Principal Consultant - Cloud Red Team Blue Team (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. 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 CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. 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: You will conduct Cloud Red Team Blue Team (CRTBT) engagements as a Blue Teamer, supporting the customer's SOC/IR team in real-time threat hunting and incident response while the CrowdStrike Blue Red Teamer performs cloud-focused adversary emulation techniques against customer environments. What You'll Do: You will work closely with customers to understand their existing cloud security controls and detection capabilities, leveraging that knowledge to support their SOC/IR teams in real-time threat hunting, detection engineering, and incident response during cloud-focused adversary emulation exercises. Additionally, you will manage engagements from kickoff through report delivery, identify long-term enhancements to the CRTBT offering that sharpen adversary emulation tradecraft and better enable clients to detect, stop, and recover from cloud-based breaches. What You’ll Need: At least 5 years experience in blue team consulting services or MSSP roles, with a strong background in one or more public cloud platforms (typically AWS, Azure infrastructure, Microsoft Entra ID/M365 & GCP). 1-2 years conducting proactive security assessments, incident response activities, or Purple Team exercises. 5+ years cybersecurity industry experience overall, ideally in hands-on roles including incident response, threat hunting, cloud engineering, etc. Experience in scripting, automation, and tooling development to support blue team operations, streamline engagement workflows, and build or extend custom blue team offerings. Experience with building and growing relationships with client mid-level managers and executives. Experience in customer-facing project management with a keen eye toward customer service. Hands-on experience in information security programs across areas such as endpoint security, cloud security, network security, threat intelligence, or security operations is beneficial. Demonstrated ability to excel in a fast-paced professional services environment and ability to balance competing priorities while still maintaining focus on details. Proven track record in technical and creative problem solving coupled with the analytical expertise to provide quick resolution to problems. Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes. Additionally, all candidates must possess the following qualifications: Excellent client management skills & consulting poise. Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Strong business acumen. Ability to foster a positive work environment and attitude. #LI-AC1 #LI-Remote This role may require the candidate to periodically undergo and pass alcohol and/or drug test(s) during the course of employment. Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike: 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 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. CrowdStrike 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. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at for further assistance. Find out more about your rights as an applicant. CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program. Notice of E-Verify Participation Right to Work CrowdStrike, 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 - $195,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off. For detailed information about the U.S. benefits package, please click here . Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:10-14-2026