Insider Threat Monitoring Lead

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility.

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cyber component of an insider threat program, applying extensive experience with insider threat programs, including knowledge of deterrence, detection, and mitigation strategies.
• Gather, integrate, analyze, and respond to threat-related information, assessing risks, identifying vulnerabilities, and developing effective countermeasures.
• Apply strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network security, data protection, and monitoring employee use of enterprise networks.
• Identify, assess, prioritize, and mitigate security risks.
• Analyze intelligence to understand and neutralize threats.
• Maintain 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."

Requirements

• Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, STEM, Information Technology, or Cybersecurity.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience leading the cyber component of an insider threat program.
• Active Top Secret clearance (SCI Eligible).

Skills

• Required: In-depth understanding of the principles, methodologies, and best practices for establishing, operating, and maturing an insider threat program.
• Preferred:
  • Counter-intelligence experience.
  • Digital Forensics and related certifications.
  • User Activity Monitoring (UAM).
  • User Behavior Analytics (UBA).

Location

Hybrid role in Reston, VA.

Our Core Values

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is defined by the 6Hs, values that guide everything we do:

• Happy - Be Infectious: Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive: Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy: Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded: Success is not achieved alone; humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager: Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven: Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.