Director of Insider Threats

Overview:

The Director of Insider Threats is responsible for building, leading, and evolving the organization's Insider Threat Program (InTP) to proactively detect, investigate, and mitigate risks originating from within the organization. This includes threats posed by current or former employees, contractors, vendors, and partners. The role requires a multidisciplinary approach, integrating cybersecurity, behavioral analytics, threat intelligence, legal compliance, and HR collaboration.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Program Leadership:
  Establish and lead a comprehensive Insider Threat Program aligned with enterprise risk management, NIST, and industry best practices (e.g., NISPOM, CERT-RMM).
• Threat Detection & Monitoring:
  Oversee the design and deployment of tools and methodologies to detect anomalous behavior, data exfiltration, sabotage, espionage, or fraud by insiders.
• Investigations & Incident Response:
  Direct insider threat investigations in coordination with Legal, HR, and Physical Security; ensure timely, ethical, and discreet handling of cases.
• Cross-Functional Coordination:
  Partner with HR, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, and IT teams to ensure cohesive policies and response strategies that respect privacy and civil liberties.
• Analytics & Automation:
  Leverage UEBA, DLP, SIEM, and machine learning technologies to enable continuous behavioral monitoring and advanced threat modeling.
• Training & Awareness:
  Develop and deliver awareness campaigns and executive briefings on insider risk, policy changes, and reporting protocols.
• Governance & Reporting:
  Maintain program documentation, audit trails, and metrics; regularly brief executive leadership and boards on trends, mitigations, and risk posture.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Ensure the Insider Threat Program complies with all relevant regulations (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, NIS2) and contractual obligations.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Criminal Justice, Psychology, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, or insider threat-related roles, with 3+ years in a leadership position
• Deep knowledge of insider threat frameworks (e.g., CERT, NIST SP 800-53/61/171), behavioral analytics, and cyber investigation techniques
• Experience managing UEBA, DLP, and security telemetry platforms
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary investigations with confidentiality and sensitivity
• Strong executive presence, communication skills, and cross-functional influence
• Relevant certifications preferred: CISM, CISSP, CFE, CEH, or Insider Threat Program Manager (ITPM)

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working with government, defense, or critical infrastructure sectors
• Background in psychology, behavioral science, or fraud detection is a plus
• Understanding of supply chain and third-party risk implications

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The salary range for this position is: $152,311.10 - $175,000.00 USD

The salary range information provided, reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data.  Minimums and maximums may vary based on location.  Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors.  In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.

At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes: 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision 

• 401K with Matching 

• Flexible Time Off 

• Corporate Fitness Program 

• A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more

At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Our Values

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.