Insider Threat Monitoring Mid

Accenture Federal Services•Ashburn, VA

3d•$94,000 - $187,600

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services, the Insider Threat Monitoring Lead establishes, operates, and refines a comprehensive insider threat program to safeguard sensitive information and assets. The role develops deterrence, detection, and mitigation strategies; gathers and analyzes threat data; assesses risks and vulnerabilities; and designs countermeasures. It also monitors employee activity across enterprise networks to enforce data protection and network security protocols, analyzes intelligence to prioritize security risks and respond to emerging threats, and provides ad hoc training and mentorship to junior team members.

Requirements

At least 3 years of professional experience with insider threat program principles, methodologies, and best practices.
In-depth knowledge of deterrence, detection, and mitigation strategies for insider threats.
Proficiency in gathering, integrating, analyzing, and responding to threat-related information.
Experience assessing risks, identifying vulnerabilities, and developing effective countermeasures.
Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network security, and data protection.
Experience monitoring employee use of enterprise networks.
Ability to identify, assess, prioritize, and mitigate security risks.
Skill in analyzing intelligence to understand and neutralize threats.
Thorough knowledge of relevant government policies and regulations, including NISPOM, Executive Order 13587, and the Presidential Memorandum on insider threat standards.
Experience providing ad hoc training to junior team members in a collaborative environment.
Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.
An active Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI, or TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required, depending on position.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing or maturing enterprise-wide insider threat programs.
Familiarity with advanced threat detection tools and behavioral analytics.
Background in incident response and digital forensics.
Experience working with cross-functional security teams.
Knowledge of additional federal or industry-specific security standards and frameworks.
Prior experience briefing executive leadership or government stakeholders on insider threat matters.

Responsibilities

Establish and advance a comprehensive insider threat program.
Develop and implement deterrence, detection, and mitigation strategies.
Gather, integrate, and analyze threat-related data.
Assess risks, identify vulnerabilities, and design effective countermeasures.
Monitor employee activity across enterprise networks to enforce data protection and network security protocols.
Analyze intelligence to prioritize security risks and respond swiftly to emerging threats.
Provide ad hoc training and mentorship to junior team members.