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Eliassen Group

Insider Threat Analyst Lead

Washington, DC · On-site

$80 - $130/hr

Perform behavioral analytics to identify anomalous user behavior, insider risk patterns, and potential threats. * Utilize SIEM tools, including Splunk, to correlate cybersecurity alerts and identify ...

Core4ce

Insider Threat Analyst

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Establish and maintain the ability to implement information-driven and risk-based detection, prevention, deterrence, response, and protection efforts to mitigate the insider threat * Utilize and ...

Core4ce

Insider Threat Analyst

Alexandria, VA · On-site

Establish and maintain the ability to implement information-driven and risk-based detection, prevention, deterrence, response, and protection efforts to mitigate the insider threat * Utilize and ...

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How much do insider risk jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for insider risk in Springfield, VA is $31.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.34 and $40.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Insider Risk Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Insider Risk Analyst, you need a solid background in information security, risk assessment, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in cybersecurity or a related field. Familiarity with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, user behavior analytics, and certifications such as CISSP or CISA are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, discretion, and communication skills are crucial for identifying threats and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills ensure prompt detection and mitigation of internal security threats, protecting organizational assets and data integrity.

What is an Insider Risk professional?

An Insider Risk professional is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating threats posed by individuals within an organization, such as employees, contractors, or business partners. These threats can include data theft, fraud, sabotage, or unintentional errors that could harm the company. Insider Risk professionals develop policies, monitor user behavior, and implement security controls to protect sensitive information and assets. Their goal is to balance organizational security with privacy and productivity.

What is the difference between Insider Risk vs Insider Threat Analyst?

AspectInsider RiskInsider Threat Analyst
Primary FocusIdentifying and managing potential risks posed by insiders to prevent security breachesDetecting, analyzing, and responding to insider threats and security incidents
Required CredentialsSecurity certifications (CISSP, CISA), risk management experienceCybersecurity certifications (CEH, GIAC), threat analysis experience
Work EnvironmentRisk management teams, security departments, corporate settingsSecurity operations centers, incident response teams, cybersecurity units

Insider Risk professionals focus on proactively identifying and mitigating potential insider-related threats, emphasizing risk management strategies. In contrast, Insider Threat Analysts are more involved in detecting and responding to actual threats and security incidents. Both roles require cybersecurity knowledge and certifications but differ in their primary responsibilities within security teams.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Insider Risk roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Insider Risk roles often face challenges such as balancing employee privacy with security needs, detecting subtle behavioral indicators of risk, and fostering a culture of trust while enforcing policies. Addressing these challenges requires strong communication skills, collaboration with HR and IT departments, and the utilization of advanced monitoring tools that respect privacy regulations. Additionally, ongoing training and clear protocols help teams respond effectively while maintaining organizational transparency.
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Infographic showing various Insider Risk job openings in Springfield, VA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 78% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, 7% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,909 per year, or $31.7 per hour.
Senior Manager, Insider Threat Incident Response

Senior Manager, Insider Threat Incident Response

Marriott International

Bethesda, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Marriott International rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,173 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 106 rated hotels

Job description


JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for operating and evolving a framework for insider risk incident response and mitigation supporting the Global Insider Threat Management Program. Duties will include overseeing incident response to insider incidents and collaborating with multiple areas of the business, including managers, human resources, franchise services, legal, investigations, physical security, SOC/CIRT, and information technology groups. The Sr. Manager will manage cradle-to-grave incident management through problem and vulnerability mitigation through additional controls, processes and training. This includes assisting with program metrics (KPI/KRI) to ensure the advancement of the program across the enterprise, while mitigating human risk to the organization.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/certification

  • 7+ years' experience in insider threat/risk, or information security that includes cross-functional incident response, risk assessments, threat mitigation, and/or investigative support.

  • Experience conducting interviews of witnesses, subjects of wrongdoing, and producing written documentation for legal and HR counterparts

  • Strong computer use skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint and other applications

Preferred:
  • Current certifications, including Certified Insider Threat Program Manager, Certified Insider Threat Vulnerability Assessor, Certified Threat Manager.

