Insider Threat Investigator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Perform thorough investigations into internal threats impacting client operations.

• Deliver investigative services, case management, and security solutions focused on internal threats.

• Allocate 70% of time to investigative tasks and 30% to project management aimed at addressing vulnerability gaps.

• Manage intricate security incidents involving multiple stakeholders.

• Collaborate with Security Analysts utilizing law enforcement databases, social media, and the deep/dark web to probe threats.

• Generate actionable and succinct threat analysis reports for cross-functional teams, executive management, and enterprise security operations.

• Foster relationships between the Safety and Security team and local law enforcement, research, intelligence groups, and vendors.

• Oversee and/or engage in data and equipment recovery initiatives.

• Maintain ongoing communication with client management regarding investigative outputs and operational choices.

• Identify, evaluate, and investigate insider risk incidents and concerning behaviors; offer mitigation strategies.

• Create and coordinate investigative strategies utilizing open-source intelligence and technical tools for evidence gathering and analysis.

• Lead incident management coordination as the incident commander.

• Conduct sensitive interviews with victims, witnesses, and persons of interest, both virtually and in person.

• Record investigative outcomes using case management software throughout the incident's lifecycle.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to pinpoint opportunities and solutions for mitigating insider risks.

• Execute after-action reviews and implement best practices and lessons learned.

• Cultivate relationships with Talent, Employee Relations, Legal, Cybersecurity, Technology, business leaders, and external partners.

• Develop and enhance policies, procedures, and documentation in accordance with data privacy and legal standards.

• Provide program analytics and case management to detect, identify, and evaluate concerning behaviors to mitigate risks.

• Articulate complex insider risk issues to cross-functional partners.

• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, cybersecurity, intelligence studies, or a closely related discipline.

• Over 8 years of practical experience in insider threat investigations within cybersecurity, law enforcement, counterintelligence, or equivalent private sector roles.

• At least 4 years of experience in the industry focusing on insider risk mitigation and remediation, managing complex project coordination to address identified vulnerabilities.

• Proficient in interviewing insider risk actors, witnesses, affected individuals, and potential witnesses.

• Strong knowledge of industry standards pertaining to corporate investigations, employment legal matters, and information confidentiality and integrity.

• Experience in insider threat incident triage, coordinating cross-functional responses, and conducting investigations across digital and human realms.

• Background in supporting a comprehensive threat management program, including investigations, intelligence gathering, and case management.

• Extensive experience in using open-source research, criminal background checks, and other online investigative methods.

• Ability to independently oversee sensitive cases, interpret evidence, and communicate findings effectively to corporate stakeholders.

• Capability to work outside traditional hours and respond to urgent or time-sensitive situations.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to build partnerships and collaborate effectively across different functions.

• Must demonstrate high adaptability and flexibility.

• Preferred: ASIS Professional Certified Investigator (PCI).

• Preferred: CERT Insider Threat Program Manager (ITPM) Certificate.

• Preferred: Experience in data analysis.

• Preferred: Skills in planning and policy drafting.

• Preferred: Experience in training and exercises.

• Language skills are an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• HSA medical plan covers 100% of the premium for employee-only coverage; Concentric subsidizes a significant portion of dependent premiums.

• PPO medical plan available.

• HSA employer contribution included.

• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) offered.

• Employer-sponsored life, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.

• 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• 11 paid holidays provided.

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave included.

• Annual Health & Wellness Benefit available.

• Pet insurance offered.

• National employee discount program accessible.

• Employee Assistance Program for personal support.

• Credentity Protection - Eclipse Digital Protection by Concentric.

• Complimentary access to the Risk Intelligence Dashboard and GEAR App, featuring 24/7 risk intelligence and remote support.

• Dedicated Security and Intelligence Training Programs for professional development.

• Opportunities for coaching and mentoring.