Incident Response Sr. Consultant (Remote)

CrowdStrike•USA WA Remote, WA

2d•$115,000 - $160,000•Remote

About The Position

CrowdStrike is seeking a highly motivated, self-driven technical consultant for its Services team. The role protects organizations against advanced attackers and supports a range of engagements, including incident response investigations for major organizations. The Senior Consultant leads investigations, develops methods to hunt for threat actors across large datasets, performs forensic analysis and basic malware analysis, and communicates findings and recommendations to customer and other key stakeholders. The position also contributes to industry thought leadership through public-facing content and speaking events. The role is remote and may require travel on short notice, up to 30% of the time. Candidates may periodically be required to undergo and pass alcohol and/or drug tests during employment.

Requirements

Experience in one or more of the following areas: team leadership in a matrixed consulting environment; incident response; computer forensic analysis; network forensic analysis; reverse engineering and malware analysis; incident remediation; network operations and architecture/engineering; cloud incident response; or communications.
Incident response experience conducting or managing investigations into targeted threats such as advanced persistent threats, organized crime, and hacktivists.
Computer forensic analysis experience using a variety of forensic tools to determine the extent and scope of compromise.
Strong knowledge of network protocols and network analysis tools such as Bro/Zeek or Suricata, and ability to analyze associated network logs.
Ability to understand capabilities of static and dynamic malware analysis.
Strong understanding of targeted attacks and ability to create customized tactical and strategic remediation plans for compromised organizations.
Strong understanding of secure network architecture and background in network operations.
Knowledge of incident response methodologies for any of AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Strong communication skills, including conveying executive- and detailed-level findings to clients and communicating tasks, guidance, and methodology to internal teams.
Proven experience using AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency, and drive business outcomes.
Ability to complete technical tasks without supervision.
Desire to grow and expand technical and soft skills.
Strong project management skills.
Contributing thought leader within the incident response industry.
Ability to foster a positive work environment and attitude.
Ability to travel on short notice, up to 30% of the time.
Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math, Information Security, Information Assurance, Information Security Management, Intelligence Studies, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Policy, or a related field; applicants without a degree but with relevant work experience and/or training will be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead incident response engagements.
Develop and use new methods to hunt for bad actors across large sets of data.
Conduct intrusion investigations under the direction of outside counsel.
Perform host- and/or network-based forensics across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.
Perform basic malware analysis.
Produce written and verbal reports, presentations, recommendations, and findings for customer management, regulators, and legal counsel.
Demonstrate industry thought leadership through blog posts, CrowdCasts, and other public speaking events.

Benefits

Eligibility for bonuses and equity grants.
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.
Competitive vacation and holidays.
Paid parental and adoption leaves.
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role.
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities.
Vibrant office culture with world-class amenities.
Health insurance.
401(k).
Paid time off.