Lead, Insider Risk - Cyber Defense & Response

PGIM Ireland; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 124,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Education benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Prudential Financial, Inc. is seeking an Insider Risk Lead to partner with security, HR, and legal teams to manage investigations and mitigation actions. You will conduct forensics, preserve evidence, and analyze behavioral indicators to protect assets and personnel.

The role emphasizes continuous learning and improving insider risk programs. The position requires a strong background in information security, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration, with a focus on privacy and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Computer Science, or related field.
• Deep curiosity to understand insider threat risks, drivers, and typologies.
• Experience in user activity monitoring, digital forensics, and behavioral analytics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to influence training and awareness for insider risk mitigation.
• Familiarity with regulatory and privacy requirements related to employee monitoring and insider risk programs.
• Experience with insider risk detection and response strategies.
• Passion for research and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (Security, HR, Legal, Compliance, Privacy, IT) to ensure insider risk cases are handled per standards.
• Lead end-to-end triage and investigations of insider risk events with prioritized actions.
• Ensure proper evidence handling and chain-of-custody.
• Lead analysis to determine indicators, root causes, and control gaps.
• Coordinate response actions to mitigate threats and protect assets.
• Provide executive reporting and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Drive prevention and detection initiatives based on investigation outcomes.
• Mature insider risk capabilities using threat intelligence and analytics.

Skills

Insider threat

Digital forensics

Behavioral analytics

Regulatory knowledge

SIEM familiarity

Data integration

Analytical skills

Training influence

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SIEM platforms

Forensic software

Job description

Job Classification: Technology - Information Security Are you passionate about safeguarding organizations from within by integrating innovative analytics, strategic prevention, and targeted education? Our Cyber Defense and Response team is dedicated to a culture where proactive risk management is part of our DNA. When you join Prudential as an Insider Risk Lead, you’ll unlock a high-impact career path, while continuously growing your expertise at one of the world’s leading financial institutions.

Your Team & Role:

As an Insider Risk Specialist, you will partner with business stakeholders, technical teams, and management to mitigate insider risks. Through centralized integration and analysis of technical and non-technical information, you will identify and assess potential insider risk concerns. You’ll lead all aspects of the investigative lifecycle, which includes conducting digital forensics, collection & preservation, analysis, remediation, documentation, and post incident review. Your role requires strong analytical skills, a deep curiosity of human and technical risk factors, and a passion for continuous improvement and education.

Here is What You Can Expect on a Typical Day

Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (Security, HR, Legal, Compliance, Privacy, and IT) to ensure insider risk cases are handled consistently and in accordance with company standards and procedures. 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.

The Skills & Expertise You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Computer Science, or related field.
• Deep curiosity to understand insider threat risks, drivers, and typologies.
• Experience in user activity monitoring, digital forensics, and behavioral analytics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to influence training and awareness for purposes of insider risk mitigation.
• Familiarity with regulatory and privacy requirements related to employee monitoring and insider risk programs.
• Experience with insider risk detection and response strategies.
• Passion for research and continuous learning.
• Knowledge of data integration tools, SIEM platforms, and forensic analysis software.

Relevant Certifications:

• 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)

You’ll Love Working Here Because You Can

• Be a key player in protecting our organization’s people, data, and reputation from emerging internal risks.
• Join an inclusive culture where your expertise and ideas drive real impact.
• Grow your technical and leadership skills through continual learning and hands-on experience.
• Help define and shape the future of insider risk management at a globally respected institution.

What we offer you:

Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $123,700.00 to $204,100.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company-funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period).
• Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a global financial services leader and premier active global investment manager with approximately $1.4 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help make lives better and create financial opportunity for more people by expanding access to investing, insurance, and retirement security.

Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for 150 years. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.

PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), is a global investment manager with US $1.3 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. For more information about PGIM, visit pgim.com.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.

PGIM Inc. (PGIM) is the principal asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a company incorporated and with its principal place of business in the United States. PFI of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.