Security Researcher, Advanced Research Team (ART)

About CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity, protecting people, processes, and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission has been to stop breaches, redefining modern security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform. We are a mission-driven company that fosters a culture of flexibility, autonomy, and innovation, committed to our customers, community, and each other.

About the Role

CrowdStrike Intelligence is seeking a motivated Security Researcher to join the Advanced Research Team (ART). In this role, you will apply a broad set of technical skills to research and publish on information security topics, provide technical expertise, develop tools for analysts, and collect technical artifacts about adversary activity. You will also provide unique solutions on short notice to address ad-hoc needs from other teams within CrowdStrike Intelligence.

What You’ll Do

• Develop automated solutions for collecting, processing, and analyzing data at scale, including vendor patch processing, identification of exploits in large file collections, browser exploits, and malicious infrastructure.
• Perform vulnerability research on a wide variety of targets, including analyzing vendor patches to identify vulnerabilities, developing proof-of-concept exploits, reviewing evidence of malicious activities to confirm exploitation, identify root causes, and reproduce exploits.
• Identify new vulnerabilities in applications or products.
• Collaborate across other teams at CrowdStrike Intelligence and beyond to reproduce emerging vulnerabilities, provide actionable technical information, inform on information security topics, and satisfy unique technical collection requirements.
• Publish research results on the CrowdStrike blog or at conferences.

What You’ll Need

• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong information security background with 4+ years of experience.
• Vulnerability research and exploit development experience.
• Ability to effectively leverage GenAI/LLMs to aid in software development and perform vulnerability research.
• Reverse engineering experience.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Windows and Linux operating system internals.
• Solid software development experience (Python preferred).
• 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.

Bonus Points

• Successful participation in CTF competitions.
• Experience with mobile platforms and operating systems (e.g., Android, iOS).
• Experience with macOS.
• Experience with Go or Rust programming languages.
• Threat Intelligence background.

Education

• M.A./M.Sc. or equivalent professional experience in Information Security/Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike

• 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.
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities.
• Vibrant office culture with world-class amenities.
• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program. CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on valid job requirements.
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