Senior Manager Insider Risk

Experian; City Of London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A global data and technology company is seeking a Senior Manager of Insider Risk in London to lead and enhance their Insider Risk Program. This role involves overseeing investigations, developing strategies for risk detection, and managing a team of investigators. Candidates should have management experience in insider risk and knowledge of detection technologies. Competitive compensation and a strong benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Great compensation package

Healthcare benefits

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience at management level in insider risk, counterintelligence, or law enforcement.
• Experience assessing and mitigating threats in the workplace.
• Knowledge of SOC or Fusion Centre methodology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand global Insider Risk Program.
• Oversee insider risk investigations and data analysis.
• Develop and maintain insider threat indicators.

Skills

Management level experience in insider risk

Experience with insider threat detection technologies

Analytic skills for spotting anomalies

Knowledge of insider risk frameworks and laws

Business-fluent English language skills

Education

Certifications (e.g. ITPM, CISSP)

Tools

SIEM

UBA

UAM

DLP

Job description

Overview

Experian is looking for a strategic Senior Manager of Insider Risk to help lead and expand our global Insider Risk Program within the Cyber Fusion Centre. You will report directly to the Head of Insider Risk Management and manage a team of investigators, overseeing complex security investigations, and enhancing insider risk detection and response capabilities. You will play an important leadership role in developing programmes, driving continuous improvement, and encouraging collaboration.

Summary of Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head of Insider Risk Management to implement strategic projects and guide program maturity.
• Identify operational improvements, including automation, analytics, and process optimization.
• Oversee and conduct comprehensive insider risk investigations involving data theft, sabotage, espionage, misuse, and workplace violence. Develop investigative strategies, conduct interviews, coordinate with internal partners, and produce objective, well-documented case summaries.
• Analyze data from technical and behavioral sources to detect and respond to insider risk incidents.
• Develop & maintain insider threat indicators and use case scenarios to improve detection accuracy.
• Manage and mentor a geographically dispersed team of investigators. Support professional development and foster expertise in insider risk and investigative practices.
• Work closely with partner teams (e.g., HR, Legal, Threat Detection Engineering, etc.) on threat detection and response initiatives to ensure coordinated and effective risk mitigation.
• Create and deliver insider risk awareness content, highlighting emerging trends and fostering a culture of vigilance and shared responsibility. Produce executive-level documentation, including SOPs, playbooks, and process documentation.

About Experian

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

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Experience and Skills

• Experience at management level working in insider risk, counterintelligence, or law enforcement field.
• Experience assessing, responding to, and mitigating threatening or intimidating behavior and violence affecting the workplace.
• Experience with insider threat detection technologies such as SIEM, UBA, UAM, DLP,
• Analytic experience focused on spotting anomalies and patterns, conduct link analysis, and draw relevance to the enterprise.
• Knowledge of frameworks, laws, regulatory requirements, and privacy-related requirements of insider risk programs.
• Knowledge of SOC or Fusion Centre environment methodology to include threat monitoring, intrusion detection, incident response, and analysis.
• Knowledge of the cyber threat landscape, including types of adversaries, campaigns, and how insider and cyber threats are fueled.
• Process-driven with a focus on automation, and efficiency to improve programs.
• Business-fluent written and spoken English language skills and the ability to tailor communication of technically complex issues to multiple audiences.
• Certifications for example ITPM, GCITP, CISSP, CIFAS

Additional Information

Benefits

• Great compensation package and discretionary bonus plan
• Core benefits include pension, bupa healthcare, sharesave scheme and more
• 25 days annual leave with 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days. You can purchase additional annual leave.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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