Senior Security Researcher

CrowdStrike

Senior security researcher analyzing in-the-wild exploits for CrowdStrike’s cybersecurity platform. Developing detection signatures, automation, and actionable threat intelligence for adversary tracking.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vulnerability exploitation techniques, reverse engineering, and threat intelligence reporting. Proficient in developing automation tools and collaborating across teams to enhance detection and mitigation strategies.

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Exploitation TechniquesReverse Engineering ToolsPython ProgrammingThreat Intelligence ReportingSignature Development

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Hard Skills

Vulnerability ExploitationNetwork Service ExploitationReverse EngineeringMalware UnpackingStatic and Dynamic AnalysisSignature DevelopmentLarge Language ModelsAI TechnologiesOperating System ProficiencyWeb-Based Exploitation

Soft Skills

Excellent Writing SkillsCollaborative MindsetStrong Team-Player AbilitiesEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

DisassemblersDecompilersDebuggersSnortYARA

Certifications & Qualifications

MA/MS in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Threat IntelligenceAttribution AnalysisExploit MitigationAdversary TrackingIntrusion Activity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research in-the-wild exploits for all types of vulnerabilities
Implement tracking systems supporting cross-team adversary tracking based on observed exploitation behavior
Improve and maintain exploit, malicious payload, and attack-vector detection capabilities
Identify new data sources to increase exploit threat visibility
Reverse engineer relevant exploits and maintain detailed understanding of their inner functioning
Develop automation tools extending static and dynamic analysis frameworks
Create a classification framework supporting attribution of intrusion activity
Contribute technical expertise to active mitigation efforts
Develop host-based and network-based signatures for large-scale hunting, detection, and prevention
Produce threat intelligence reports with actionable mitigation and detection guidance
Brief complex technical analysis results to varied audiences
Collaborate across teams on activity, adversary and campaign tracking, and exploit mitigation strategies and products
Conduct customer briefings via phone, video conference, webcast, in-person briefing, or industry conference

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficiency in exploitation techniques commonly seen in userspace and kernel-level vulnerability exploits
Knowledge of common network service exploitation techniques
Solid understanding of at least two operating system platforms, including Microsoft Windows
Familiarity with standard web-based exploitation vectors
Profound knowledge of reverse engineering tools, including disassemblers, decompilers, and debuggers
Experience with malware unpacking and reconstructing code logic
Knowledge of programming and scripting languages, particularly Python
Ability to effectively leverage Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-assisted tools while independently validating findings
Proven experience using AI technologies to enhance decision-making, workflows, efficiency, and business outcomes
Ability to express complex technical and non-technical concepts in verbal and graphical products
Excellent writing skills
Collaborative mindset and strong team-player abilities
MA/MS or equivalent experience in Computer Science or a related field
Experience in attribution and intelligence analysis is preferred
Background in intelligence writing is preferred
Experience writing Snort and YARA signatures is preferred
Willingness to travel occasionally

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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
Health insurance
401k
Paid time off
Bonuses
Equity grants