Senior Threat Detection Engineer - macOS (Remote)

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Senior level
Cloud • Information Technology • Sales • Security • Cybersecurity
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The Role
The Senior Threat Detection Engineer will analyze intrusions and campaigns to improve the detection capacity of the Falcon Host platform. Key responsibilities include working within a threat-hunting team, implementing protections against cyber threats, and collaborating with various internal teams at CrowdStrike.
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As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day. We have 3.44 PB of RAM deployed across our fleet of C* servers - and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate an inclusive culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role: 

The CrowdStrike Endpoint Protection (EPP) Content Research & Response team is seeking a motivated professional with technical skills to analyze intrusions, detections and campaigns.  The Content Research & Response team is focused on improving detection capability and efficiency for the Falcon Host platform through tactical analysis of ongoing attacks by criminal and nation state actors impacting our customer base.

What You'll Do:

The role will be in a cutting-edge threat-hunting team regularly facing off against sophisticated malicious techniques and cyber criminals. You will be working alongside a team of experts whose role is to implement protections against the most prevalent threats today. This role will also require you to coordinate with various teams within CrowdStrike (Engineering, Intel, OverWatch, etc.). 

What You'll Need:

  • You are proficient in NIX environments
  • You have a good understanding of administrative functions of macOS
  • You can demonstrate experience in conventional network/host-based intrusion analysis, digital forensics or malware handling
  • You have experience with programming and scripting languages, in particular Python or Go
  • You are proficient in assessing cyber threat intelligence, open source intelligence or partner reporting
  • You have a good understanding of threats seen in the wild and challenges faced by industries in addressing them
  • You are capable and comfortable communicating information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • You are capable and keen to work across various teams, outside your own
  • You are looking for a dynamic, fast-paced and challenging role in an unconventional team environment
  • You have a keen interest in security research field (following subject matter expert blogs, building up static and dynamic analysis environment)
  • You have a deep drive to “stop the bad guys”
  • You have a Bachelor’s degree in information security, computer science or equivalent work experience.

Bonus Points:

  • Experience in a security operations center or similar environment tracking threat actors and responding to incidents
  • Experience in setting up your own test environment or building your own automation for process improvements and efficiency
  • Contributions to the open source community (GitHub, Stack Overflow, blogging)
  • Published research papers at conferences or through other mediums (blogs, articles).

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

  • Remote-friendly and flexible work culture

  • Market leader in compensation and equity awards

  • Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs

  • Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge

  • Paid parental and adoption leaves

  • Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role

  • Employee Resource Groups, geographic neighbourhood groups and volunteer opportunities to build connections

  • Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

  • 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.
 

CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements. 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.

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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $0 - $0 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location.

Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:03-22-2025

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The Company
HQ: Austin, TX
10,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

CrowdStrike has redefined security with the world’s most advanced cloud-native platform that protects and enables the people, processes and technologies that drive modern enterprise. Tested and proven, the world's largest organizations trust CrowdStrike to stop breaches with unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks.

The CrowdStrike culture has been built upon our Core Values since the day we began. We are Fanatical About the Customer, Relentlessly Focused on Innovation and believe that our Limitless Passion drives Unlimited Potential for every CrowdStriker. As a purpose-built remote-first company, we believe cultivating a connected culture for every employee, no matter where they are in the world, is a key ingredient in building a high-performing, diverse team.

We don’t have a mission statement. We’re on a mission—to stop breaches. Ready to join a mission that matters?

Why Work With Us

We have a culture that celebrates achievement, encourages flexibility and innovation and thrives on teamwork. We all work towards a single mission: to stop breaches. This common goal drives a sense of community and connection among our people across the globe.

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