Senior AI/LLM Threat Researcher – AI Detection and Response

CrowdStrike

AI Threat Researcher at CrowdStrike leading the charge in identifying threats to Large Language Models and AI Agents. Conducting security analysis and developing methodologies to enhance AI security.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeCalifornia, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct deep-dive analysis into LLM architectures and agentic frameworks to identify potential security weaknesses, including risks associated with prompt injection and safety filter bypasses.
Evaluate the security boundaries in Agent-to-LLM and Agent-to-Application interactions, focusing on how autonomous loops and multi-step reasoning processes can be secured against manipulation.
Develop methodologies to test the robustness of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) pipelines and third-party tool integrations, ensuring resilience against adversarial inputs.
Map research findings and defensive strategies to industry standards, such as the MITRE ATLAS framework and the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications.
Contribute to the security community by publishing whitepapers or presenting research on the safety and security challenges of AI agents at industry conferences.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Comprehensive understanding of transformer architectures, attention mechanisms, and the lifecycle of LLM development.
Experience with AI orchestration frameworks and the security implications of autonomous decision-making and long-term memory in AI systems.
Comprehensive understanding of LLM Prompts, MCP, A2A and various emerging AI protocols.
Knowledge of the evolving LLM risk landscape, specifically regarding insecure output handling, data integrity, and model robustness.
Proficiency in Python and experience with AI security evaluation frameworks or custom red-teaming methodologies designed to improve system defenses.
Bonus Points: A record of academic publications or public research regarding AI/ML security and risk mitigation.
Experience in AI red teaming or participating in security evaluation programs.
Experience developing defensive layers, such as guardrail systems or monitoring solutions for agentic workflows.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

LLM architecturesagentic frameworksRAG pipelinesPythonAI security evaluation frameworksred-teaming methodologiestransformer architecturesattention mechanismsAI orchestration frameworksdefensive layers

Soft Skills

analytical skillscommunicationresearchpresentation skills