Sr. Intelligence Analyst - Russia Mission (Remote)

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About the Role:

CrowdStrike Intelligence, a core component of CrowdStrike, is seeking a Senior Intelligence Analyst for its Global Threat Analysis Cell (GTAC) to focus on targeted intrusion activity related to Russia-based adversaries. This position will be primarily focused on tracking known adversaries and other cyber operations believed to emanate from Russia as well as identify and track trends associated with these operations. The Analyst will be required to research and report on cyber operations from both the strategic and tactical level. This position is instrumental in providing unique insight into finished Intelligence products used by CrowdStrike customers and stakeholders.

What You'll Do:

• Identify and track targeted intrusion cyber threats, trends, and new developments by cyber threat actors through analysis of raw intelligence and data 

• Apply analytic tradecraft to gathered intelligence in a consistent manner

• Proactively identify and track adversary network infrastructure

• Perform intrusion and attribution analysis

• Provide finished intelligence analysis 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

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

• Provide peer review of proposed/draft reporting 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 environment, preferably with a focus on Russian cyber operations

• Comprehensive, practical knowledge of intelligence research/collection, analysis, and production tradecraft and structured analytic techniques

• Ability to identify and track adversary tradecraft trends and experience performing intrusion and attribution analysis using frameworks such as the Diamond Model. 

• Experience performing proactive adversary network infrastructure tracking using commercial tools.

• Ability to produce quality finished intelligence products incorporating estimative analysis on short deadlines, as well as continuing to maintain analysis for and report on long-term strategic assessments with minimal assistance

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

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

• 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 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 committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact Recruiting@crowdstrike.com​, for further assistance.

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Right to Work

CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $80,000 - $120,000 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:06-24-2024