Threat Research Intern, Adversary Strategy - Summer 2025 (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 a 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. Our University Recruiting program is dedicated to attracting and cultivating the future leaders of this industry. This program offers paid positions for students and recent grads, designed to provide exposure to work that makes an impact while being supported through a structured experience with seasoned professionals. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

CrowdStrike’s Malware Research Center (MRC) is at the core of Falcon’s malware detection and response capabilities. As an MRC team member, you'll analyze the threat landscape and drive improvements to our machine learning and behavioral protection capabilities. Where there is a gap, MRC takes action to improve our detection stance and protection story. There are many parts of CrowdStrike working towards protecting our customers and MRC works across all of them to ensure we are providing the best protection for the current threat landscape. Help us stop breaches with your expertise.

About the Role:

As a member of CrowdStrike’s Adversary Strategy team, you will continuously assess CrowdStrike's threat coverage, provide strategic recommendations for cutting-edge defenses, and ensure we are prepared to aggressively counter against any adversary. You will collaborate cross-functionally to develop remediation strategies and offer expert guidance, empowering CrowdStrike to strengthen our security posture.

What You’ll Do:

• Work across multiple security domains from endpoint to the cloud.

• Understand threat actor tradecraft and how to counter adversaries.

• Analyze security data, threat intelligence, and other information to detect gaps or improvement opportunities in CrowdStrike’s detection capabilities and readiness against adversaries.

• Conduct in-depth research on emerging attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and adversary tactics.

• Collaborate with counterparts across CrowdStrike to improve the platform’s resilience.

What You’ll Need:

• A senior, or graduate-level student currently working towards a Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity or equivalent degree, graduating between December 2025 - June 2026

• Ability to program in Python and GoLang.

• Experience querying datasets using SQL.

• Knowledge of detection rules such as Yara, Snort, or Sigma.

• Ability to analyze log sources for threat detection and response.

• Understanding of security methodologies, technologies, and best practices.

• Ability to grasp abstract problems and reason about solutions to solve them.

• Excellent analytical, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Bonus Points:

• Understanding of data correlation, graph analysis.

• Experience with cloud logs and intrusion analysis.

• Experience using distributed SQL engines like Athena, Presto, Spark, or Hive.

• Knowledge of the threat landscape and MITRE ATT&CK.

• Offensive security, cloud, or cyber defense certifications.

• Threat intelligence or threat detection and response experience.

• Data science or machine learning experience.

• Experience with blue teams or SOC.

• Experience in a specific industry or domain (e.g., financial services, healthcare, critical infrastructure)

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What You Can Expect:

• Remote-friendly and flexible work culture

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards

• Paid holidays (including birthday holidays) and 401k matching (where applicable)

• Professional development opportunities including workshops, tech talks, and Executive Speaker Series

• Assigned mentors from across the company for continuous support and feedback

• Participation in companywide initiatives including ERGs, FalconFIT, Wellness Programs, and Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Resource Groups, geographic neighbourhood groups and volunteer opportunities to build connections

• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

• Ownership of impactful projects that move the company forward

• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

Right to Work

CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to equal pay for equal work in its compensation practices. The hourly rate for this position is $28 - $35

Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:04-13-2025