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Kansas Action for Children, Inc

Sr. Engineer - Security Research (Remote)

Kansas Action for Children, Inc, Topeka, Kansas, United States,


Job Description

CrowdStrike, Inc. at CrowdStrike, Inc. in Topeka, Vermont, United States

Full timeR18488

About the Role:

CrowdStrike’s Endpoint Protection (EPP) Content Research team is seeking a motivated professional with strong technical skills to analyze Linux and MacOS based malware. The Content Research team is focused on improving detection capability and efficiency for the Falcon Host platform through threat analysis of ongoing attacks by criminal and state sponsored actors impacting our customer base along with researching emerging TTPs from online publications and/or purple teaming exercises.

What You'll Do:

The position entails researching malware families and malicious behavior through deep-dive reverse engineering techniques. Researchers partner with other teams to implement high fidelity behavioral coverage based on their analysis.Content Research is dedicated to responding to our customer's security needs as threats evolve and ensuring CrowdStrike maintains coverage of all relevant threats regardless of the source of attack. Falcon Host is a unique endpoint detection and response solution and security researchers on the team will have the opportunity to translate their research findings into impactful detection capabilities backed by an unprecedented number of events at their disposal for analytic initiatives.

What You'll Need:

Required:Experience leading research initiatives that outline technical tasks, goals, experiments, and people with larger overarching strategies includedExperience reverse engineering and analyzing Mach-O/ELF binariesExperience scripting in languages like Python or bashExperience in system, network, security operations, or an equivalent roleStrong knowledge of one or more low level architectures (x86/ARM/etc)Strong knowledge of C/C++, Swift, or RustAbility to explain the relevant Mach-O/ELF features for malware analysisAbility to create technical write-ups for research outcomesAbility to work independently in unstructured situationsAbility to provide technical expertise and mentorship on Mac and Linux system internalsPreferred:Experience in a security operations center responding to incidents on Linux or MacOS systemsExperience creating IOA/IOC detection rulesAdvanced understanding of Linux or MacOS internalsStrong knowledge of mitigation techniques (ASLR, stack cookies, NX)Strong Knowledge of file formats (ELF, Mach-O, OLE, etc) including binary protection strategiesAdvanced development experience on projects in C, C++, Golang, or RustStrong Knowledge of dynamic and static binary analysis with experience using tools like IDA/Ghidra/Binary Ninja/Radare2Strong understanding of the threat landscape targeting Mac and Linux operating systems

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, information technology or work related disciplines from an accredited college or university. Equivalent work, military or self-guided experience is also acceptable.

Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

Remote-first cultureMarket leader in compensation and equity awards

CrowdStrike, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by law.

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