Director, Insider Threat

Posted 20 Days Ago
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Springfield, MA, USA
Hybrid
156K-205K Annually
Senior level
Big Data • Fintech • Information Technology • Insurance • Financial Services
We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love.
The Role
Lead the strategy and execution of the insider risk program, manage insider threat operations, and integrate cybersecurity efforts across the enterprise.
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The Opportunity
We are advancing an enterprise Insider Threat capability designed to protect the company's most critical assets from misuse or mishandling while reinforcing a culture of trust and accountability. This role will lead the strategy and execution of a modern insider risk program that integrates behavioral analysis, cyber telemetry, and investigative discipline to identify and manage human-driven risk.
The Director of Insider Threat will operate at the intersection of cybersecurity, workforce risk, and business operations. This leader will translate critical asset intelligence into targeted monitoring and detection, ensuring insider risk defenses are aligned to what matters most. The role requires close partnership with HR, Legal, Privacy, and cybersecurity operations to deliver consistent, fair, and risk-informed outcomes.
This position shapes how the enterprise protects trusted access at scale.
The Team
The Insider Threat organization is a multidisciplinary function responsible for detecting and managing insider-driven risk across employees, contractors, and third parties. The team combines investigative rigor, analytical depth, and strong professional judgment.
Core capabilities include:
  • Behavioral risk monitoring and signal analysis.
  • Insider threat investigations and case management.
  • Cyber deception and honeypot operations.
  • Workforce telemetry correlation.
  • Risk documentation and executive reporting.
  • Cross-functional coordination with HR, Legal, Privacy, and Compliance.

The Director will recruit, develop, and lead a high-trust team capable of handling sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.
The Impact
The Insider Threat function operationalizes protection of the enterprise's most sensitive assets by aligning monitoring and investigations to critical data context.
The Director of Insider Threat will:
  • Establish and mature the enterprise insider threat program.
  • Align detection and monitoring to crown-jewel asset priorities.
  • Enable early identification of misuse or mishandling risk.
  • Strengthen workforce trust governance and accountability.
  • Improve investigative consistency and defensibility.
  • Integrate insider risk intelligence into cyber operations.
  • Support executive visibility into workforce risk trends.
  • Reduce high-impact human-driven cyber incidents.

This role strengthens enterprise confidence in how trusted access is governed and protected.
The Minimum Qualifications
  • 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, insider threat, investigations, intelligence, or related risk disciplines.
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience leading insider risk, investigations, or fraud programs.
  • Strong understanding of behavioral risk indicators and cyber telemetry.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with HR, Legal, Privacy, or executive stakeholders.
  • Proven leadership experience managing technical or investigative teams.
  • Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and fairness.
  • Strong executive communication and reporting skills.
  • Experience handling confidential investigations or high-risk employee matters.
  • Experience establishing or scaling insider threat programs.
  • Background in digital forensics, intelligence analysis, or behavioral investigations.
  • Familiarity with deception technologies and adversary engagement.
  • Knowledge of workforce privacy and employment law considerations.
  • Experience in highly regulated environments.
  • Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or investigative credentials).
  • Degree in cybersecurity, intelligence studies, psychology, criminal justice, or related field.
  • Experience briefing executives on workforce risk trends.

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MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
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Salary Range: $156,000-$204,700

Top Skills

Behavioral Analysis
Cyber Telemetry
Cybersecurity
Deception Technologies
Digital Forensics
Intelligence Analysis

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HQ: Springfield, MA
6,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1851

What We Do

Since 1851, MassMutual’s commitment has always been to help people protect their families, support their communities, and help one another. This is why we want to inspire people to Live Mutual. We’re people helping people. Together, we’re stronger.

Why Work With Us

MassMutual has the financial security and stability of a 170+ year old company, with the culture and energy of a startup. We work every day with the customer front of mind to build the best digital experience in the industry.

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