SkillBridge, Internal Investigations Analyst (Remote)

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate an inclusive culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About The Role:
This Job Description is for DoD SkillBridge participation and is not eligible for direct hire.

CrowdStrike is looking for a highly motivated, self-driven Internal Investigations Analyst to support the Internal Risk Program via triage and investigation of detections and take action as appropriate (e.g. live response, containment, escalation, etc). This role is within our CSIRT team and is a remote position available to qualifying service members currently residing in the US.

CrowdStrike’s DoD SkillBridge / Career Skills Program (CSP) Internship is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29 as enacted by 10 U.S.C. Sec 1143. Eligibility is restricted to members of the U.S. Armed Forces separating honorably with greater than 180 days of continuous Active Duty. SkillBridge/CSP period of eligibility is within the final 180 days of Active Duty service, and the SkillBridge/CSP must be completed prior to separation from Active Duty in the U.S. Armed Forces.

CrowdStrike’s DoD SkillBridge/CSP Internship is open to members of all services, and all ranks and experience levels. Service members should fully review SkillBridge/CSP Job Description for requirements and qualifications of the individual position.

SkillBridge participants participate in full time training with industry (40-hour work week) under permissive temporary duty military orders and are not eligible for compensation from CrowdStrike during SkillBridge participation, but will continue to receive all military wages and benefits as defined by the Department of Defense.

DoD SkillBridge/CSP is fully compliant with FLSA, DBA, SCA, CSHSSA and all other pertinent Federal and State labor laws. For more employer information regarding DoD SkillBridge/CSP, please visit the Department of Defense DoD SkillBridge website at https://skillbridge.osd.mil/

What You’ll Do:

• Participate in confidential insider risk investigations

• Create and implement insider risk related detections

• Perform detailed and comprehensive investigations, reviewing data from multiple data sources to include, but not limited to, network, host, and open source

• Communicate with end users regarding potential policy violations when appropriate

• Assist in data recovery efforts through the creation of comprehensive reports on an as-needed basis

• Provide senior leadership and executive level staff with active investigations notifications/updates (EXSUMs) in a clear, logical, concise manner

• Handling confidential or sensitive information with appropriate discretion

• Assist in regular and sustained alert tuning efforts to minimize false positive results

• Ensure that all investigations are properly documented and tracked in appropriate case management systems

• Support Incident Response lifecycle via triage and investigation of detections and action as appropriate (e.g. live response, containment, escalation, etc.)

• Assist in the development of detection criteria, through ASM (Attack Surface Mapping), across a broad range of technologies and log sources

• Identify security controls coverage and efficiency gaps in available data/logs and tooling

• Provide information security summaries containing security metrics as required

• Participate in incident response and manage escalations as needed

• Drive efficient process development and documentation for all aspects of the Incident Response lifecycle

• Provide after-hours support on an on-demand basis

What You’ll Need:

• Experience with data classification or risk scoring methodologies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong emphasis on attention-to-detail

• Ability to triage and manage 2-3 investigations simultaneously

• Ability to work independently and coordinate with multiple internal departments as needed

• Experience responding to security event alerts, including front-line analysis and escalation, of hacktivist, cybercrime, and APT activity

• Theoretical and practical knowledge with Mac, Linux, and Windows operating systems

• Theoretical and practical knowledge with TCP/IP networking and application layers

• Experience with ASM (Attack Surface Mapping), Threat Hunting/Emulation

• Experience with access/application/system log analysis, IDS/IPS alerting and data flow, and SIEM-based workflows

• Experience with security data collection, processing, and correlation

Additionally, all candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• Capable of following technical instructions and completing technical tasks without supervision

• Desire to continually grow and expand both technical and soft skills

• Contributing thought leader within the incident response industry

• Ability to foster a positive work environment and attitude

• Meets DoD SkillBridge Qualifications

• Current Active Duty Service Member

• Available to participate 90-180 days

• This role is only open to US citizens and Green Card holders

Preferred Skills:

• Scripting experience (Bash, PowerShell, etc.)

• Experience with REGEX and data stream editing binaries (SED, AWK, etc.)

• Experience with host database enumeration and analysis (SQL, SQLITE3)

• Experience with network analysis (TCPDump, TSHark/WireShark, etc.)

• Experience with basic static and dynamic host analysis (Order of Volatility, etc.)

• Experience with basic files analysis (permissions, ownership, metadata)

• Working knowledge of INIT, SYSTEMD, LAUNCHD, BIOS/UEFI Boot processes

• Obtained or Pursuing an undergraduate degree or direct experience in information/cyber security, information systems, or computer science

• Applicable security certifications (GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, GNFA, GIME, GCCC, GPEN, OSCP, etc.) or equivalent job experience.

Bonus Points:

• Scripting experience highly desirable (Python, Perl, etc.)

• Experienced user of Splunk or Falcon LogScale query language

• Experience with user behavior analytics and profiling tools or methodologies

• Experience in creating and tuning detection/alert logic to provide greater fidelity and reduce false positives

• Experience in data loss prevention, data classification, and knowledge of common data loss vectors

• Previous project management experience desirable

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