About CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity, protecting the people, processes, and technologies that power modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission has remained unwavering: stop breaches before they happen. We've redefined security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform, the Falcon platform, which delivers cloud-native protection across endpoints, cloud workloads, identity, and data. Our customers span every industry, relying on CrowdStrike to keep businesses running, communities safe, and lives moving forward. As a mission-driven company, we foster a remote-first culture that emphasizes flexibility, autonomy, and ownership of your career. We're always seeking talented CrowdStrikers with passion for innovation and fanatical commitment to customers, community, and each other.

Role Overview

The Sales Development Representative (SDR) role at CrowdStrike in Austin, TX, is your launchpad into a high-impact career in cybersecurity sales. This hybrid position requires three days a week in our state-of-the-art Austin office, blending collaboration with flexibility. You'll partner with full-cycle sales professionals to drive net new business through multithreaded prospecting strategies, including direct engagement, social selling, and nurture campaigns. The goal? Booking qualified meetings with C-level decision makers. With world-class training focused on Sandler sales techniques, you'll evolve into a quota-carrying sales professional within 12-18 months. If you're passionate about SaaS B2B cybersecurity and ready to master enterprise software sales, this role positions you at the forefront of stopping breaches with the Falcon platform.

Key Responsibilities

As an SDR, you'll dive into the fast-paced world of cybersecurity sales with hands-on experience. Key responsibilities include:

• Gaining SaaS sales expertise by collaborating with CrowdStrike's top-performing sellers.
• Running meetings with VP and C-level executives to learn corporate selling strategies.
• Mastering the cybersecurity landscape through industry research and competitive analysis.
• Collaborating with partners to generate business opportunities and refine go-to-market strategies.
• Managing your book of business using leading sales tools like Salesforce and Outreach.
• Working cross-functionally with marketing, product, and sales teams to understand the full ecosystem of an industry leader.

These responsibilities build a strong foundation in business process optimization and prepare you for rapid career acceleration.

Qualifications & Requirements

We seek driven individuals who thrive in competitive environments. Essential qualifications include:

• Curiosity, coachability, and a competitive spirit.
• Customer-facing experience and high emotional intelligence (EQ).
• Passion for becoming a software sales expert in the SaaS B2B cybersecurity space.
• Interest in technology, enterprise software, and mentorship from industry leaders.
• Business acumen and eagerness to learn about the Falcon platform's role in stopping breaches.

Bonus points for outbound prospecting experience or prior SaaS sales. You must be within commuting distance of our Austin, TX office for hybrid work. No advanced degrees required—just relentless drive and a commitment to excellence.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Success as a CrowdStrike SDR demands adaptability in a remote-first culture where autonomy meets collaboration. Familiarity with cybersecurity trends and the ability to engage C-level stakeholders set top performers apart.

Benefits & Perks

CrowdStrike offers unmatched rewards to support your professional and personal life:

• Market-leading compensation with equity awards for long-term wealth building.
• Comprehensive wellness programs covering physical and mental health.
• Generous vacation, holidays, paid parental, and adoption leaves.
• Professional development for all levels, including sales training and certifications.
• Employee Networks, volunteer opportunities, and geographic groups to build meaningful connections.
• Vibrant hybrid office with world-class amenities in Austin.

We're Great Place to Work Certified™ globally and committed to equal opportunity, supporting veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Career Growth

At CrowdStrike, SDRs don't just fill a role—they launch thriving careers. Our structured development path includes Sandler training, mentorship from top sellers, and exposure to the Falcon platform. Within 12-18 months, high performers transition to Account Executives, carrying quotas and closing multimillion-dollar deals. Our remote-first culture ensures growth opportunities worldwide, with paths into strategic sales, partnerships, or leadership. Join a company where 80% of sales leaders started in development roles.

Why Join CrowdStrike

Choosing CrowdStrike means aligning with a mission that matters: stopping breaches in an era of escalating cyber threats. Work on the cutting-edge Falcon platform, beloved by Fortune 500 companies. Our remote-first culture offers flexibility without sacrificing collaboration, especially in our innovative Austin office. Be part of a premium team that's fanatically customer-focused, innovative, and community-oriented. With top compensation, equity, and perks, you'll thrive while contributing to global security.

Role FAQs

Is this role fully remote?

No, it's hybrid requiring three days per week in Austin, TX. You must be local or able to commute.

What salary can I expect?

Competitive base of $21K-$30K USD/year, plus commissions, equity, and bonuses—well above industry averages with upside.

Do I need cybersecurity experience?

Not required; passion and coachability matter most. We'll train you on the Falcon platform and cybersecurity fundamentals.

How does career progression work?

SDRs promote to AE roles in 12-18 months with proven performance, backed by world-class training.

What makes CrowdStrike's culture unique?

Remote-first with autonomy, mission-driven focus on stopping breaches, and a commitment to belonging for all.