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About the Role

Leading the charge in understanding malware activity is our Threat Research team. Focused on malware research, the primary role of this team is to understand relevant threats and techniques used in malware threatening our clients' businesses. The challenge lies in the enormous scale of malware and the sheer volume of samples. Our modern threat lab leverages automation and machine learning, allowing our team to focus on new learnings while systems identify malware based on acquired knowledge.

About the Team

The CrowdStrike Malware Research Center (MRC) is the core of Falcon’s malware detection and response capabilities. The team focuses on understanding the threat landscape and setting targets for what Falcon should identify and prevent. Additionally, the MRC maps how well our machine learning and behavioral protection capabilities fare against these threats. Through innovation, prototyping, and advanced machine learning, we continuously improve our detection stance and overall protection strategies. MRC collaborates with various teams to ensure our defensive measures align with the current threat landscape.

What You’ll Do

The Threat Analyst will analyze various inputs to validate if these threats can be effectively countered by Falcon. This analysis ranges from simple execution review to reverse engineering. As Falcon is primarily behavior-based, understanding how threats work and interact with the host environment is crucial. The Threat Analyst will be the go-to person for understanding new threats, and formulating strategies to mitigate them. Effective communication, cross-team collaboration, and a proven track record in threat analysis are key to success in this role. Additionally, the role includes working with the engineering team to define and prioritize automation tasks, reducing manual efforts in threat analysis.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or a comparable field.
• 4+ years of experience in threat research with a focus on malware analysis.
• A proven background in reverse engineering file-based threats and other attack techniques at a moderate skill level.
• Proficiency in disassembly and a solid understanding of structured programming.
• Proficient familiarity with at least one major Operating System.
• Competence in handing off research to engineering and producing small code projects.
• Experience with certification partners like AV-Test and AV-Comparatives is a plus.
• Experience with Splunk, ElasticSearch-Kibana, or similar tools is a plus.

Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike

• Remote-first culture
• Market-leading compensation and equity awards with ESPP participation in eligible countries
• Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
• Physical and mental wellness programs
• Paid parental leave, including adoption
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Access to CrowdStrike University, LinkedIn Learning, and Jhanna
• Offices with stocked kitchens to fuel innovation and collaboration
• Birthday time-off in your local country
• Passionate team members and a Great Place to Work certified organization globally

At CrowdStrike, we are dedicated to cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We strive for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. By embracing the diversity of our team, we generate the best outcomes for our customers and the communities we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer: CrowdStrike is committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need reasonable accommodation to access the information provided, please contact for further assistance.

Company name: CrowdStrike

Job title: Threat