business teams to mitigate threats, protect assets, and manage employee risk appropriately. Provide executive reporting and risk insights, translating investigation outcomes and behavioral trends into actionable intelligence for leadership. Drive prevention and detection initiatives, including policy improvements, targeted awareness, and control enhancements informed by investigation findings. Continuously mature insider risk capabilities, incorporating threat intelligence, behavioral analytics, and industry best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Computer Science, or related field
- Experience in user activity monitoring, digital forensics, and behavioral analytics
- Familiarity with regulatory and privacy requirements related to employee monitoring and insider risk programs
- Experience with insider risk detection and response strategies
- Knowledge of data integration tools, SIEM platforms, and forensic analysis software
- GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
- GIAC Cloud Forensics Responder (GCFR)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- SANS GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- Certified Insider Threat Program Manager (CITPM)
Desired Qualifications
- Deep curiosity to understand insider threat risks, drivers, and typologies
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
- Ability to influence training and awareness for purposes of insider risk mitigation
- Passion for research and continuous learning
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