Sr. Engineer - Security Research (Remote)

#WeAreCrowdStrike and our mission is to stop breaches. As a global leader in cybersecurity, our team changed the game. Since our inception, our market leading cloud-native platform has offered unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing over 1 trillion events a day with a petabyte of RAM deployed in our Cassandra clusters - and this traffic is growing daily. We’re looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to developing and shaping our cybersecurity platform. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, CrowdStrike is committed to cultivating an inclusive, remote-first culture that offers people the autonomy and flexibility to balance the needs of work and life while taking their career to the next level. Interested in working for a company that sets the standard and leads with integrity? Join us on a mission that matters - one team, one fight.

About the Role:

CrowdStrike’s Endpoint Protection (EPP) Content Research team is seeking a motivated professional with strong technical skills to analyze Linux and MacOS based malware. The Content Research team is focused on improving detection capability and efficiency for the Falcon Host platform through threat analysis of ongoing attacks by criminal and state sponsored actors impacting our customer base along with researching emerging TTPs from online publications and/or purple teaming exercises. 

What You'll Do:

The position entails researching malware families and malicious behavior through deep-dive reverse engineering techniques. Researchers partner with other teams to implement high fidelity behavioral coverage based on their analysis.

Content Research 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 researchers on the team will have the opportunity to translate their research findings into impactful detection capabilities backed by an unprecedented number of events at their disposal for analytic initiatives.

What You'll Need:

Required:

• Experience leading research initiatives that outline technical tasks, goals, experiments, and people with larger overarching strategies included

• Experience reverse engineering and analyzing Mach-O/ELF binaries

• Experience scripting in languages like Python or bash

• Experience in system, network, security operations, or an equivalent role 

• Strong knowledge of one or more low level architectures (x86/ARM/etc)

• Strong knowledge of C/C++, Swift, or Rust

• Ability to explain the relevant Mach-O/ELF features for malware analysis 

• Ability to create technical write-ups for research outcomes

• Ability to work independently in unstructured situations

• Ability to provide technical expertise and mentorship on Mac and Linux system internals

Preferred:

• Experience in a security operations center responding to incidents on Linux or MacOS systems

• Experience creating IOA/IOC detection rules

• Advanced understanding of Linux or MacOS internals

• Strong knowledge of mitigation techniques (ASLR, stack cookies, NX)

• Strong Knowledge of file formats (ELF, Mach-O, OLE, etc) including binary protection strategies

• Advanced development experience on projects in C, C++, Golang, or Rust

• Strong Knowledge of dynamic and static binary analysis with experience using tools like IDA/Ghidra/Binary Ninja/Radare2

• Strong understanding of the threat landscape targeting Mac and Linux operating systems

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, information technology or work related disciplines from an accredited college or university. Equivalent work, military or self-guided experience is also acceptable.

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Remote-first culture

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards

• Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements 

• Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits

• Physical and mental wellness programs

• Paid parental leave, including adoption 

• A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities

• Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration

CrowdStrike is committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact Recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance.

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Right to Work

CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $135,000 - $210,000 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.

Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:07-09-2024