Sr. Threat Response Specialist, Falcon Complete (Remote)
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals has skyrocketed, with a 25% increase in job postings over the past year. In this current remote job market, companies like CrowdStrike are leading the way in protecting organizations from emerging threats. With the rise of advanced cybersecurity threats, the need for experts who can develop and implement effective threat response strategies has never been more pressing. CrowdStrike's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction makes it an attractive employer for those seeking a challenging and rewarding career. Before applying, candidates should be aware that this role requires a deep understanding of threat research, incident response, and security operations.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Threat Response Specialist will play a critical role in enhancing CrowdStrike's detection and response capabilities, providing expert guidance on current and emerging security issues. As a key member of the Falcon Complete Managed Detection and Response team, you will work closely with security analysts, detection engineers, and intelligence analysts to identify and mitigate threats. The successful candidate will have a strong background in threat research, incident response, and security operations, with a proven track record of developing and implementing effective threat response strategies.The Falcon Complete team is responsible for delivering comprehensive security solutions to CrowdStrike's customers, and this role will be instrumental in driving the development of new detection mechanisms and response techniques. As a Senior Threat Response Specialist, you will be expected to stay up-to-date on emerging threats and threat actors, collaborating with CrowdStrike's threat intelligence teams to integrate the latest threat data into the Falcon Complete threat response program.
What You Will Do
- Stay up-to-date on emerging threats and threat actors, contributing to initiatives to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate new and evolving threat campaigns
- Collaborate with CrowdStrike threat intelligence teams to integrate the latest threat data into the Falcon Complete threat response program
- Serve as the go-to expert on emerging threats facing the Falcon Complete team, providing expert insight and threat knowledge across Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, and supported NG-SIEM technologies
- Educate and advise security analysts, detection engineers, intelligence analysts, and automation/AI engineers on emerging and topical threats, security solution best practices, and effective response techniques
- Contribute to efforts to enhance the organizational knowledge base to support Managed Detection and Response
- Develop and maintain comprehensive response knowledge artifacts across various security domains, ensuring that these are up-to-date with the latest security threats and technological advancements
- Collaborate with other teams within the Falcon Complete Security Engineering organization to ensure that knowledge artifacts are delivered to security analysts in the most effective way possible
- Provide expert support to security analysts during incident investigations into novel threats
- Collaborate with detection engineers to develop and fine-tune detection mechanisms on Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, and supported NG-SIEM integrations
- Participate in initiatives to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate new and evolving threat campaigns
What We Are Looking For
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a response or research-focused security role, with at least 3 years focused on supporting Incident Response, security operations, or MDR teams
- Experience conducting or managing incident response for organizations, investigating targeted threats such as Advanced Persistent Threat, Organized Crime, and Hacktivists
- Strong understanding of targeted attacks and ability to create customized tactical and strategic remediation plans for compromised organizations
- Significant experience utilizing cyber threat intelligence in a security context
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex security issues and develop effective solutions
- Experience with security technologies such as Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, and NG-SIEM integrations
Nice to Have
- Experience with automation and AI technologies, such as integration with artificial intelligence systems or other existing tooling
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Python or C++
- Experience with cloud-based security solutions, such as AWS or Azure
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a leading cybersecurity company, protecting organizations from emerging threats
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment, with a team of experienced security professionals
- Flexible remote work arrangements, with the opportunity to work from anywhere in the world
- Professional development opportunities, with access to training and certification programs
- Comprehensive health and wellness program, including mental health support and fitness initiatives
- Generous PTO and holiday package, with the opportunity to recharge and relax
How to Stand Out
- Research CrowdStrike's Falcon Complete platform and be prepared to discuss your experience with similar security technologies
- Review your knowledge of threat research, incident response, and security operations, and be prepared to provide examples of your experience in these areas
- Emphasize your problem-solving skills, and be prepared to walk the interviewer through your thought process when analyzing complex security issues
- Be prepared to discuss your experience working with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and how you communicate complex security concepts to non-technical teams
- Consider creating a portfolio of your work, including examples of your threat research, incident response plans, and security solution implementations
- Be prepared to negotiate your salary, and consider researching the market rate for similar roles in the industry
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