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Senior Insider Threat Hunter
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The Senior Insider Threat Hunter is a technical subject matter expert for the threat hunting team for Humana systems. This role works closely with EIP's Threat Management and Response teams as well as other enterprise information security teams and will report to Associate Director.
The Senior, Insider Threat Hunter analyzes complex information systems to understand associated cybersecurity risks and provide proactive identification of security events. Works closely with EIP's SIEM functionality to conduct hypothesis-driven threat hunts, detect suspicious activity, and support the identification and investigation of potential security incidents.
Partners with SOC and incident response teams to validate findings, document outcomes, and recommend improvements to monitoring coverage and investigative processes. Contributes to insider threat monitoring by identifying anomalous user behavior, credential misuse, and suspicious data access or movement patterns, escalating concerns through appropriate channels.
Exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks, and works under general direction, using judgment to evaluate variable factors and determine the best course of action within established procedures.
Skills/Expertise
+ Develop custom tools and leverage automation and orchestration for threat hunting, malware research and threat intelligence needs.
+ Creation and maintenance of policy, standards, procedures, and documentation
+ Use KPIs and other metrics to identify opportunities for process improvements.
+ Experience working under and providing support for regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA, PCI, SOC2, etc.
**Use your skills to make an impact**
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology or a related field is preferred.
+ Minimum of 4 years' experience with threat hunting, threat research, threat intelligence or incident response.
+ Expert level understanding of the threat landscape in terms of the tools, tactics and techniques of threats and a strong understanding of how complex, multi-stage malware functions.
+ Advanced knowledge of security endpoint detection and response, network forensics and malware analysis across systems whether on premise or in varied cloud environments consisting of physical or virtual workloads.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Professional certification in a relevant cybersecurity field (i.e., OSCP, GCTI, GREM, etc)
+ AI/python scripting/automation
Remote/WAH requirements:
+ WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
+ A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
+ Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
+ A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$117,600 - $161,700 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 04-08-2026
**About us**
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at?Humana.com?and at?CenterWell.com.
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**Equal Opportunity Employer**
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our https://www.humana.com/legal/accessibility-resources?source=Humana_Website.
The Senior Insider Threat Hunter is a technical subject matter expert for the threat hunting team for Humana systems. This role works closely with EIP's Threat Management and Response teams as well as other enterprise information security teams and will report to Associate Director.
The Senior, Insider Threat Hunter analyzes complex information systems to understand associated cybersecurity risks and provide proactive identification of security events. Works closely with EIP's SIEM functionality to conduct hypothesis-driven threat hunts, detect suspicious activity, and support the identification and investigation of potential security incidents.
Partners with SOC and incident response teams to validate findings, document outcomes, and recommend improvements to monitoring coverage and investigative processes. Contributes to insider threat monitoring by identifying anomalous user behavior, credential misuse, and suspicious data access or movement patterns, escalating concerns through appropriate channels.
Exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks, and works under general direction, using judgment to evaluate variable factors and determine the best course of action within established procedures.
Skills/Expertise
+ Develop custom tools and leverage automation and orchestration for threat hunting, malware research and threat intelligence needs.
+ Creation and maintenance of policy, standards, procedures, and documentation
+ Use KPIs and other metrics to identify opportunities for process improvements.
+ Experience working under and providing support for regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA, PCI, SOC2, etc.
**Use your skills to make an impact**
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology or a related field is preferred.
+ Minimum of 4 years' experience with threat hunting, threat research, threat intelligence or incident response.
+ Expert level understanding of the threat landscape in terms of the tools, tactics and techniques of threats and a strong understanding of how complex, multi-stage malware functions.
+ Advanced knowledge of security endpoint detection and response, network forensics and malware analysis across systems whether on premise or in varied cloud environments consisting of physical or virtual workloads.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Professional certification in a relevant cybersecurity field (i.e., OSCP, GCTI, GREM, etc)
+ AI/python scripting/automation
Remote/WAH requirements:
+ WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
+ A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
+ Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
+ A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$117,600 - $161,700 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 04-08-2026
**About us**
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at?Humana.com?and at?CenterWell.com.
?
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our https://www.humana.com/legal/accessibility-resources?source=Humana_Website.
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