About CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity, protecting the people, processes, and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission has remained unwavering: stop breaches before they wreak havoc. We've redefined modern security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform, Falcon. Our customers across all industries rely on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, communities safe, and lives moving forward. As a mission-driven company, we foster a remote-first culture that empowers every CrowdStriker with flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We're passionate about innovation, customer success, and building a collaborative community.

Role Overview

The Associate Analyst position on the Falcon Complete team is your entry into elite managed detection and response (MDR) services at CrowdStrike. Based in Tokyo, Japan, this role is remote-friendly for those currently residing in Japan. You'll join our virtual security operations center (SOC), detecting and responding to real-time incidents for customers worldwide. This future-dated position suits self-motivated analysts eager to test hands-on technical skills in incident detection, containment, and remediation. Expect a global follow-the-sun model with shifts spanning Wednesday to Saturday or Sunday to Wednesday, totaling 40 hours weekly with slightly longer days than a standard schedule. Ideal for Japanese speakers passionate about cybersecurity.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll dive deep into proactive threat hunting and response using the Falcon platform. Key responsibilities include:

• Exercising incident handling processes across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms to swiftly contain threats.
• Performing basic static and dynamic malware analysis to understand adversary tactics.
• Developing and improving processes for incident detection and executing countermeasures effectively.
• Producing high-quality written and verbal communications, delivering recommendations and investigation findings to customer management.
• Demonstrating industry thought leadership through blog posts, CrowdCasts, public speaking events, and managing internal programs or teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

We seek highly motivated candidates with 0-2 years of related experience who thrive independently. Essential qualifications include:

• Proven incident response experience investigating targeted threats like APTs, organized crime, or hacktivists.
• Knowledge of computer forensics, network forensics, system administration, and malware analysis tools.
• Strong project management and communication skills to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Native to business-level Japanese proficiency (including writing) for direct customer interactions; no proofreading needed.
• Business-level English is a plus but not mandatory. Currently residing in Japan required; Australia-based Japanese speakers welcome.
• Availability for allocated shifts in a global team environment.
• Bonus: Programming/scripting in Python, C, C#, Perl, Ruby, or .NET; thought leadership in incident response.

No supervision needed for technical tasks, with a passion for growing technical and soft skills while fostering a positive team atmosphere.

Benefits & Perks

Joining CrowdStrike means accessing top-tier benefits tailored to a remote-first lifestyle:

• Full remote work flexibility within Japan, balancing global collaboration.
• Competitive compensation with growth potential in Tokyo's cybersecurity market.
• Comprehensive professional development to accelerate your career in MDR and SOC operations.
• Health, wellness, and family support programs for work-life harmony.
• Stock options and performance incentives in a high-growth company.
• Vibrant culture with team-building events, mentorship, and innovation challenges.

Career Growth

CrowdStrike invests in your future. As an Associate Analyst, you'll expand your skill set through diverse incidents, gaining expertise in the Falcon platform's AI-powered endpoint detection and response (EDR). Rapid advancement opportunities await top performers, from senior analyst to team lead roles. Our virtual SOC provides mentorship from industry experts, exposure to cutting-edge threats, and platforms for thought leadership. Whether scripting custom tools or presenting at conferences, you'll own your trajectory in a company redefining cybersecurity.

Why Join CrowdStrike

At CrowdStrike, you're not just filling a role—you're joining a mission to stop breaches. Our Falcon Complete team powers MDR for enterprises facing sophisticated adversaries. Enjoy a remote-first culture that values autonomy, innovation, and fanatic customer commitment. Work with smart peers who challenge and inspire you daily. In Tokyo's thriving tech scene, this position offers unparalleled impact, leveraging your Japanese language skills for local and global clients. The future of cybersecurity starts with you—be part of the team protecting the world.

Role FAQs

Is this role fully remote?

Yes, full remote within Japan is possible for those currently residing there.

What shift patterns are required?

Wednesday-Saturday or Sunday-Wednesday, 40 hours/week with longer daily hours for follow-the-sun coverage.

Is Japanese mandatory?

Yes, high business to native-level Japanese (writing included) for customer communications.

What's the experience level?

0-2 years; entry-level with strong foundational skills.

How does Falcon Complete work?

Our MDR service uses the AI-native Falcon platform for 24/7 threat detection, response, and remediation.

Ready to apply? Search for Associate Analyst, Falcon Complete on CrowdStrike careers today.