Sr Engineer, Cyber Insider Threat - Network Activity Logs - Remote

Molina Healthcare; Washington (IA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer for their Insider Threat program. This pivotal role involves implementing cyber intelligence collection and analysis to enhance insider threat detection and prevention. You will lead the design of comprehensive monitoring strategies, collaborate with cybersecurity experts, and utilize advanced analytics to detect malicious activities. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in cybersecurity, a knack for innovative problem-solving, and exceptional communication skills. Join this dynamic team and make a significant impact on safeguarding sensitive information while advancing your career in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity and insider threat detection.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience required.
• Expertise in cybersecurity protocols and tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of insider threat monitoring and detection strategies.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance insider threat capabilities.
• Conduct analysis of logs and automate investigation workflows.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Insider Threat Detection

Data Analytics

Leadership

Communication Skills

Programming (Java, Python, .NET, JavaScript, C++)

Scripting (PowerShell, Perl, Bash)

Data Protection Regulations

Technical Investigation

Autonomous Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Equivalent education or work experience

Tools

UEBA

DLP

SIEM

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Data Analytics Tools

Red Vector

Code42

Exabeam

DTEX

Excel

SQL

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Sr Engineer, Insider Threat will implement cyber intelligence (CyInt) collection, compilation, and analysis for the insider threat program. Implements data sets, tools, and provides program support to insider threat analysts and investigations. Works closely with our cybersecurity team, other technical teams, and business stakeholders to develop advanced insider threat systems and processes.

Job Duties

1. Lead the design, development, and implementation of a comprehensive insider threat monitoring and detection strategy integrating technical and non-technical components.
2. Collaborate with cybersecurity analysts, engineers, and other program stakeholders to develop and refine insider threat monitoring and detection capabilities.
3. Correlate information from multiple technical user activity monitoring (UAM), user entity behavior analytics (UEBA), data loss prevention (DLP), security information and event management (SIEM) and non-technical data sources to enable proactive insider risk/threat detection.
4. Utilize cybersecurity expertise, knowledge of insider threat detection, and data analytics to create innovative strategies for detecting and preventing malicious activities.
5. Conduct in-depth analysis of logs received from various data sources.
6. Architect and implement automation of investigation and escalation workflows.
7. Contribute to internal investigations where needed, providing support for forensic analysis, log review, and alert analysis.
8. Execute rigorous testing on internal security mechanisms to validate their effectiveness.
9. Develop and maintain insider risk techniques and procedures, to include use cases surrounding data exfiltration, internal fraud, privilege escalations, and sabotage.
10. Evaluate, recommend, and improve upon existing technical and non-technical solutions to detect and respond to potential insider threats.
11. Guide the technical architecture of insider threat systems, ensuring alignment with the organization's security and business goals.
12. Publish internal CyInt threat intelligence products, and briefings to provide actionable information to stakeholders.
13. Define security controls and metrics to measure the effectiveness of the insider threat program.
14. Stay abreast of emerging insider threat trends and update strategies accordingly.
15. Coordinate with stakeholders on CyInt activities to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Job Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience.
2. Expert understanding of cybersecurity and insider threat concepts, protocols, and tools.
3. Experience with UEBA deployment, administration, data source integrations, and configurations.
4. Strong knowledge of data protection and privacy regulations.
5. Proficient in at least one programming or scripting language such as Java, Python, .NET, JavaScript, or C++.
6. Experience in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Perl, or Bash.
7. Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
8. At least 6 years of experience in cybersecurity, DLP, Security Operations, investigative analysis, or the intelligence field.
9. Experience leading or conducting technical investigations utilizing insider threat tools.
10. Ability to professionally manage confidential matters with appropriate judgement around escalation.
11. Experience with data analytics tools used for insider threat information collection and knowledge of other insider threat risk scoring data analytics tools.
12. Action-oriented engineer with the ability to work autonomously and take ownership of complex projects.
13. Experience developing and implementing defensive controls around Windows, MacOS, Linux, and SaaS applications.
14. Proficiency with automating workflows and integrating security tools within IT environments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Experience with UEBA/SIEMs.
2. Experience with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools, device management tooling and other telemetry sources.
3. Experience working on insider threat teams or working insider threat investigations.
4. Experience with broad system forensics.
5. Experience communicating technical security concerns and issues to a non-technical audience.
6. Experience with insider threat tools (ex. Red Vector, Code42, Exabeam, DTEX).
7. Prior experience working with confidential/sensitive information.
8. Familiarity with cybersecurity, networking, internet fundamentals (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, Internet peering, DNS), digital forensics, and various technical methods of data exfiltration.
9. Experience with using Excel or SQL for analysis of complex datasets.
10. Experience with developing PowerPoint presentations.
11. Information security, digital forensics, insider threat, or other related certifications.
12. Security+, Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CERT Insider Threat, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).

Pay Range: $80,412 - $188,164 / ANNUAL
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.