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Insider Threat Hunt Analyst
Jobs via eFinancialCareers, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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About Northern Trust
Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award‑winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.
We provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions, remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Role
We are seeking an Insider Threat Hunt Analyst to join our Security Operations team. The analyst will proactively detect insider threats and attack techniques that may be present within the bank’s environment, collaborate with Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, and Insider Risk teams, develop new hypotheses, and create and deploy detection rules to mature our threat detection capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct proactive threat hunts focused on potential insider threats using endpoint, network, and cloud log data.
Develop and refine insider threat detection use cases.
Create and deploy insider‑focused threat detection rules.
Recommend improvements to insider monitoring, alerting, and automation.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on insider risk scenarios.
Stay informed on the latest insider threat trends, tactics, and techniques.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably in Insider Threat, Digital Forensics, Threat Hunting, or Incident Response.
Proficiency in writing and tuning detection logic in SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, Elastic).
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
Strong technical background in log analysis, data correlation, and behavioral analytics.
Working knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred but Not Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
Security+, ENC, GSEC, GCIH, CGFA or other cybersecurity-related certifications.
Understanding of human behavioral analytics or psychology of insider risk, or an investigative background.
Salary $114,500 - $194,700 USD per year.
Benefits and Compensation Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and additional voluntary and well‑being benefits. We also offer a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
Work Environment As a Northern Trust partner, you will experience a flexible and collaborative culture, access to senior leaders, opportunities for movement within the organization, and a commitment to community service.
Reasonable Accommodation We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com.
Application Information Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: Not specified.
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About Northern Trust
Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award‑winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.
We provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions, remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Role
We are seeking an Insider Threat Hunt Analyst to join our Security Operations team. The analyst will proactively detect insider threats and attack techniques that may be present within the bank’s environment, collaborate with Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, and Insider Risk teams, develop new hypotheses, and create and deploy detection rules to mature our threat detection capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct proactive threat hunts focused on potential insider threats using endpoint, network, and cloud log data.
Develop and refine insider threat detection use cases.
Create and deploy insider‑focused threat detection rules.
Recommend improvements to insider monitoring, alerting, and automation.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on insider risk scenarios.
Stay informed on the latest insider threat trends, tactics, and techniques.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably in Insider Threat, Digital Forensics, Threat Hunting, or Incident Response.
Proficiency in writing and tuning detection logic in SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, Elastic).
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
Strong technical background in log analysis, data correlation, and behavioral analytics.
Working knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred but Not Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
Security+, ENC, GSEC, GCIH, CGFA or other cybersecurity-related certifications.
Understanding of human behavioral analytics or psychology of insider risk, or an investigative background.
Salary $114,500 - $194,700 USD per year.
Benefits and Compensation Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and additional voluntary and well‑being benefits. We also offer a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
Work Environment As a Northern Trust partner, you will experience a flexible and collaborative culture, access to senior leaders, opportunities for movement within the organization, and a commitment to community service.
Reasonable Accommodation We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com.
Application Information Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: Not specified.
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