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Requisition #: 1460
Job Title: Insider Threat Monitoring Lead
Job Title for Careers Page: Insider Threat Monitoring Lead
Location: Reston, VA
Clearance Level: TS (SCI Eligible)
Required Certification(s): Active CISSP
SUMMARY
Agile Defense is seeking an experienced Insider Threat Lead with an in-depth understanding of the principles, methodologies, and best practices for establishing, operating, and maturing a USG insider threat program.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Insider Threat Lead must also have extensive experience with insider threat programs, including knowledge of deterrence, detection, and mitigation strategies. Proficiency in gathering, integrating, analyzing, and responding to threat-related information. This involves assessing risks, identifying vulnerabilities, and developing effective countermeasures. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network security, data protection, and monitoring employee use of enterprise networks. Expertise in identifying, assessing, prioritizing, and mitigating security risks. Ability to analyze intelligence to understand and neutralize threats. Thorough knowledge of relevant government policies and regulations, such as the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) (32 CFR Part 117), Executive Order 13587, and the Presidential Memorandum "Minimum Standards for Executive Branch Insider Threat Programs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Certifications
Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, STEM, Information Technology, or Cybersecurity
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
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.
Preferred Skills
Counter-intelligence experience
Digital Forensics and related certifications
User Activity Monitoring (UAM)
User Behavior Analytics (UBA)
WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions
Hybrid role in Reston, VA
Strength Demands
Physical Requirements
