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—from Fortune 100 companies to innovative startups—CrowdStrike ensures businesses run smoothly, communities stay safe, and lives progress without interruption. Our remote-first culture empowers every CrowdStriker with flexibility and autonomy to own their career trajectory. We foster a mission-driven environment fueled by limitless passion, relentless innovation, and fanatical commitment to customers, community, and each other.

Role Overview

As a Sr. Consultant, Incident Response - German Speaking (Remote, Europe), you'll join CrowdStrike's elite Services team, tackling high-stakes engagements like front-page incident response for top-tier organizations. This remote role, based in Germany, demands a German-speaking technical expert passionate about thwarting advanced attackers, including e-crime and nation-state threats. Dive into privileged intrusion investigations under outside counsel, accelerate your skills in a collaborative setting, and contribute to global security. Ideal for self-motivated professionals with incident response backgrounds ready to utilize their expertise fully.

Key Responsibilities

In this pivotal role, you'll drive impactful work on the front lines of cybersecurity:

• Lead incident response engagements as analyst and project manager, handling investigations for prominent organizations.
• Develop innovative threat hunting methods across vast datasets to detect bad actors.
• Conduct host and network-based forensics on Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.
• Perform basic malware analysis to uncover compromise details.
• Deliver high-quality written and verbal reports, presentations, and recommendations in English and German to stakeholders.
• Showcase thought leadership through blog posts, CrowdCasts, and public speaking.

Qualifications & Requirements

Successful candidates bring substantial experience in cybersecurity, particularly:

• Project management in matrixed consulting environments.
• Incident response for targeted threats like e-crime and nation-states.
• Computer forensic analysis using diverse tools.
• Incident remediation with tactical and strategic plans.
• Network operations, architecture, or cloud IR (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Exceptional communication for executive and technical audiences.

All candidates must be fluent in English and German, based in EMEA (ideally Austria, Switzerland, or Germany), capable of unsupervised technical tasks, and willing to travel within EU, UK, and US for meetings or on-site customer engagements (1-2 times yearly on short notice). A BA/BS or MA/MS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related fields is preferred; equivalent experience considered. Senior level requires substantial industry tenure; Consultant level needs 3+ years.

Essential Soft Skills

Beyond technical prowess, embody a desire for growth, strong project management, thought leadership in incident response, and a positive team attitude.

Benefits & Perks

CrowdStrike offers unmatched rewards for top talent:

• Market-leading compensation and equity awards.
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.
• Competitive vacation, holidays, and recharge time.
• Paid parental and adoption leaves.
• Professional development in a remote-first culture.

Enjoy the flexibility of remote work in Europe while accessing global opportunities.

Career Growth

At CrowdStrike, career acceleration is real. Expand your skill set through diverse engagements, mentorship from like-minded experts, and internal mobility. Our culture supports rapid growth for self-driven professionals, with avenues to lead investigations, publish insights, and influence the Falcon platform's evolution. Whether deepening forensics expertise or branching into cloud security, you'll thrive in an innovative ecosystem committed to your success.

Why Join CrowdStrike

Join a mission that matters: stopping breaches with cutting-edge AI via the Falcon platform. Work remotely from Germany, collaborate with global elites, and protect organizations from advanced persistent threats. Our remote-first culture balances autonomy with community, offering premium compensation (estimated €110,000-€180,000 yearly), equity, and perks that prioritize your well-being. Be part of redefining cybersecurity—your expertise will make a tangible difference.

Role FAQs

Is this role fully remote?

Yes, it's remote in Europe with occasional travel for team events or customer on-site (1-2 times/year).

What languages are required?

Fluent English and German for reports and client communication.

Do I need a degree?

Preferred in CS, Cybersecurity, etc., but relevant experience suffices.

What's the experience level?

Senior: Substantial; Consultant: 3+ years in IR/forensics.

How does CrowdStrike support career growth?

Through high-profile projects, training, mentorship, and thought leadership opportunities.