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. 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’s Global Security team is seeking an innovative and creative Insider Risk Analyst to support the growth of our Insider Risk Program (IRP) with a focus on pre-hire candidate security. This new role at Crowd Strike will lead the development of advanced vetting protocols and collaborate closely with Talent Acquisition among other stakeholders to protect Crowd Strike against insider risks.

• The ideal candidate is a security-minded professional with expertise in risk assessment, counterintelligence, and background screening who is excited to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven, and collaborative environment. This position reports to the Manager, Global Security
• Risk & Facility Security Officer and will also support general IRP tasks on a regular basis.

What You’ll Do:

Candidate Security and Risk Assessments:
Review completed background checks on elevated risk candidates verifying education, employment history, criminal records, and credit history, ensuring alignment with company policies and legal standards

Prepare detailed reports on these candidates and make recommendations for further action, escalating elevated-risk cases to the appropriate teams

Evaluate and interpret the results of background checks to identify discrepancies, red flags, or inconsistencies using both open and closed sources

Analyze candidate profiles for potential security risks, including involvement with state-sponsored actors, e Crime actors, or past associations that may pose a threat to Crowd Strike

Identify signs of fraud, deception, or espionage by evaluating candidate behavior, documents, and interviews

Coordinate with internal security teams and third-party agencies to conduct enhanced vetting of high-risk candidates

Program Maturation and Development:
Develop and refine Crowd Strike's candidate and employee screening security protocols to align with emerging threats, especially related to state actors or foreign interference in close collaboration with stakeholders

Mature processes with an eye towards automation, scalability, and efficiency

Stay up to date with industry trends and geopolitical events that could impact Crowd Strike’s hiring security

Ensure that all screening and investigation processes comply with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, FCRA, CCPA)

• Analyze and brief identified risks and vulnerabilities to a variety of audiences

• Perform detailed and comprehensive investigations and summarize findings

• Develop and deploy mitigation strategies such as briefings, e Learnings, security awareness materials, newsletters, case studies, and other communications

• Support general Insider Risk and Global Security operations such as high-priority initiatives and incident response efforts

What You’ll Need:

• 2-5 years of experience in background investigations, intelligence analysis, risk assessment, security, or compliance, preferably in a high-security or government-adjacent industry

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, to include conducting interviews and writing reports

• Knowledge of and experience with insider threat/risk and candidate security best practices

• Proficiency in open-source intelligence (OSINT) and threat intelligence tools

• Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills with the ability to communicate concepts to all audience, including executive-level presentation skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and establish rapport while building relationships with team members across all levels of an organization

• Proven ability to work independently as well in groups with motivation, efficiency, and flexibility as well as willingness to work occasional nights and weekends

• Strong attention to detail, with a firm ethical grounding and discretion when handling sensitive information

• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance due to access requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Studies, Intelligence, Human Resources, or a related field

• Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s in National Security, Intelligence, or Security Policy) is a plus

• Relevant certifications or training courses

Bonus Points:

• Knowledge of advanced screening tools, data analytics, and AI for fraud detection or risk management

• Familiarity with relevant regulations such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other privacy laws

• Experience in a remote-first environment

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 $70,000 - $110,000 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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Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:03-06-2026