Insider Threat Investigator

Join us in building the future of finance.

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

About the team + role We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

At Robinhood, security is foundational to trust. The Insider Trust team sits at the center of that mission: protecting Robinhood and our customers from risks that originate from within. We operate at the intersection of security, people, and risk, working closely with Legal, People Relations, Physical Security, Detection & Response, and business leaders to address complex and sensitive situations.

This is a hands-on investigative and analytical role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, can connect disparate signals, and is motivated to uncover the truth behind risky behavior. You will support and execute investigations today, while building toward owning more complex cases over time.We operate with a bias for action: moving quickly to assess and mitigate risk while enabling the business to continue operating effectively. Our goal is not to slow teams down, but to help them move fast, safely.

This role includes occasional travel to support high-priority investigations and on-site security assessments.

This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

What You’ll Do

• Support & Execute Insider Threat Investigations: Conduct investigations into potential insider threats, including data exfiltration and policy violations. Partner with senior investigators while building toward independent case ownership.
• Analyze Behavioral & Technical Signals: Correlate data across endpoints, cloud systems, and user activity (DLP, UEBA, SIEM) to identify risk patterns and anomalies.
• Turn Signals into Insights: Go beyond alerts - develop context, identify intent, and surface insights that drive action.
• Contribute to Risk Reduction Efforts: Support initiatives aimed at reducing insider risk, including identifying control gaps, improving detections, and strengthening investigative processes.
• Support Nation-State Risk Mitigation Efforts: Assist in identifying and evaluating potential insider risk tied to external influence, including nation-state actor tactics such as coercion, infiltration, or data targeting.
• Partner Cross-Functionally: Collaborate with Legal, People Relations, Physical Security, and Detection & Response to ensure investigations are aligned, defensible, and effective.
• Produce Clear, Actionable Reporting: Document findings in a concise, structured manner with evidence-based recommendations.
• Help Build Scalable Processes: Contribute to playbooks, workflows, and automation efforts that make investigations more efficient and repeatable.
• Operate with Speed and Pragmatism: Move quickly in high-pressure situations, helping the business mitigate risk without creating unnecessary friction. We prioritize enabling teams to operate safely, not slowing them down.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of insider threat, investigations, or related security roles
• Experience supporting or conducting investigations involving user behavior, data misuse, or policy violations
• Strong understanding of:

• Insider threat patterns and risk indicators
• Data exfiltration methods
• Investigative techniques

• Experience working with tools such as:

• DLP, UAM, UEBA, and SIEM
• Endpoint and/or cloud telemetry

• Ability to analyze large datasets and identify meaningful patterns
• Strong critical thinking and ability to connect technical signals to human behavior
• Solid written communication skills with the ability to clearly explain findings
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

Why this role matters

• Insider risk is one of the hardest problems in security: high-impact, low signal, and often hidden in normal behavior.
• This role helps protect:

• Customer data
• Company IP
• Financial integrity
• Trust in the platform

• You will play a direct role in identifying risk early, supporting critical investigations, and helping Robinhood stay ahead of both internal threats and externally influenced insider risk.

What We Offer

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career.
• Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
• Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.
• Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.
• Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.

In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits. Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.

Base Pay Range Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)

$140,000—$165,000 USD

Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)

$123,000—$145,000 USD

Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)

$110,000—$129,000 USD

Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.

If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.

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