A checklist for preventing insider threats within an organization.
Verify information provided by candidates.
Assess personality traits and risk factors.
Verify eligibility for access to classified information.
Regularly review and revoke access as needed.
Use security information and event management (SIEM) tools and user and entity behavior analytics (UEBA).
Monitor and block unauthorized data transfers.
Educate employees about security risks and best practices.
Encourage a culture of security awareness and reporting.
Communicate expectations and consequences.
Define roles responsibilities and procedures.
Protect whistleblowers and ensure anonymity.
Work with legal counsel and law enforcement as needed.