#WeAreCrowdStrike and our mission is to stop breaches. As a global leader in cybersecurity, our team changed the game. Since our inception, our market leading cloud-native platform has offered unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. We’re looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to the customer to join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, CrowdStrike is committed to cultivating an inclusive, remote-first culture that offers people the autonomy and flexibility to balance the needs of work and life while taking their career to the next level. Interested in working for a company that sets the standard and leads with integrity? Join us on a mission that matters - one team, one fight.
About the Role:
CrowdStrike Intelligence is seeking a motivated security researcher with excellent technical skills to join the Advanced Research Team (ART). Security Researchers within ART will be expected to apply a broad set of skills to support the CrowdStrike Intelligence mission. ART is responsible for researching and publishing on topics related to information security, providing technical expertise to other teams within CrowdStrike Intelligence, developing tools to support analysts in their day-to-day duties, and collecting technical artifacts about adversary activity.
Aside from working on longer-term research and collection projects, ART security researchers will be required to provide unique solutions on short notice to serve ad-hoc needs by other teams within CrowdStrike Intelligence.
What You’ll Do:
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Develop automated solutions for collecting, processing and analyzing data at scale, e.g. malware samples, network traffic, or Internet-wide scanning data
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Operate, extend and create honeypots to identify and detect adversary TTPs
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Perform vulnerability research, e.g.
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Analyze vendor patches to recover vulnerability information
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Identify new vulnerabilities in applications or products
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Develop proof-of-concept exploits
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Collaborate across other teams at CrowdStrike Intelligence and beyond to
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Satisfy unique technical collection requirements
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Inform on information security topics
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Reproduce emerging vulnerabilities and provide actionable technical information
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Publish research results on the CrowdStrike blog or at conferences
What You’ll Need:
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Proficiency in English, both written and spoken
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Strong information security background with 4+ years experience
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Solid understanding of Linux and Microsoft Windows operating system internals
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Solid understanding of network protocols
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Solid software development experience in Python and low-level languages (in C for example)
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Ability to work remotely, in a collaborative team environment
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Excellent problem solving skills, creativity and strong analytical skills to investigate, assess, validate, and think outside the box
Bonus Points:
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Knowledge of reverse engineering tools (disassemblers, decompilers, debuggers) and processes (unpacking malware, reconstructing code logic, etc)
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Successful participation in CTF competitions
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Experience in vulnerability research and exploit development
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Experience with mobile platforms and operating systems (e.g. Android, iOS)
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Experience with the Go or Rust programming languages
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Threat Intelligence background
Education:
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BA/BS or equivalent experience in Information Security/Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or a related field
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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
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Remote-first culture
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Market leader in compensation and equity awards with option to participate in ESPP in eligible countries
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Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
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Physical and mental wellness programs
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Paid parental leave, including adoption
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A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
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Access to CrowdStrike University, LinkedIn Learning and Jhanna
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Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration
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Birthday time-off in your local country
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Work with people who are passionate in our mission and Great Place to Work certified across the globe
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] for further assistance.
