Addressing the Challenge of the Insider Threat

Description

The Insider Threat remains one of the most challenging aspects of both physical and cyber security that exists within a nuclear organization. An individual with access, knowledge, and motivation to conduct a malicious act against the organization has the potential to conduct serious damage. Statistics show that the Insider Threat is real with frequent reports of organizations being victimized by insider activities.
A key element of a nuclear security program is the implementation of insider threat mitigation which integrates cross-discipline activities and measures to develop a defense in depth posture. Security operations and cyber security must work in unison for insider threat mitigation. A cyber security incident at a nuclear facility should immediately raise concerns for insider activity be it malicious intent or unwitting action.
This paper examines the practical implementation and evaluation of insider threat mitigation measures at a nuclear facility. It examines the state of practice as well as the potential application of advanced technologies such as AI. The insider threat is a complex problem that requires careful consideration and associated security controls.

Period	22 May 2024
Event title	IAEA ICONS 2024
Event type	Conference
Location	Vienna, AustriaShow on map
Degree of Recognition	International