About the job

At CrowdStrike we’re on a mission - to stop breaches. Our groundbreaking technology, services delivery, and intelligence gathering together with our innovations in machine learning and behavioral-based detection, allow our customers to not only defend themselves, but do so in a future-proof manner. Because of that we’ve earned numerous honors and top rankings for our technology, organization and talent. Our culture was purpose-built to be remote first, and we offer flexible work arrangements to help our people manage their personal and professional lives in a way that works for them. If you’re ready to work on unrivaled technology with a team that makes a difference every day, let’s talk.

About The Role

The CrowdStrike EndPoint Protection (EPP) Content product group is seeking a motivated individual with technical skills to join our Threat Efficacy team. As part of the team, you will monitor and analyze the multitude of detections and preventions deployed by the various teams within CrowdStrike. The primary goal of this team is to respond to customer inquiries about threat detections and capabilities, proactively manage false positives, and increase the overall efficacy of our content.

This role will work closely with internal teams such as Technical Account Managers, Falcon Complete, OverWatch, and content engineering teams within the organization.

EPP Content is dedicated to responding to our customer’s security needs as threats evolve, and ensuring CrowdStrike maintains coverage of all relevant threats regardless of the source of attack. Falcon Host is a unique endpoint detection and response solution and Security Analysts on the team will have the opportunity to translate their analysis findings into impactful detection capabilities backed by an unprecedented number of events at their disposal for analytic initiatives.

Security Response is dedicated to responding to our customer's security needs as threats evolve and ensuring CrowdStrike maintains coverage of all relevant threats regardless of the source of attack. Falcon Host is a unique endpoint detection and response solution and Security Analysts on the Security Response Team will have the opportunity to translate their analysis findings into impactful detection capabilities backed by an unprecedented number of events at their disposal for analytic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Review current product detections to ensure they are performing to the company standard.
• Proactively identify and mitigate false positives across our entire detection space
• Help design and build automation to reduce operational workload on the team
• Address customer questions and concerns as they relate to detections and false positives in a timely fashion.

Required

Key Qualifications

• Exposure and understanding through academics or personal explorations on different types and functionality of malware.
• Fundamental understanding of attributes of binary files such as imports/exports and packers.
• Ability to demonstrate practical knowledge of research / collection skills and analytical methods.
• Knowledge of programming and scripting languages, in particular Python.
• Excellent writing skills are mandatory.

Preferred

• Experience in a security operations center or similar environment responding to incidents.
• Good understanding of Windows OS internals and the Windows API.
• Working knowledge of a variety of programming languages including C, C++, Java, and assembly.
• Able to develop in a scripting languages such as python, ruby
• Ability to analyze raw network data and tools related to network analysis
• Ability to express complex technical and non-technical concepts in verbal and graphical products.

Education

• BA/BS or MA/MS degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

Benefits Of Working At CrowdStrike

• Remote-friendly culture
• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
• Paid Parental Leave, including adoption
• Wellness programs
• A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Open offices have stocked kitchens, coffee, soda and treats

We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

CrowdStrike is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Note From The Remote JobHunters:

• When you apply, be sure to mention that you heard about this position from The Remote JobHunters!
• Looking for more entry-level remote positions? If so, be sure to join The Remote JobHunters Facebook group, Subreddit, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter!