About CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity, protecting 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 CrowdStrike Falcon® platform. We process nearly 3 trillion events daily, with traffic growing rapidly, serving customers across all industries. Our remote-first culture empowers every CrowdStriker with flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We're passionate about innovation, customer commitment, and community impact. Join us to redefine security and shape the future of cybersecurity.

Role Overview

As Sr. Program Manager, Engineering - Counter Adversary Operations (Hybrid, Bucharest, Romania), you'll support the groundbreaking Counter Adversary Operations team. This first-of-its-kind team combines CrowdStrike Falcon® Intelligence and Falcon OverWatch™ threat hunting to disrupt adversaries and raise their cost of operations. Leveraging trillions of telemetry events from the Falcon platform, we detect, disrupt, and stop threats effectively. In this role, you'll drive roadmaps, manage complex engineering projects, and collaborate across Engineering Developers, Product Managers, and leadership in Europe and the US. Thrive in a fast-paced environment with global impact.

Key Impact Areas

Focus on scheduling, scoping, and executing projects while ensuring timely delivery. Work flexibly across timezones, facilitate communication, and escalate issues to keep initiatives on track.

Key Responsibilities

Your role demands energetic leadership in a high-stakes cybersecurity landscape:

• Partner and facilitate with teams from developers to executives, aligning technical context with business objectives.
• Create and drive project schedules, task assignments, and progress tracking, managing dependencies across Product Groups.
• Collaborate with worldwide business units, including SMEs, product management, design, and tech teams to define goals and tasks.
• Proactively track project status, ensure priorities are met, and resolve critical issues with escalation as needed.
• Lead Scrum meetings, manage action items, and handle daily/weekly status reporting.
• Flexibly coordinate across timezones and travel locally/internationally several times per quarter.

Qualifications & Requirements

We're seeking seasoned professionals with proven expertise:

• 10+ years in program/project management for software development.
• Proficiency in Jira for queries, ticket creation, board setup, and facilitation.
• Experience with large-scale platforms (cloud technologies) and complex inter-dependent systems.
• Strong coaching skills to manage persistent obstacles in Agile/Scrum environments; Scaled Agile Framework a plus.
• Ownership of programs/portfolios, including scoping, milestone planning, and execution.
• Comfort working across global teams and timezones with willingness to travel.

Must-Have Technical Exposure

Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycle, project methodologies, and threat intelligence operations in cybersecurity.

Benefits & Perks

CrowdStrike offers premium perks tailored for high-performers:

• Hybrid role in vibrant Bucharest, Romania, blending collaboration and flexibility.
• Remote-first culture promoting work-life balance and autonomy.
• Competitive salary estimated at €90,000 - €150,000 annually, based on cybersecurity/tech sector rates.
• Global exposure with cross-continental teams and travel opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and professional development programs.
• Mission-aligned work using cutting-edge Falcon platform to combat real-world threats.

Career Growth

At CrowdStrike, career ownership is core. Advance rapidly in a company scaling to protect millions. Gain expertise in AI-driven cybersecurity, lead high-visibility projects, and mentor teams. Our culture fosters relentless innovation, providing paths to executive leadership. With our growth trajectory, this role positions you at the forefront of Counter Adversary Operations, disrupting threats globally.

Why Join CrowdStrike

Join a mission that matters: stopping breaches with unmatched Falcon platform visibility. Be part of a fanatical team committed to customers, community, and each other. In Bucharest, contribute to Europe's cybersecurity hub while enjoying Romania's dynamic tech scene. Our hybrid model, combined with remote-first principles, ensures you thrive professionally and personally. Ready to intensify impact on adversaries? The future of security starts with you.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this role hybrid or fully remote?
A: Hybrid in Bucharest, Romania, with remote-first flexibility.

Q: What experience level is required?
A: 10+ years in program/project management for software development.

Q: Do I need cybersecurity background?
A: Exposure to threat hunting/intelligence is ideal; technical program management experience is key.

Q: What's the interview process?
A: Virtual interviews via CrowdStrike Romania platform.

Q: Will I travel?
A: Yes, locally and internationally several times per quarter.

Q: Why Counter Adversary Operations?
A: Unique team leveraging Falcon Intelligence and OverWatch to disrupt adversaries using trillions of events.