What type of behaviors fall under the anomalous behaviors within the behavioral science pillar?

Anomalous behaviors within the behavioral science pillar primarily relate to interpersonal and technical behaviors. This distinction is significant because these behaviors often serve as indicators of potential insider threats. Interpersonal behaviors can include changes in how an individual interacts with colleagues, such as becoming unusually secretive or withdrawn, while technical behaviors might involve unauthorized access to sensitive information or unusual system activity.

Understanding these behavioral indicators is critical for identifying risks that may not be immediately apparent but could lead to significant security breaches. Monitoring these anomalous behaviors allows organizations to implement preventative measures and respond more effectively to potential insider threats. In contrast, the other behavior types—marketing and sales, financial and legal, and operational and strategic—do not specifically address the psychological and technical anomalies indicative of insider threats. These areas may provide contextual insight but lack the direct relevance to identifying behaviors that deviate from the norm in a security context.