Insider Threat Investigation
Insider threat investigations require correlating technical evidence with behavioural context — while preserving fairness and investigation integrity.
When this service is needed
- —Suspicious data access or download activity
- —Unauthorized use of privileged accounts
- —Reports of potential intellectual property theft
- —Anomalous behaviour preceding employee departure
- —Policy violations involving sensitive data
- —Need for independent assessment of internal security concerns
What we investigate
- —Access patterns and authentication behaviour
- —Data movement and exfiltration indicators
- —Privilege usage and escalation events
- —Communication and collaboration platform activity
- —Device and endpoint usage patterns
- —Correlation of technical and behavioural signals
Methodology
Scope
Define investigation boundaries and relevant timeframes.
Preserve
Collect logs and evidence before any confrontation.
Analyse
Correlate access, data movement, and behavioural signals.
Report
Document findings objectively for appropriate stakeholders.
Typical deliverables
- —Investigation findings report
- —Access and activity timeline
- —Data movement analysis
- —Evidence summary
- —Recommendations for controls and monitoring
Frequently asked questions
Should we confront the employee first?
Premature confrontation can affect evidence, behaviour, and investigation integrity. Evidence should be preserved and analysed before confrontation decisions.
What legal considerations apply?
Insider threat investigations intersect with employment law and privacy requirements. Legal counsel should be involved alongside technical investigation.
Related insights
What Logs Matter During an Insider Threat Investigation
Insider threat investigations require correlating access patterns, data movement and behavioural signals. These log sources provide the foundation for evidence-based analysis.
When Suspicious Employee Behaviour Becomes a Security Investigation
Not every unusual behaviour warrants investigation. Learn the signals that indicate when employee activity crosses from anomaly to evidence-based security concern.
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