Senior Insider Threat Investigator

Allstate

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Work type
Remote
Location
IL
Salary
$80,000–$165,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
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Below market

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About Allstate

The Allstate Corporation is one of the largest publicly held personal lines insurers in the US, widely recognized for its "You're In Good Hands With Allstate®" slogan.

Allstate currently has 52 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Insider Threat Investigator

The Senior Insider Threat Investigator joins the team to develop and execute portions of the enterprise insider threat investigation and analytics program. This role involves performing high-complexity investigations into data loss, fraud, and policy violations by analyzing user activity, access patterns, logs, and behavioral data. The investigator will develop timelines, risk assessments, and root-cause analyses while enhancing investigative playbooks and response procedures. Key responsibilities include communicating complex findings to leadership and partnering with legal, HR, and cybersecurity teams to ensure regulatory compliance. Candidates must possess expertise in digital forensics, SIEM, and investigative analytics platforms. Required skills include knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, and GDPR frameworks to mitigate risks, identify control gaps, and provide data-driven insights to strengthen the overall security posture and protect sensitive information.

What you'll do

  • Perform high-complexity insider threat investigations by analyzing user activity, access patterns, logs, and behavioral data.
  • Develop timelines, risk assessments, root-cause analyses, and evidentiary documentation for complex investigations.
  • Coordinate investigative actions and communications to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information.
  • Research and analyze potential insider threat risks, trends, and control gaps across assigned areas.
  • Develop and enhance investigative playbooks, workflows, and response procedures.
  • Monitor indicators of insider risk to support detection, escalation, and containment activities.
  • Translate investigative findings into recommendations for process, service, and technical improvements.
  • Communicate complex investigative methodologies, findings, and mitigation strategies to leadership and partners.

What we're looking for

  • 3+ years of experience in insider threat programs, cybersecurity investigations, digital forensics, or risk analytics.
  • Advanced knowledge of insider threat investigation methodologies, behavioral monitoring, and forensic analysis techniques.
  • Experience with DFIR, SIEM, and investigative analytics platforms.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory and control frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and GDPR.
  • Ability to apply data-driven insights to risk mitigation and program improvement.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting.
  • Ability to submit to a background investigation.

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