Senior Manager, Investigations and Insider Threat with Security Clearance

Job Description

Company: AV, Inc.

Location: Arlington, US

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Senior Manager, Investigations & Insider Threat is responsible for leading the AV Security organization’s investigative function and insider threat risk management program. This role leads AV’s security investigations team, coordinating with Legal, People & Culture, Cybersecurity, and other stakeholders to ensure timely action and clear communication. This role oversees AV’s Insider Threat Risk Management program, focusing on detection, assessment, and mitigation of risks posed by internal actors, while ensuring compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements.

The ideal candidate is a strategic security leader with deep investigative experience, strong analytical capabilities, and a demonstrated ability to build and mature insider threat programs in complex, technical environments.

Position Responsibilities Investigations

Leadership Lead and manage security internal investigations, including security incidents

Establish investigative standards, protocols, and case management processes

Ensure investigations are conducted in a timely, objective, and legally defensible manner

Partner with Legal, People & Culture, Cybersecurity, and Digital Business Technologies to coordinate investigative activities

Partners with Cybersecurity and Contracts to ensure timely regulatory reporting

Prepare executive-level reports and briefings on investigative findings and trends Insider Threat Risk Management Develop, implement, and mature the organization’s insider threat program

Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to trusted insiders, including employees, contractors, and partners

Establish monitoring, detection, and response capabilities aligned with industry frameworks (e.g., NISPOM, NIST, other U.S. Government guidance)

Integrate behavioral, technical, and security data sources to enable proactive threat identification

Lead insider threat working groups and governance forums

Ensure the timely and seamless flow of relevant information to FSOs, CPSOs, and CSSOs

Prepare and provide documentation to FSOs, CPSOs, and CSSOs in support of DCSA and USG customer assessments Risk & Compliance Ensure alignment with applicable regulations (e.g., 32 CFR 117, DFARS, NIST SP 800-171, and other relevant standards)

Maintain documentation, metrics, and audit readiness for government and internal reviews

Support incident response and crisis management activities as needed Team Leadership & Development Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing investigations and insider threat team

Provide training and awareness programs across the organization

Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and security awareness Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Security Studies, Intelligence, or related field (Master’s preferred)

8 -12+ years of experience in investigations, insider threat, security, or related discipline

Demonstrated experience leading complex investigations and managing sensitive cases

Experience developing or operating an insider threat program

Strong knowledge of legal considerations in workplace investigations

Ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive briefings

Ability to obtain and maintain TOP SECRET//SCI security clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain special accesses, which may require polygraph Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Experience in a cleared defense contractor or government environment

Familiarity with 32 CFR 117 (NISPOM rule), DCSA Insider Threat Program requirements, and NIST frameworks

Professional certifications such as: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Professional Certified Investigator (PCI)

Strategic thinking and program development

Investigative rigor and critical analysis

Sound judgment and ethical decision-making

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership and team development Special Requirements * U.S. Citizen or U.S.

Permanent

Resident (Green Card holder), per ITAR definition Location: Arlington VA; Herndon VA; Germantown, MD; Simi Valley CA; Huntsville AL; Albuquerque NM Reports To: Director, Corporate Risk & Intelligence Clearance: Top Secret//SCI – Required Clearance Level TS/SCI The salary range for this role is: $147,500 – $208,950 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the lo

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