  • Project management skills

  • Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others

  • Ability to manage the details and compliance with standards and expectations

  • Prior experience with SIEM, UEBA, and DLP

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Insider Threat Management & Response
  • Operate and improve an existing process to respond and mitigate insider threats (identified and referred by the analysts and threat hunting team) by referring incidents for action to the correct stakeholders, ensuring appropriate and consistent responses, tracking results and preparing metrics and KPIs.

  • Conduct complex, confidential investigations into potential insider threats involving data exfiltration, sabotage, fraud, or behavioral anomalies in partnership with CIRT/SOC, Department of Investigations, HR, Legal teams and others.

  • Responsible for gathering relevant intelligence regarding insider threat tactics, techniques, and procedures.

  • Contribute to the continuously evolving the Global Insider Threat Management Program roadmap, technology stack, and governance.

  • Act as a technical subject matter expert to enhance adjacent programs such as incident response, threat hunting, and custom detection development.

  • Develop and report on key metrics of the insider threat management program.

  • Perform analysis of incident trends and outcomes for Insider Threat hunt pivoting and business communications to address identified issues.

  • Manage the analysis of artifacts to determine potential specific adversary and motives.

  • Respond to crisis or urgent situations within the pertinent domain to mitigate immediate and potential threats and comply with relevant data breach laws. Use mitigation, preparedness, and response and recovery approaches, as needed, to maximize safety and security of systems, preservation of intellectual property, and information security. Investigates and analyzes all relevant security and privacy response activities.

  • Conduct assessments of threats and vulnerabilities, determine deviations from acceptable configurations or enterprise or local policy, assess the level of risk, and develop and/or recommend and operationalize appropriate mitigation countermeasures.

  • Identify and assess the capabilities and activities of; produce findings to help initialize or support law enforcement and counterintelligence investigations or activities.

  • Synthesizes and places regulatory and intelligence information in context; draws insights about the possible implications

Maintaining Goals
  • Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines are met.

  • Promotes the documenting of project progress accurately.

  • Provides input and assistance to other teams regarding projects.

Managing Work, Projects, and Policies
  • Manages and implements work and projects as assigned.

  • Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.

  • Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

  • Provides timely, accurate, and detailed status reports as requested.

Demonstrating and Applying Discipline Knowledge
  • Provides technical expertise and support to people inside and outside of the department.

  • Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.

  • Demonstrates knowledge of function-specific procedures.

  • Keeps up-to-date technically and applies new knowledge to job.

  • Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to enter data and/ or process information.

Delivering on the Needs of Key Stakeholders
  • Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders.

  • Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.

  • Determines priorities, schedules, plans and necessary resources to ensure completion of any projects on schedule.

  • Collaborate with internal partners and stakeholders to support business/initiative strategies

  • Communicate concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand.

  • Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.

  • Demonstrates an understanding of business priorities

Leading Discipline Team
  • Champions leaders' vision for product and service delivery.

  • Responsible for managing a team of resources, including associates and/or contractors/service providers

  • Works with direct reports and peers to develop and implement strategies and goals. Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding goals to produce desired results.

  • Makes and executes the necessary decisions to keep team and individuals moving forward toward achievement of goals.

  • Provides targeted and timely communication of results, achievements and challenges to direct reports, peers, and leaders.

Managing and Conducting Human Resources Activities
  • Interviews and hires employees.

  • Promotes the fair and equitable treatment of employees.

  • Facilitates regular, ongoing communication in department (e.g., staff meetings).

  • Fosters employee commitment to providing excellent service, participates in daily stand-up meetings and models desired service behaviors in all interactions with customer and employees.

  • Incorporates customer satisfaction as a component of staff/operations meetings with an emphasis on generating innovative ways to continually improve results.

  • Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for performance goals.

  • Solicits employee feedback.

  • Utilizes an "open door policy" and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns

  • Promotes adherence to policies consistently, follows disciplinary procedures and documents items according to Standard and Local Operating

Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process
  • Conducts annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures.

  • Champions change ensures brand and regional business initiatives are implemented and communicates follow-up actions to team as necessary.

  • Identifies talents of direct reports and their teams and assists with their growth and development plans.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
About Us
All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Click here to learn more.
Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance.
Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually.
Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.
About the Team
Marriott International is the world's largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

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