Insider Threat Detection Engineer

About the role

This role will lead technical work focused on secure, reliable systems and risk-aware execution. You will partner with business, technical, and operational stakeholders to build reporting, surface trends, and translate analysis into action. The position offers the opportunity to strengthen data-driven execution and help teams focus on the metrics that matter most within a Telecommunications & Hardware environment.

Responsibilities

• Build, test, deploy, and tune detection capabilities across various platforms and data sources
• Lead investigations into unusual data activities and insider-risk scenarios
• Collect and correlate data from multiple sources to establish activity timelines
• Develop automation and investigation tools to enhance case handling efficiency
• Assess insider-risk capabilities for performance and accuracy improvements
• Use hypotheses and testing methods to refine detection mechanisms
• Communicate findings clearly to various stakeholders during investigations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or related fields
• 7+ years in insider threat, detection engineering, or related security fields
• Proficient in conducting security investigations and analyzing activity
• Experience with SIEM, DLP, UEBA, and other relevant security technologies
• Skilled in at least one programming or scripting language, notably Python or Java
• Knowledge of identity management, cloud services, and data-exfiltration methods
• Strong communication skills for engaging with technical and non-technical teams

Benefits

• Equity opportunities for employees
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Flexible working hours
• Professional development support
• Relocation assistance if applicable

Pay

$168,000 – $310,500 annually

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available