Cyber Insider Threat Analyst III

Agile Defense; Springfield (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense is seeking a Cyber Insider Threat Analyst III to conduct ongoing monitoring for insider threats in Springfield, VA. This important role demands at least five years of experience in User Activity Monitoring (UAM) and User Behavior Analytics (UBA). The analyst will coordinate investigations and produce detailed incident reports.

A Bachelor's degree in a technical field or cybersecurity certificates is preferred. The working environment is office-based, and the role requires Top Secret / SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in UAM/UBA analysis.
• In-depth understanding of insider threat program principles.
• Experience leading cyber components of insider threat programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing cyber insider threat monitoring.
• Engage teams for investigations coordination.
• Create incident reports detailing identification methods.

Skills

User Activity Monitoring (UAM)

User Behavior Analytics (UBA)

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Digital Forensics

Counter-intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, STEM or IT

Job description

Requisition #

1613

Job Title

Cyber Insider Threat Analyst III

Location

Hybrid, Springfield, VA

Clearance Level

Top Secret / SCI, Must Have Clearance to Start

Job Description

This role conducts ongoing cyber insider threat monitoring to identify threats associated with authorized users conducting unauthorized activities such as data exfiltration, unauthorized access, and/or other negligent or malicious behaviors. One must be a SME in User Activity Monitoring (UAM) and/or User Behavior Analytics (UBA).

1. Engages advanced operations, legal, HR, or law enforcement teams to coordinate and report on investigations.
2. Engages with cyber program elements including Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Hunt Forensics, Malware Reverse Engineering, Threat Emulation, and Security Operations to coordinate and consult on insider threat investigations.
3. Create incident reports detailing cyber methods of identification, analysis, and conclusion.

Education and Background

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, STEM, Information Technology, or Cybersecurity certificates are advantageous.

Years of Experience

5 years experience minimum in UAM/UBA analysis.

Required Skills

Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience leading the cyber component of an insider threat program, with an in-depth understanding of the principles, methodologies, and best practices for establishing, operating, and maturing an insider threat program (UAM or UBA).

Preferred Skills

• Counter-intelligence experience
• Digital Forensics and related certifications
• User Activity Monitoring (UAM)
• User Behavior Analytics (UBA)
• DCSA Insider Threat Hub certifications

Working Conditions

Office setting.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities