Threat Analyst – Machine Learning Operations & Detection Efficacy (Remote)

VulnU; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Retirement match

Job summary

CrowdStrike is seeking a Threat Analyst in a remote capacity to advance machine learning detections and efficacy. You will analyze malware, investigate detections, and improve model performance while collaborating with Data Science and Malware Research Center.

The role emphasizes reverse engineering, binary analysis, and threat/risk assessment across diverse operating systems, with a focus on reducing false positives and enhancing incident response using AI-driven workflows.

Qualifications

• Exposure and understanding of different types and functionality of malware.
• Experience with reverse engineering malware, or malware operations.
• Knowledge of programming and scripting languages, in particular Python.
• Fundamental understanding of attributes of binary files such as imports/exports and packers.
• Ability to demonstrate practical knowledge of research/collection skills and analytical methods.
• General understanding of threat/risk management and threat/risk assessment.
• Familiarity with various operating systems.
• Ability to break down complex problems into workable components.
• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze detection data including customer reports to determine which aspects of the machine learning models can be improved.
• Perform tasks to enable better-management of false positive detections.
• Analyze binary files to determine their legitimacy.
• Review current product detections to ensure they are performing to the company standard.
• Address internal questions and concerns regarding customer threat detections.

Skills

Malware analysis

Reverse engineering

Python programming

Threat modeling

AI-enabled decision making

Tools

Windows API

C/C++

Java

Assembly

Linux

Job description

# Threat Analyst – Machine Learning Operations & Detection Efficacy (Remote)CrowdStrike · crowdstrike.comCategory: Detection & ResponseLocation: RemoteSalary: $100,000 – $150,000## Quality of lifeWhat the posting states. Hover or tap a perk to see the line it came from.* Equity* Retirement matchAs 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 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 proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. 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:Our CrowdStrike Data Science Machine Learning Operations and Response Team is looking for a Threat Analyst who is both customer- and team-focused. This role will include both response and pro-active aspects. This role will be perfect for anyone who has experience involving detections and/or reverse engineering. The primary responsibility of this role will be to analyze malware and detections by investigating individual customer detection tickets. This team is focused on improving detection capability and efficiency through analysis of malware or other threat detections impacting our customer base. Experience with detections of potentially malicious behavior by machine learning models is a plus.Bring your passion for helping internal partners resolve questions about detections of potentially malicious activity by machine learning and our detection capability. Our goal for the team is to both help internal teams respond to customer-inquiries about threat detection and to provide information about the effects of our detections into the Data Science organization - including detection efficacy and managing false positive detections.This role will work most closely with internal teams such as Technical Account Managers, Falcon Complete, Data Scientists and the Malware Research Center in Data Science.What You'll Do:Analyze detection data including customer reports to determine which aspects of the machine learning models can be improvedPerform tasks to enable better-management of false positive detectionsAnalyze binary files to determine their legitimacyReview current product detections to ensure they are performing to the company standardAddress internal questions and concerns regarding customer threat detectionsWhat You'll Need:Exposure and understanding of different types and functionality of malwareExperience with reverse engineering malware, or malware operationsKnowledge of programming and scripting languages, in particular PythonFundamental understanding of attributes of binary files such as imports/exports and packersAbility to demonstrate practical knowledge of research/collection skills and analytical methodsGeneral understanding of threat/risk management and threat/risk assessmentFamiliarity with various operating systemsAbility to break down complex problems into workable componentsProven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.Bonus Points: Experience in a security operations center or similar environment responding to incidentsA thorough understanding of Windows OS internals and the Windows APIKnowledge of MacOS and/or LinuxFamiliarity with tools used in targeted and criminal cyber-intrusionsA background in exploit and vulnerability analysisKnowledge of a variety of programming languages including C, C , Java, and assemblyExperience with threat detections by machine learning.#LI-CS1#LI-RemoteBenefits of Working at CrowdStrike:Market leader in compensation and equity awardsComprehensive physical and mental wellness programs Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge Paid parental and adoption leavesProfessional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or roleEmployee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connectionsVibrant office culture with world class amenitiesGreat Place to Work CertifiedTM across the globeCrowdStrike 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 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 this website, submitting an application, requesting an accommodation, or providing feedback on the job posting, please contact us at recruiting crowdstrike.com.Find out more about your rights as an applicant.CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program.Notice of E-Verify ParticipationRight to WorkCrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the pay range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $100,000 - $150,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.For detailed information about the U.S. benefits package, please click here.