Insider Threat Analyst Lead

Washington, DC


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Type: Contract

Category: Security

Industry: Government

Reference ID: JN -062026-107269

Date Posted: 06/03/2026

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Description:

Hybrid in Washington, DC

 

Our client seeks an Insider Threat Analyst Lead to support a federal cybersecurity program focused on identifying, analyzing, and mitigating insider threats. The lead will direct insider threat analysis efforts, leverage behavioral analytics and SIEM tools, and drive investigative processes to detect and respond to risks posed by internal actors.

 

Due to client requirements, applicants must be US Citizen and willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

 

Rate: $80.00 to $130.00/hr. w2


Responsibilities:
  • Lead and conduct in-depth technical analysis of insider threat activity across enterprise environments.
  • 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 indicators of insider activity.
  • Manage and oversee end-to-end case management for insider threat investigations, including documentation and escalation.
  • Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and indicators related to insider threats.
  • Collaborate with SOC, incident response, HR, legal, and security teams to support investigations and mitigation actions.
  • Develop and refine insider threat detection methodologies and analytic approaches.
  • Provide reporting, briefings, and recommendations to leadership on insider threat risks and investigation outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with federal policies and insider threat program requirements.

Experience Requirements:
  • 5+ years conducting in-depth technical analysis of insider threats.
  • 3+ years conducting behavioral analytics.
  • 2+ years using Splunk SIEM to correlate cybersecurity alerts.
  • 2+ years managing overall case management for cybersecurity investigations.
  • Certified Cyber Insider Threat Professional (CCITP) Program.
  • Preferred: Experience supporting federal insider threat or counterintelligence programs.
  • Preferred: Familiarity with User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) tools and methodologies.
  • Preferred: Strong understanding of insider threat frameworks, governance, and compliance standards.
  • Preferred: Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders (security, legal, HR, compliance).
  • Preferred: Strong analytical, investigative, documentation, and communication skills.

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Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (noreply@eliassen.com, 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
 

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:
 
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
 
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
 
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