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CrowdStrike

Incident Response Analyst (Remote)

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're looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to the customer to join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity. 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.

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About The Role:

CrowdStrike is looking for highly motivated, self-driven, Incident Response Analysts dedicated to making a difference in global security by protecting the organization against the most advanced attackers in the world. Our CrowdStrike virtual security operations center offers opportunities to expand your skill set through a wide variety of experiences, detecting and responding to incidents as they occur in real-time.

What You'll Do:
  • Support Incident Response lifecycle via triage and investigation of detections and take action as appropriate (e.g. live response, containment, escalation, etc.).
  • Develop detection criteria across a broad range of technologies and log sources.
  • Identify coverage and efficiency gaps in available data and tooling.
  • Provide information security reporting including security metrics as required.
  • Participate in incident response and manage escalations as needed.
  • Provide after-hours support on an on-demand basis.
  • Drive efficient process development and documentation for all aspects of the Incident Response lifecycle.
  • This role will operate on a Sunday to Wednesday schedule from 8am to 6pm. For questions or clarification, please inquire during interview process.
What You'll Need:
  • Experience responding to security events, including front-line analysis and escalation, of hacktivist, cybercrime, and APT activity.
  • Theoretical and practical knowledge with Mac, Linux, and Windows operating systems.
  • Theoretical and practical knowledge with TCP/IP networking and application layers.
  • Experience with access/application/system log analysis, IDS/IPS alerting and data flow, and SIEM-based workflows.
  • Experience with security data collection, processing, and correlation.
  • Undergraduate degree or direct experience in information security, information systems, or computer science.
  • Applicable security certifications (GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, GNFA, etc.).
Bonus Points:
  • Scripting experience highly desirable (Python, Perl, Bash, Power Shell, etc.).
  • Experienced user of LogScale / Splunk or SIEM equivalent.
  • Experience with host and network forensics.
  • Experience with basic static and behavioral malware analysis.
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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
  • Remote-first culture
  • Market leader in compensation and equity awards with option to participate in ESPP in eligible countries
  • Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
  • Physical and mental wellness programs
  • Paid parental leave, including adoption
  • A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
  • Access to CrowdStrike University, LinkedIn Learning and Jhanna
  • Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration
  • Birthday time-off in your local country
  • Work with people who are passionate in our mission and Great Place to Work certified across the globe
We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone feels seen, heard, valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.

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.

Job ID: CrowdStrike-R18084
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns