Threat Detection Research Engineer (Remote)

CrowdStrike

117d • $120,000 - $180,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in threat detection, malware analysis, or security research.
• Proficiency in reverse engineering, disassembly, and behavioral threat analysis.
• Solid understanding of OS internals (Windows, Linux, or macOS) and malware execution behaviors.
• Familiarity with adversary tradecraft, including techniques mapped to the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Experience scripting or coding in languages such as Python, C/C++, or Go.
• Ability to translate technical threat findings into clear, actionable intelligence.
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams to implement detection or automation enhancements.
• Demonstrated curiosity and drive to innovate in the evolving threat landscape.

Responsibilities

• Analyze malware and adversary techniques using execution, behavioral analysis, and reverse engineering.
• Validate threats and provide mitigation guidance to improve Falcon’s detection and protection capabilities.
• Reverse engineer malicious code and exploits to extract TTPs and support threat attribution and mitigation.
• Communicate technical threat intelligence effectively to cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to the development and prioritization of automation for threat analysis workflows.
• Build small-scale tools or proof-of-concepts to demonstrate detection or mitigation strategies.
• Stay current with threat landscape developments and contribute insights to enhance detection coverage.

Benefits

• 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 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees