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. We've redefined modern security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform, the Falcon platform, processing nearly 3 trillion events per day. Our customers across all industries rely on us to keep their businesses running, communities safe, and lives moving forward. At CrowdStrike, we foster a remote-first culture that emphasizes flexibility, autonomy, and a relentless focus on innovation. We're mission-driven, cultivating an environment where every CrowdStriker can own their career with limitless passion for our customers, community, and each other.

Role Overview

The Sr. Engineer - Threat Detection role on the Cloud Content team is pivotal to the Falcon Cloud Security Platform. This hybrid position in Austin, Texas, offers a unique opportunity to safeguard cloud environments against evolving threats in cloud and Linux-based systems. As a detection engineer, you'll stay ahead of the threat landscape, conduct rapid responses to malicious campaigns, and drive continuous improvements in our detection capabilities. Your research will directly shape product direction, ensuring customers benefit from the most advanced security measures. This role suits security enthusiasts passionate about engineering projects and real-world experience against advanced threat actors targeting cloud workloads.

Hybrid Work Model

Embrace a hybrid schedule requiring 2-3 days in the Austin office weekly, balancing collaboration with flexibility in our remote-first culture.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll play a critical part in enhancing CrowdStrike's cloud detection prowess. Key responsibilities include:

• Staying abreast of the latest threat landscape and cloud security trends, continuously updating detection strategies for emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Providing rapid response to potential malicious campaigns or exploitation of cloud runtime resources post-vulnerability disclosure.
• Conducting proactive threat hunting to identify security gaps in cloud environments.
• Tracking and presenting threat detection findings with recommended strategies and product improvements.
• Developing, implementing, and optimizing detections for cloud runtime environments.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams like OverWatch, engineering, product management, detection engineering, and threat intelligence to advance cloud detections in the Falcon platform.
• Writing and publishing regular blog posts and representing CrowdStrike at industry conferences to boost visibility and community engagement.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed, you'll need:

• United States Citizenship or Permanent Residency (no clearance necessary) for resource access.
• Strong understanding of Linux-based systems.
• Demonstrated experience in container/container orchestrator-based intrusion analysis, detection development, or malware analysis.
• Comfort assessing cyber threat intelligence, open-source intelligence, or partner reporting.
• Keen interest in security research, including following expert blogs and building analysis environments.
• Knowledge of programming/scripting, especially Python or Bash.
• Experience with large-scale data analysis.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A deep drive to 'stop the bad guys' with strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.

Bonus Qualifications

Stand out with:

• Understanding of cloud infrastructure and service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Extensive experience securing public cloud services (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of managed Kubernetes (AKS, EKS, GKS).
• Open-source contributions (GitHub, Stack Overflow, blogging).
• Published research papers or articles.

Note: Periodic background and fingerprint checks are required per government customer needs.

Benefits & Perks

Joining CrowdStrike means accessing top-tier compensation and perks:

• Salary range: $140,000 - $215,000 USD per year.
• Hybrid flexibility in vibrant Austin, Texas.
• Remote-first culture promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for conference speaking and thought leadership.
• Comprehensive benefits supporting career ownership and innovation.

Career Growth

CrowdStrike invests in your growth with autonomy to own your career. Collaborate with global experts, contribute to high-impact projects on the Falcon platform, and advance in cybersecurity. Regular blogging and conference participation build your personal brand while enhancing company visibility. Our culture rewards passion, innovation, and customer commitment, opening doors to leadership in threat detection and cloud security.

Why Join CrowdStrike

Be part of a mission that matters: stopping breaches with the Falcon platform. Work on large-scale distributed systems handling trillions of events daily. Join a team of cloud security experts, researchers, and engineers across time zones. In a remote-first environment, enjoy flexibility while driving real-world impact against novel threats. With a fanatical commitment to customers and community, CrowdStrike is where cybersecurity pioneers thrive.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this a fully remote role?
A: No, it's hybrid requiring 2-3 office days per week in Austin, TX.

Q: What citizenship is required?
A: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is necessary.

Q: Do I need security clearance?
A: No clearance is required.

Q: What platforms will I work with?
A: Primarily Falcon Cloud Security Platform, focusing on cloud and Linux environments.

Q: Are there opportunities for public speaking?
A: Yes, you'll write blogs and speak at conferences regularly.

Ready to shape the future of cybersecurity? Apply now for the Sr. Engineer - Threat Detection role at CrowdStrike.