Sr. Security Analyst, Falcon Complete (Hybrid)

CrowdStrike; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity company in the United States seeks an experienced professional to handle incidents and perform malware analysis. The ideal candidate has a strong background in incident response, computer forensics, and systems administration, along with a degree in a related field. The role offers a remote-friendly work culture and generous benefits package including competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Remote-friendly work culture

Market leader in compensation and equity awards

Comprehensive wellness programs

Competitive vacation and holidays

Paid parental and adoption leaves

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience conducting incident response investigations.
• Familiarity with forensic analysis tools.
• Understanding of system internals.
• Knowledge of network protocols and analysis tools.
• Ability to perform static and dynamic malware analysis.
• Strong understanding of targeted attacks.
• Experience with secure network architecture.
• Coding experience in multiple programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Conduct incident handling across various platforms.
• Perform malware analysis and incident detection.
• Improve processes related to incident response.
• Communicate findings effectively.
• Demonstrate thought leadership in cybersecurity.

Skills

Incident Handling

Computer Forensic Analysis

Systems Administration

Network Forensic Analysis

Malware Analysis

Incident Remediation

Network Operations and Architecture/Engineering

Programming/Scripting

Education

BA or BS / MA or MS degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

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. 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 a 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.

What You’ll Do

• Exercise incident handling processes across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.
• Perform malware analysis.
• Develop and improve processes for incident detection and the execution of countermeasures.
• Produce high-quality written and verbal communications, recommendations, and findings to customer management.
• Demonstrate industry thought leadership through blog posts, CrowdCasts, and other public speaking events.

What You’ll Need

• Successful candidates will have experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Incident Handling: experience conducting or managing incident response for organizations, investigating targeted threats such as the Advanced Persistent Threat, Organized Crime, and Hacktivists.
• Computer Forensic Analysis: a background using a variety of forensic analysis tools in incident response investigations to determine the extent and scope of compromise.
• Systems Administration: an understanding of system internals is required to understand how to implement and execute countermeasures and remediation.
• Network Forensic Analysis: knowledge of network protocols, network analysis tools, and ability to perform analysis of associated network logs.
• Malware Analysis: ability to perform static and dynamic malware analysis to understand the nature of malware.
• Incident Remediation: strong understanding of targeted attacks and able to create customized tactical and strategic remediation plans for compromised organizations.
• Network Operations and Architecture/Engineering: strong understanding of secure network architecture and background in performing network operations.
• Programming/Scripting: experience coding in C, C#, VB, Python, Perl, Ruby on Rails, and .NET.

Bonus Points

• Capable of completing technical tasks without supervision.
• Desire to grow and expand both technical and soft skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Contributing thought leader within the incident response industry.
• Ability to foster a positive work environment and attitude.

Requirements

Must be willing to work 4×10 schedule, including a day on the weekend.

Education

BA or BS / MA or MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math, Information Security, Information Assurance, Information Security Management, Intelligence Studies, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Policy, or a related field. Applicants without a degree but with relevant work experience and/or training will be considered.

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 Networks, geographic neighborhood 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 employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program. CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program. 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 for further assistance. CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program. The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $125,000 – $180,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off. Expected Close Date of Job Posting is: 12-07-2025