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Saronic Technologies · 1 week ago

Insider Threat Analyst

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. The Insider Threat Analyst will help build and operate Saronic’s emerging Insider Threat Program, focusing on the detection, assessment, and mitigation of insider risks across the organization. This role involves collaboration with various internal stakeholders to protect the company's data and promote a culture of security awareness.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMarine TechnologyMilitarySecurity

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Monitor employee and user activity across approved tools (e.g., access logs, case management systems, incident tickets) to identify potential insider risks or policy violations

Triage alerts and escalations from insider threat detections, HR referrals, and physical security incidents, escalating to senior analysts when warranted

Support containment and remediation activities during insider threat incidents by following established playbooks and direction from senior analysts or the Insider Threat Program lead

Identify, collect, and analyze data from multiple sources (HR/People data, security tools, access and badge logs, incident reports, and open-source/internal information) to validate suspicious behaviors and develop an initial risk picture

Incorporate the 13 adjudicative guidelines and relevant USG standards into basic behavioral assessments, focusing on indicators such as financial distress, foreign influence, substance misuse, or unexplained changes in behavior

Ensure investigation details, evidence, and analytic findings are accurately documented in the case management system, including timelines, rationale for decisions, and recommended next steps

Contribute to metrics development by ensuring cases, indicators, and outcomes are recorded consistently for program reporting

Collaborate with Physical Security to review facility access controls, assess anomalous badge activity, and respond to in-person security incidents involving personnel

Partner with HR/People on pre-employment checks, continuous evaluation inputs, and employee support or counseling processes related to behavior-based concerns

Coordinate with Cybersecurity, Legal/Compliance, and other internal teams to ensure investigations are handled lawfully, consistently, and in line with corporate policies and regulatory requirements

Participate in cross-functional meetings to discuss personnel-related risks and contribute to appropriate mitigation strategies (e.g., access restrictions, monitoring enhancements, referrals to HR)

Follow established insider threat playbooks and standard operating procedures for triage, investigation, and escalation

Provide feedback on playbooks, runbooks, and standard templates to help improve clarity, consistency, and analyst usability

Assist in maintaining and updating documentation for tools, workflows, and data sources used in insider threat investigations

Support the development, testing, and tuning of detections by providing case-driven feedback to senior analysts, security engineers, or product owners

Assist in delivering security awareness sessions and briefings focused on behavioral indicators, reporting obligations (e.g., SEAD requirements), and insider threat best practices

Support the preparation of routine reports on trends, case statistics, and compliance metrics for internal leadership and, where applicable, USG submissions

Help maintain accurate records of insider threat assessments, decisions, and follow-up actions in accordance with NISPOM and internal data retention requirements

Qualification

Insider Threat ProgramBehavioral AnalysisSecurity ProtocolsCase Management SystemsTS/SCI ClearanceInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsDocumentation Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Psychology, Criminal Justice, Security Management, Intelligence Studies, Cybersecurity, or a related field

3 - 5 years of experience in security, HR, investigations, intelligence, or related roles, preferably with exposure to insider threat or personnel security programs

Familiarity with the 13 adjudicative guidelines and basic behavioral analysis concepts

Ability to follow structured investigative processes and document work clearly and objectively

Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with HR, Physical Security, Cybersecurity, and other internal stakeholders

Basic understanding of security protocols and tools, with an emphasis on non-technical risk assessment and privacy considerations

Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

Ability to work in a SCIF environment and handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity

Preferred

Active TS/SCI clearance

Prior experience in a defense, IC, or cleared contractor environment

Exposure to CMMC, NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117), SEAD 3/4, or similar USG policy frameworks

Experience using case management systems, UEBA and SIEM tools, HRIS platforms, or similar systems in an investigative or analytic context

Participation in or support of insider threat, personnel security, or workplace investigations programs

Experience contributing to training, awareness campaigns, or policy/process documentation

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Company

Saronic Technologies

Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining best-in-class hardware, software and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform.

Founded in 2022

Austin, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees