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Legal Investigator and Threat Researcher

AT Meta
Meta

Legal Investigator and Threat Researcher

Menlo Park, CA

Meta seeks an experienced investigator and data analyst to support its important affirmative and defensive litigation docket and enforcement work. The investigator will manage investigation requests from Meta's litigation team from start to finish. This work will involve a range of responsibilities, including researching and investigating violations of Meta's terms and policies, attributing conduct to those responsible for it, data collection and analysis, and OSINT investigations. This is a great opportunity to work on Meta's high-impact legal matters and a variety of teams across Meta.

Legal Investigator and Threat Researcher Responsibilities:

  • Work under your own initiative to develop investigative work plans and strategies
  • Conduct data-based investigations using a variety of methodologies
  • Work cross-functionally with teams across Meta
  • Use SQL and other internal tools to collect and analyze data
  • Document investigative findings in detailed and comprehensive reports and deliver results to a variety of audiences
  • Authenticate data and other information, including through sworn declarations and testimony
Minimum Qualifications:

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  • 8+ years of combined experience collecting and analyzing data, conducting investigative research, and developing investigative work plans and strategies
  • Experience conducting complex investigations
  • Experience drafting investigative reports and documenting evidence and findings
  • Demonstrated experience using SQL and data tables
  • Experience presenting investigative findings to non-technical personnel
  • Experience using analysis tools similar to Maltego or Tableau
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of combined experience collecting and analyzing data, conducting investigative research, and developing investigative work plans and strategies
  • College degree with a focus on statistics or computer science
  • In-depth experience with written communications, explaining, and using SQL to collect data
  • Experience working with an in-house legal team
  • Demonstrated experience understanding and explaining python, JavaScript, and other common programming languages
About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

$150,000/year to $213,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Client-provided location(s): Menlo Park, CA, USA
Job ID: a1KDp00000E2P6uMAF_1002
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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