Sr. Security Researcher (Remote, DEU)

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. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. 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 proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. 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:

CrowdStrike Intelligence is seeking a motivated security researcher with excellent technical skills to join the Advanced Research Team (ART). Security Researchers within ART will be expected to apply a broad set of skills to support the CrowdStrike Intelligence mission. ART is responsible for researching and publishing on topics related to information security, providing technical expertise to other teams within CrowdStrike Intelligence, developing tools to support analysts in their day-to-day duties, and collecting technical artifacts about adversary activity.

Aside from working on longer-term research and collection projects, ART security researchers will be required to provide unique solutions on short notice to serve ad-hoc needs by other teams within CrowdStrike Intelligence.

What You’ll Do:

Develop automated solutions for collecting, processing and analyzing data at scale, e.g.

Vendor patch processing and analysis

Identification of exploits in large file collections

Identification of browser exploits

Identification of malicious infrastructure

Perform vulnerability research on a wide variety of targets, e.g.

Analyze vendor patches to identify vulnerabilities and develop proof-of-concept exploits

Review evidence of malicious activities (e.g. log files, payloads) to confirm exploitation of 0-day and n-day vulnerabilities, 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 and provide actionable technical information

Inform on information security topics

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 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

Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.

Bonus Points:

Successful participation in CTF competitions

Experience with mobile platforms and operating systems (e.g. Android, iOS)

Experience with macOS

Experience with the 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

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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 regardless of level or role

Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections

Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

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