Detection Engineer (Remote)

CrowdStrike

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Remote (Usa Tx Remote, US) Posted 76 days ago $100,000–$145,000 / year
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TL;DR

CrowdStrike’s Data Science Machine Learning Operations and Response Team seeks a Detection Engineer to join their customer-focused and collaborative environment. This senior-level role involves analyzing adversary intrusions, creating or modifying security detections, and addressing customer requests regarding the efficacy of machine learning models. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing product detections, managing false positives, analyzing binary files for legitimacy, and responding to internal queries about threat detection. The ideal candidate has experience in reverse engineering malware, detection engineering, and threat hunting, along with proficiency in Python and a solid understanding of binary file attributes. Knowledge of Windows OS internals and familiarity with tools used in cyber intrusions are preferred, as is experience with machine learning concepts and CrowdStrike products. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex problems creatively within a fast-paced cybersecurity environment.

Skills

Python C C++ Java Assembly Windows OS Public Cloud Infrastructure Malware Analysis Reverse Engineering Binary File Analysis MALWARE_RESEARCH Machine_Learning Data_Science CrowdStrike_Products_and_Services

What you'll do

  • Analyze adversary intrusions to prevent future breaches.
  • Create or modify security detections based on analysis findings.
  • Review product detections to ensure they meet company standards.
  • Manage false positive detections for improved system performance.
  • Address customer requests regarding the efficacy of detection models.

What we're looking for

  • Experience in reverse engineering malware and detection engineering.
  • Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation tasks.
  • Understanding of binary file attributes like imports, exports, and packers.
  • Ability to analyze and address false positive detections effectively.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on closing detection gaps.
  • Knowledge of at least one major operating system or public cloud provider.
  • Practical research and analytical methods for threat analysis.

Market check

Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $156k
This role $122k
$88k most similar roles pay here $209k

This role pays less than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $129,556–$181,600 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $122k versus about $156k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike is a leading American cybersecurity technology firm, specializing in cloud-native endpoint protection, threat intelligence, and incident response.

CrowdStrike currently has 14 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $125,000–$180,000 across 14 roles with salary data.

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