[Hiring] Sr. Security Researcher @CrowdStrike

Role Description

CrowdStrike Intelligence is seeking a motivated security researcher with excellent technical skills to join the Advanced Research Team (ART). Security Researchers within ART will be expected to apply a broad set of skills to support the CrowdStrike Intelligence mission. ART is responsible for researching and publishing on topics related to information security, providing technical expertise to other teams within CrowdStrike Intelligence, developing tools to support analysts in their day-to-day duties, and collecting technical artifacts about adversary activity.

Aside from working on longer-term research and collection projects, ART security researchers will be required to provide unique solutions on short notice to serve ad-hoc needs by other teams within CrowdStrike Intelligence.

What You’ll Do

• Develop automated solutions for collecting, processing and analyzing data at scale, e.g. for operating honeypots, running Internet-wide scans, or vulnerability discovery.
• Operate, extend and create honeypots to identify and detect adversary TTPs.
• Perform vulnerability research.
• Collaborate across other teams at CrowdStrike Intelligence and beyond to satisfy unique technical collection requirements.
• Inform on information security topics.
• Reproduce emerging vulnerabilities and provide actionable technical information.
• Publish research results on the CrowdStrike blog or at conferences.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong information security background with 4+ years experience.
• Working knowledge of vulnerability research concepts (e.g. patch analysis, exploit primitives).
• Familiarity with reverse engineering tools and techniques.
• Solid understanding of Linux and Microsoft Windows operating system internals.
• Solid understanding of network protocols.
• Solid software development experience in Python.
• Hands-on experience using and building GenAI/LLM workflows in software development, data analysis and security research.
• Excellent problem solving skills, creativity and strong analytical skills to investigate, assess, validate, and think outside the box.
• Ability to work independently, with a customer-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work remotely, in a collaborative team environment.
• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.

Bonus Points

• Successful participation in CTF competitions.
• Experience using reverse engineering tools (disassemblers, decompilers, debuggers) and processes (unpacking malware, reconstructing code logic, etc).
• Experience in vulnerability research and exploit development.
• Experience with mobile platforms and operating systems (e.g. Android, iOS).
• Experience with additional programming languages (C, Rust, Go).
• Threat Intelligence background.

Education

• BA/BS or equivalent experience in Information Security/Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards.
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.
• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge.
• Paid parental and adoption leaves.
• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role.
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections.
• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities.
• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe.