As a global leader in cybersecurity, Crowd Strike 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. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on Crowd Strike 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 Crowd Striker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented Crowd Strikers 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:

Crowd Strike is establishing a Fin Ops practice to drive sustainable cost management across our fourteen product groups and eleven platform groups. The Fin Ops Lead will serve as the strategic leader and primary champion of this practice, establishing vision, strategy, while ensuring cost efficiency continues beyond our FY27 Cost Reduction Program.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days per week on-site at one of the posted locations.

What You'll Do:

Strategic Leadership

• Establish and champion the Fin Ops vision, strategy, across the engineering organization

• Drive Fin Ops capability maturity across all Cloud Cost Management Framework pillars (Understand, Quantify, Optimize)

• Serve as primary liaison between Engineering, Finance, and Executive Leadership on cost management initiatives

• Participate in Infrastructure Foundations Program Management governance to ensure alignment with FY27 Cost Reduction Program

• Report Fin Ops metrics, outcomes, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership

Organizational Coordination

• Coordinate Fin Ops activities across fourteen product groups and eleven platform groups in our matrix organization

• Facilitate allocation methodology discussions between platform and product groups

• Ensure consistency in cost reporting and optimization approaches across all groups

• Lead the Fin Ops Working Group with representatives from key product and platform groups

• Build and maintain relationships with product group-specific program managers

Capability Development

• Define and prioritize Fin Ops capability development roadmap aligned with organizational needs

• Drive changes toward cost-conscious engineering across the entire organization

• Establish Fin Ops governance structures, policies, and standards

• Collaborate with Data Analytics Team on Tech Ops Analytics Data Solution Fin Ops requirements

• Partner with Infrastructure Foundations PgM to ensure no duplication and clear handoffs

Team Leadership

• Build, lead, and mentor the Fin Ops core team (Senior Fin Ops Analyst, Fin Ops Analyst, Fin Ops Engineer, Fin Ops Program Manager)

• Manage Fin Ops budget and resource allocation

• Establish regular cadences for team operations, stakeholder engagement, and executive reporting

• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement

What You'll Need:

Required Qualifications

• Fin Ops Certified Practitioner certification (or commitment to obtain within 90 days)

• 7+ years of experience in cloud cost management, engineering leadership, or related field

• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their pricing models

• Proven experience navigating complex matrix organizations and building cross-functional partnerships

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with ability to influence at all organizational levels

• Technical credibility with engineering teams and ability to understand infrastructure and application architectures

• Experience establishing and maturing organizational practices or centers of excellence

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fin Ops Certified Professional certification

• Experience in cybersecurity or SaaS industry

• Background in both engineering and finance/business functions

• Experience with data center operations and hybrid cloud environments

• Familiarity with commitment-based discount programs (Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, CUDs)

• Track record of delivering measurable cost optimization results

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking with ability to position near-term wins and long-term capability building

• Exceptional communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

• Data-driven decision making with strong analytical capabilities

• Collaborative leadership style that builds consensus and drives action

• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to establish structure in emerging practice areas

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This role will require the candidate to periodically undergo and pass additional background and fingerprint check(s) consistent with government customer requirements.

Benefits of Working at Crowd Strike:

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards

• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs

• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge

• Paid parental and adoption leaves

• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role

• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections

• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

Crowd Strike 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.

Crowd Strike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.

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Crowd Strike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the pay range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $140,000 - $215,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.

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