Sr. Intelligence Analyst - Targeted Intrusion, Iran Mission (Remote)

Posted:
8/11/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

#WeAreCrowdStrike and our mission is to stop breaches. As a global leader in cybersecurity, our team changed the game. Since our inception, our market leading cloud-native platform has offered unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. We’re looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to the customer to join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, CrowdStrike is committed to cultivating an inclusive, remote-first culture that offers people the autonomy and flexibility to balance the needs of work and life while taking their career to the next level. Interested in working for a company that sets the standard and leads with integrity? Join us on a mission that matters - one team, one fight.

About the Role:

CrowdStrike Intelligence, a core component of CrowdStrike Counter Adversary Operations, is seeking a Senior Intelligence Analyst for its Global Threat Analysis Cell (GTAC) to focus on targeted intrusion activity related to Iran-nexus adversaries. This position will be primarily focused on tracking known adversaries and other cyber operations believed to emanate from Iran, as well as identifying and tracking trends associated with these operations. The Senior Intelligence Analyst will be required to research and report on cyber operations at both the strategic and tactical level as part of a close-knit team where collaboration is a critical driver for mission success. This position is instrumental in providing unique insight into adversary operations through finished Intelligence products used by CrowdStrike customers and stakeholders.

What You'll Do: 

  • Proactively identify and track targeted intrusion cyber threats, trends, and new developments by Iran-nexus adversaries through analysis of raw intelligence and data 

  • Apply analytic best practices and tradecraft to gathered intelligence in a consistent manner

  • Provide finished intelligence analysis and assessments to internal and external customers through written reporting, in varying predetermined suspense and depth, with minimal supervision

  • Collaborate across teams to inform various functions within CrowdStrike Intelligence about activity of interest and to coordinate adversary/campaign tracking, as well as enrich finished intelligence products

  • Identify intelligence gaps and submit requests for information to fill gaps

  • Provide peer review of proposed/draft reporting and analytic uplift to team members 

  • Prioritize, categorize, and respond to requests for information from internal and external customers

  • Conduct briefings as needed for a variety of levels of customers as requested (via either phone, video conference, webcast, in-person briefing, or industry conference)

What You'll Need:

  • Motivated self-starter with 4+ years’ experience in a threat intelligence and cybersecurity environment, with a focus on state-nexus cyber operations

  • Comprehensive, practical knowledge of research/collection tradecraft and analytical methods—to include intrusion analysis

  • Strong analytic writing skills, particularly the ability to produce quality finished intelligence products on short deadlines as well as continuing to maintain analysis for, and report on, long-term strategic assessments with minimal assistance

  • Familiarity with computer networking fundamentals, computer network defense (CND) operations, host-based forensics and network traffic monitoring

  • Ability to independently identify and track adversary tradecraft trends 

  • Understanding of technical terminology, tools, and tactics employed by threat actors

  • An enthusiasm for collaboration, including being comfortable working in a team-oriented environment as well as across multiple teams to leverage subject matter expertise of colleagues

  • Passionate about taking the initiative to identify and develop new visibility into adversary operations

  • Ability or willingness to learn to conduct technical analysis of the tools and tradecraft used by threat actors

  • Knowledge of geopolitical issues and ability to use that information to support understanding of current and future impacts on the cyber threat landscape

  • Undergraduate degree, military training or relevant experience in cyber intelligence, computer science, general intelligence studies, security studies, political science, international relations, etc. 

  • Other technical security certifications or academic background, such as a graduate degree, are a plus.

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

  • Remote-first culture

  • Market leader in compensation and equity awards

  • Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements 

  • Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits

  • Physical and mental wellness programs

  • Paid parental leave, including adoption 

  • A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities

  • Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] for further assistance.

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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $95,000 - $155,000 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.

Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:10-07-2024

CrowdStrike

Website: https://www.crowdstrike.com/

Headquarter Location: Sunnyvale, California, United States

Employee Count: 5001-10000

Year Founded: 2011

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Equity

Industries: Artificial Intelligence (AI) ⋅ Cloud Data Services ⋅ Cloud Security ⋅ Cyber Security ⋅ Network Security