Consultant - Cloud Red Team Blue Team

About the Role

The day-to-day responsibilities of this role involve working closely with customers to understand their existing controls and practices, making recommendations based on detection and response capabilities, and managing projects from kickoff to report delivery. You will be part of a team that is passionate about stopping breaches and protecting organizations, and your input will be valued in shaping the future of cybersecurity.

CrowdStrike's mission-driven culture gives every employee the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers, making this a great opportunity for those who are passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a real impact.

What You Will Do

• Conduct Cloud Red Team Blue Team engagements as a Blue Teamer, supporting customers' SOC/IR teams in threat hunting and incident response activities
• Work closely with customers to understand existing controls and practices, making recommendations based on detection and response capabilities
• Manage projects from kickoff call through to report delivery, ensuring timely and effective project management
• Identify and implement long-term enhancements to the CRTBT offering, improving clients' ability to stop and recover from breaches
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with client mid-level managers and executives, ensuring excellent client management skills and consulting poise
• Provide technical and creative problem-solving skills, coupled with analytical expertise to provide quick resolution to problems
• Collaborate with the Red Team to design and execute realistic breach simulations, helping customers improve their defenses
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud security threats and technologies, applying this knowledge to improve the CRTBT offering
• Develop and deliver reports and presentations to clients, showcasing findings and recommendations

What We Are Looking For

• 2-3 years of experience in incident response consulting services or MSSP roles, with a strong background in one or more public cloud platforms
• 1-2 years of conducting Red Team Blue Team or Purple Team exercises, with a deep understanding of threat hunting and incident response
• 5+ years of cybersecurity industry experience, ideally in hands-on roles including security engineering, detection engineering, etc.
• Experience with multiple security technologies, including at least one log search engine/SIEM (e.g., Splunk, Azure Sentinel, LogScale)
• Excellent client management skills and consulting poise, with the ability to foster a positive work environment and attitude
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to balance competing priorities while maintaining focus on details
• Proven track record in technical and creative problem-solving, coupled with analytical expertise to provide quick resolution to problems

Nice to Have

• Experience implementing information security programs within domains such as endpoint security, cloud security, network security, threat intelligence, or security operations centers
• Knowledge of cloud security architecture and compliance frameworks (e.g., AWS Well-Architected Framework, Azure Security Benchmark)
• Familiarity with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell), with the ability to automate tasks and improve efficiency
• Certification in cloud security or related fields (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate), demonstrating a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and equity awards, recognizing your contributions to the company's success
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs, supporting your overall well-being
• Paid parental and adoption leaves, allowing you to balance work and family life
• Professional development opportunities, helping you grow in your career and stay up-to-date with industry trends
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities, fostering a sense of community and connection
• Great Place to Work CertifiedTM across the globe, demonstrating CrowdStrike's commitment to a positive work environment
• Remote work options, allowing you to work from anywhere and maintain a healthy work-life balance

• To stand out in your application, highlight your experience in cloud security, threat hunting, and incident response, and be prepared to provide specific examples of your work.
• Develop a strong portfolio showcasing your skills and experience in cybersecurity, including any relevant certifications or training programs.
• Be prepared to discuss your understanding of cloud security architecture and compliance frameworks, as well as your experience with automation tools and scripting languages.
• Show enthusiasm and passion for cybersecurity, and be prepared to discuss your career goals and how this role fits into your long-term plans.
• During the interview process, ask questions about the company culture, team dynamics, and opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Be prepared to negotiate salary and benefits, and do your research on industry standards to ensure you are fairly compensated for your skills and experience.