Active Defense Services Senior Analyst (Remote) at CrowdStrike

About CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike stands as a global leader in cybersecurity, safeguarding people, processes, and technologies that power modern organizations. Since 2011, our unwavering mission has been to stop breaches using the world's most advanced AI-native platform, the Falcon platform. Serving customers across all industries, CrowdStrike ensures businesses run smoothly, communities stay safe, and lives move forward without interruption. We foster a remote-first culture that empowers every CrowdStriker with flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. Our team thrives on limitless passion, relentless innovation, and fanatical commitment to customers, community, and each other. Join us to shape the future of cybersecurity.

Role Overview

As an Active Defense Services Senior Analyst at CrowdStrike, you'll be at the forefront of global security, helping customer organizations recover from advanced attackers. This remote role offers hands-on experience in detecting, analyzing, and remediating ongoing security incidents. Whether you're leading incident response or diving deep into threats like Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs), organized crime, or hacktivists, your work directly stops breaches. With our Falcon platform, you'll utilize cutting-edge AI tools to find bad actors, remove them, and keep them out—ensuring customers' businesses thrive. Ideal for self-driven technical analysts ready to accelerate their skills in a dynamic, mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll apply your expertise across diverse scenarios:

• Exercise incident handling and remediation processes on Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.
• Perform basic malware analysis to uncover threat behaviors.
• Develop and refine processes for incident detection and countermeasures.
• Deliver high-quality written and verbal communications, recommendations, and findings to customer management.
• Demonstrate industry thought leadership through blog posts, CrowdCasts, and public speaking.
• Provide continuous feedback to enhance operational tools and capabilities.

Daily Impact

Expect to lead teams, interact with customers during crises, and mentor peers in a collaborative, remote-first setting powered by the Falcon platform.

Qualifications & Requirements

We seek candidates with proven experience in cybersecurity operations:

• Incident Handling: Conducting or managing responses to targeted threats like APTs, organized crime, and hacktivists.
• Computer Forensic Analysis: Proficiency with forensic tools to scope compromises.
• Systems Administration: Deep understanding of internals for effective countermeasures.
• Network Forensic Analysis: Expertise in protocols, tools, and log analysis.
• Malware Analysis: Static and dynamic techniques to dissect threats.
• Incident Remediation: Crafting tailored tactical and strategic plans.
• Network Operations/Architecture: Secure design and operational experience.
• Programming/Scripting: Python, PowerShell, .NET, or similar; openness to languages like C++, Perl.

All candidates must excel independently, manage projects, communicate effectively with customers, and contribute as thought leaders. A BA/BS in Computer Science or related field is preferred, alongside DFIR certifications, but passion and proven skills matter most.

Benefits & Perks

CrowdStrike offers premium compensation and perks tailored for top talent:

• Competitive salary range of $100,000 - $155,000 USD per year.
• Fully remote work with flexible hours in our remote-first culture.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching and stock options for long-term wealth building.
• Professional development stipend for certifications and training.
• Generous PTO, parental leave, and wellness programs.
• Access to the Falcon platform for cutting-edge tools and learning.

Career Growth

At CrowdStrike, career acceleration is core to our culture. As a Senior Analyst, you'll expand technical and soft skills through diverse incidents, mentorship from elite peers, and leadership opportunities. Contribute to thought leadership, influencing the industry via publications and events. Our remote-first model supports work-life balance while providing autonomy to innovate. Many advance to principal roles, engineering, or services leadership, backed by internal mobility programs and continuous learning resources focused on stopping breaches with AI-native tech.

Why Join CrowdStrike

Join a mission that matters: stopping breaches before they devastate. Work with the Falcon platform, the gold standard in endpoint detection and response, trusted by Fortune 500 leaders. Our remote-first culture eliminates commutes, fostering global collaboration among passionate innovators. Enjoy fanatical customer focus, community impact, and a supportive team environment. With rapid growth and a track record of redefining security, CrowdStrike offers stability, excitement, and purpose. Be part of the team that's changing cybersecurity forever.

Role FAQs

Is this role fully remote?

Yes, this Active Defense Services Senior Analyst position is fully remote within the United States, aligning with our remote-first culture.

What salary can I expect?

The disclosed range is $100,000 - $155,000 USD yearly, with potential for higher based on experience.

Do I need formal education?

A degree in Computer Science or related field is great, but equivalent experience and DFIR certifications are equally valued.

What platforms will I work on?

Expect multi-platform work across Windows, Mac, and Linux, leveraging the Falcon platform.

How does CrowdStrike support career growth?

Through mentorship, skill expansion, thought leadership opportunities, and our mission to stop breaches with innovative AI tech.