Using behavioral markers to keep internal risk low

Internal risks are a major culprit when it comes to unauthorized network access and data leaks but trying to figure out which employees, if any, pose that type of danger can be daunting (unless they clearly display disgruntled behavior). However, as some experts advise, there are ways to spot such problem employees before they do any damage, through behavior assessment. Big signs include aggression in the workplace, insubordinate acts, and nasty communication with coworkers and supervisors. They're called behavioral markers and paying attention to them can help IT ensure that the internal risk factor stays low.

For more on identifying employee malcontents:
- read this article at InformationWeek