Cybersecurity Analyst - Hybrid in MN

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

6h•$72,800 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Insider Risk Analyst is responsible for detecting, analyzing, and investigating potential insider‑driven risks to UnitedHealth Group’s people, data, and systems. This role supports the Insider Risk Program by monitoring user activity, identifying anomalous or concerning behavior, conducting investigations, and partnering with cross‑functional stakeholders to mitigate risk while ensuring privacy, legal, and policy compliance. The analyst will leverage technical data sources, behavioral indicators, and investigative techniques to assess risk, support casework, and contribute to the continuous improvement of insider risk detection and response capabilities. If you reside in Minnesota, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid-remote position as you take on some tough challenges. This position follows a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, or a related field
3+ years of experience in cybersecurity
3+ years of experience in security analysis, investigations, insider risk, threat analysis, or digital forensics
2+ years of experience with working knowledge of security logs, user activity monitoring, and investigative techniques
2+ years of experience of documenting findings clearly and communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences
Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills with the ability to assess risk objectively
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting an insider risk, fraud, compliance, or digital forensics program
Hands‑on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel), DLP tools, endpoint security, or identity monitoring
Familiarity with insider risk frameworks and best practices (e.g., CERT Insider Threat, NIST CSF)
Experience collaborating with HR, Legal, Privacy, or Employee Relations teams
Knowledge of privacy, data protection, and employee monitoring considerations in a regulated environment

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze user activity, system logs, and alerts to identify potential insider risk indicators, including data exfiltration, misuse of access, policy violations, or negligent behavior.
Perform analytical triage of insider risk alerts generated from enterprise security tools (e.g., SIEM, DLP, endpoint, identity, and email systems).
Establish baseline user behavior and identify deviations that may indicate insider risk activity.
Conduct insider risk investigations by collecting, correlating, and analyzing data from multiple technical and non‑technical sources.
Document investigative findings, timelines, and conclusions in accordance with Insider Risk Program procedures and records‑retention requirements.
Prepare clear, concise investigative summaries and risk assessments for leadership and stakeholders.
Analyze logs, email activity, file access, web activity, and authentication events to support investigations.
Assist with digital forensic data collection and analysis in support of insider risk cases, as appropriate.
Develop, maintain, and refine queries, dashboards, and analytical workflows to improve detection efficiency and investigative quality.
Partner with HR, Legal, Compliance, Employee Relations, Privacy, and Information Security teams during insider risk reviews and investigations.
Support escalation and coordination with Enterprise Information Security for incidents requiring broader security response.
Participate in insider risk working groups and contribute to program governance activities.
Contribute to the development and enhancement of insider risk policies, procedures, and standard operating processes.
Assist in defining insider risk indicators, metrics, and reporting to support program maturity.
Support audits, assessments, and program evaluations related to insider risk management.