Reverse Engineer, Threat Research Engineering (Remote)

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role:

As a member of CrowdStrike’s GovCloud Threat Research Engineering team, you will ensure our Falcon platform keeps pace with the evolving threat landscape. You will analyze the latest malware and threats to assist our detection engineering efforts. Your analysis will help us develop signatures to counter adversaries, report key technical details, and improve our detections.

Malware Research Center:

CrowdStrike’s Malware Research Center (MRC) is at the core of Falcon’s malware detection and response capabilities. As an MRC team member, you'll analyze the threat landscape and drive improvements to our machine learning and behavioral protection capabilities. Where there is a gap, MRC takes action to improve our detection stance and protection story. There are many parts of CrowdStrike working towards protecting our customers and MRC works across all of them to ensure we are providing the best protection for the current threat landscape. Help us stop breaches with your expertise.

What You’ll Do:

• Analyze adversary malware and exploits.

• Document your findings and communicate key technical details to stakeholders.

• Conduct in-depth research on emerging threat actor TTPs and trends.

• Collaborate with counterparts across CrowdStrike to improve the platform’s resilience.

What You’ll Need:

• 4+ years of malware analysis and reverse engineering experience.

• A proven background in reverse engineering on file-based threats, exploits, and other attack techniques. 

• Proficiency in static and behavioral analysis of malware.

• Understanding of sandbox and debugger evasion techniques.

• Experience writing YARA rules.

• Familiarity with operating system internals for at least one major OS.

• Knowledge of the threat landscape.

• US Citizen or Green Card Holder.

Bonus Points:

• Threat detection and response experience.

• Experience with blue teams or SOC.

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Remote-friendly and flexible work culture

• 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 Resource Groups, geographic neighbourhood groups and volunteer opportunities to build connections

• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

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