Principal Engineer, Insider Threat

Job Overview :

LPL Financial is seeking a Principal Engineer to work within its growing Information Security department reporting to the VP, Threat and Incident Response. The Principal Engineer will spearhead our insider threat program. In this role, you will develop strategies to mitigate risks posed by internal threats, conduct in-depth investigations, and collaborate with information security and other teams to enhance our security posture against insider threats. This is a senior level position requiring expertise in security operations, behavioral analysis, and risk management.

Responsibilities :

Lead the insider threat program, focusing on developing and implementing use cases leveraging existing technologies and identifying gaps in capabilities.

Lead relationship building with peer teams such as human resources, legal, compliance, risk management, and information security.

Develop and implement policies, standards and processes for insider threat mitigation.

Coordinate and support investigations into potential insider threats.

Develop and deliver briefings and risk assessments related to insider threat activity to senior leaders.

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements :

8+ years of experience of in insider threat or counterintelligence operations.

Strong technical knowledge and experience of insider threat indicators, risk scoring models, and behavioral analytics.

Technical proficiency in applicable tools such as DLP, SIEM, and UEBA.

Experience leading cross-functional teams (Legal, HR, Compliance, Security).

Applicable training or certifications such as CERT ITPM and CCITP.

Preferences :

Experience with a SIEM and / or big data analytics platforms preferred (MAPR / Hadoop, etc.)

Experience with multiple operating systems to include Windows, Mac OS, and Unix / Linux

Experience working in a team-oriented and collaborative IT environment. Highly self-motivated, directed, and can work independently without supervision

Background in the financial industry

LI-Hybrid

Pay Range :

143,100-$238,500 / yearActual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!

Company Overview :

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq : LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

Join LPL Financial : Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.