Associate Security Engineer

About This Role

CrowdStrike is hiring Associate Security Engineers to protect over 29,000 customers from cyberattacks using the Falcon platform — the world's leading cloud-native endpoint security solution. You will work on detection engineering, threat intelligence, platform security, or cloud security in a remote-first engineering culture.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Associate Security Engineer
• Company: CrowdStrike
• Location: Austin, TX / Sunnyvale, CA / Washington, DC / Kirkland, WA / Irvine, CA (Remote eligible)
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (0–2 years)
• Salary Range: $34–$48/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-06-06
• Application Deadline: 2026-07-06

Role Context

CrowdStrike's security engineers work on threat detection logic, endpoint agent software, cloud security posture, or adversary intelligence platforms. Associate engineers are embedded in small teams and take on meaningful work quickly — your work directly stops real adversaries targeting major governments and enterprises.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and tune detection rules and behavioral indicators for the Falcon sensor
• Develop security automation scripts and tooling using Python or Go
• Analyze malware samples and attacker techniques to improve threat coverage
• Contribute to cloud security features for AWS, Azure, and GCP environments
• Review security logs, alerts, and telemetry to identify false positives and coverage gaps
• Collaborate with threat intelligence analysts to convert TTPs into detection logic

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field (2024–2026 grad)
• Scripting skills in Python or Go for security tooling and automation
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, Windows internals, or endpoint behavior
• Understanding of networking, malware analysis basics, or threat hunting concepts
• CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent certification is a plus

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $34–$48/hr with CrowdStrike RSUs and annual performance bonus
• Fully remote with optional office access in US locations
• Top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance
• Annual home office and equipment stipend
• Generous PTO, parental leave, and 401(k) with company match

Who Should Apply

Security-minded graduates who want to work at the frontline of cybersecurity defense. Ideal for candidates who enjoy reverse engineering, threat analysis, or writing detection logic — and who want a remote-first culture at a mission-driven security company.

About the Company

CrowdStrike is a global cybersecurity leader protecting over 29,000 customers including major governments, banks, and technology companies. Its cloud-native Falcon platform uses AI and behavioral analytics to stop breaches before they happen.

How to Apply

Apply through CrowdStrike Careers. Search "Associate Security Engineer" or "Entry Level Security." Expect a technical screen covering networking, endpoint security, and scripting fundamentals.