GSI Insider Threat & Counterintelligence Investigator

Overview

To identify, review, and investigate insider risk activity with an emphasis on counterintelligence threats across Navy Federal's corporate enterprise. Conduct full scope complex investigations into potential foreign collection, unauthorized disclosures, foreign intelligence influence, and misuse of access to protect sensitive information, personnel, and assets. Partner across Fraud, Information Security, IT, HR, Legal, Compliance, Technology, and Operations to mitigate risk and strengthen enterprise resilience.

Ensure adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations, and Navy Federal policies. Work is performed in an independent manner under general direction.

• Investigate insider threat indicators and counterintelligence risks (e.g., unauthorized disclosures, suspicious contacts, data misuse, foreign influence, and compromise of sensitive information) from multiple channels and referral sources
• Conduct structured interviews, evidence collection, and documentation; ensure chain of custody and preservation of evidence per applicable laws, regulations, and corporate procedures
• Analyze behavioral, technical, and contextual signals (e.g., anomalous access, travel patterns, workplace conduct, financial stressors) to assess likelihood and impact of insider events
• Perform risk assessments and case triage, prioritizing investigations based on threat severity, business impact, and regulatory exposure
• Develop investigative plans and produce detailed reports (findings, supporting facts, and recommended actions) for leadership, HR, Legal, and Compliance
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, Compliance, IT Security, Physical Security, and business units to develop corrective actions, response plans, and control enhancements
• Maintain liaison with federal agencies and industry partners to share threat intelligence, best practices, and deconflict activity when appropriate
• Support policy, governance, and awareness programs for insider risk and counterintelligence; contribute to training content and targeted communications
• Monitor and evaluate insider risk tooling and workflows (e.g., DLP, UEBA, access controls) and recommend improvements to detection and case management
• Prepare data and metrics for analysis and executive reporting; identify trends, systemic issues, and control gaps
• Advise on preventive measures (e.g., segregation of duties, privileged access reviews, travel/security advisories, pre-employment and continuous evaluation enhancements)
• Maintain knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations, and Navy Federal policies and procedures
• Preferred:
  Investigate fraud-related activities as needed, leveraging expertise in fraud detection and prevention.
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Credentialed federal agent (former/retired)- counterintelligence investigative and operational authorities
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Studies, Intelligence, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Demonstrated extensive experience conducting insider threat and/or counterintelligence investigations in a corporate and/or federal environment
  Expert knowledge of insider risk frameworks and counterintelligence principles (e.g., unauthorized disclosure prevention, foreign contact risk, tradecraft indicators)
• Extensive experience working cross-functionally with HR, Legal, Compliance, IT Security, and Operations in sensitive investigations
• Expert skill applying analytical techniques to correlate behavioral, access, and contextual data and develop defensible conclusions
• Expert investigative, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including structured interviewing and elicitation
• Expert skill exercising initiative and sound judgment to make timely, risk-based decisions in high-stakes cases
• Expert written and verbal communication skills, including executive-ready reports and briefings
• Expert organizational, planning, and time management skills; able to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously
• Expert skill following, interpreting, and applying relevant data/instructions to guidelines, procedures, practices, and regulations
• Expert skill building relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy, and tact; able to influence and negotiate in sensitive matter
• Expert proficiency with case management and productivity tools (word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software)
• Position based in Navy Federal Headquarters, Vienna, VA campus

• Master's degree in Criminal Justice, Security, Intelligence, Business, or related field
• Experience in federal counterintelligence and/or insider threat programs (e.g., DoD, IC, DHS)
• Experience working corporate insider risk leadership
• Working knowledge of relevant frameworks and directives (e.g., EO 13587, ICD 704/705, NISP/32 CFR Part 117, applicable privacy and labor requirements)
• Familiarity with Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies, and…