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CrowdStrike

Incident Response Principal Consultant (Remote)

CrowdStrike, Denver, Colorado, United States

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Incident Response Principal Consultant (Remote)

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CrowdStrike CrowdStrike is a global leader in cybersecurity. We protect the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Our mission is to stop breaches with an AI-native platform. We’re a mission-driven company that values flexibility and autonomy to own your career. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About The Role

CrowdStrike is looking for highly motivated, self-driven, technical consultants dedicated to making a difference in global security by protecting organizations against the most advanced attackers. Our CrowdStrike Services team offers opportunities to expand your skill set through a wide variety of engagements, including front-page incident response investigations for organizations you’ll find on the Fortune 100 list. We are looking for US-based candidates located in either Pacific or Mountain time.

What You’ll Do

Lead incident response engagements Develop and use new methods to hunt for bad actors across large sets of data Work under the direction of outside counsel to conduct intrusion investigations Perform host and/or network-based forensics across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms Perform basic malware analysis Produce high-quality written and verbal reports, presentations, recommendations, and findings to key stakeholders including customer management, regulators, and legal counsel Demonstrate industry thought leadership through blog posts, CrowdCasts, and other public speaking events

What You’ll Need

Experience leading or contributing to Incident Response investigations for organizations Strong background in Incident Response, with exposure to targeted threats (e.g., Advanced Persistent Threat, Organized Crime, Hacktivists) Computer Forensic Analysis experience with incident response tooling to determine scope of compromise Network Forensic Analysis knowledge including network protocols and tools (e.g., Bro/Zeek, Suricata) and analysis of network logs Reverse Engineering ability to understand malware capabilities Incident Remediation experience with targeted attacks and remediation planning Network Operations/Architecture experience and secure network design knowledge Cloud Incident Response knowledge (AWS, Azure, GCP incident response methodologies) Strong communications skills to convey findings to clients and internal teams

Additional Qualifications

Ability to complete technical tasks without supervision Desire to grow both technical and soft skills Strong project management skills Contributing thought leader in the incident response industry Positive work environment and attitude Ability to travel on short notice, up to 30% of the time

Education

BA or BS / MA or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math, Information Security, Information Assurance, Information Security Management, Intelligence Studies, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Policy, or a related field. Applicants without a degree but with relevant work experience and/or training will be considered.

Benefits Of Working At CrowdStrike

Remote-friendly and flexible work culture Market-leading compensation and equity awards Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs Competitive vacation and holidays Paid parental and adoption leaves Professional development opportunities for all employees Employee Networks and volunteer opportunities to build connections Vibrant office culture with world-class amenities Great Place to Work Certified

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program. CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program.

Details: The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $140,000 - $195,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off. This posting may include additional information about benefits and notices as required by law. Expected Close Date of Job Posting is: 11-29-2025.

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This description includes the core responsibilities and qualifications for the role. Other job postings and unrelated content have been omitted for clarity.

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