CrowdStrike is looking for an Incident Response Principal Consultant to be a key technical leader protecting organizations against advanced attackers. In this role, you will make a direct impact on global security by leading investigations and forensic analysis.
What You'll Do
- Serve as the technical lead on incident response engagements.
- Develop and use new methods to hunt for bad actors across large sets of data.
- Work under the direction of outside counsel to conduct intrusion investigations.
- Perform host and/or network-based forensics across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.
- Produce high-quality written and verbal reports, presentations, recommendations, and findings to key stakeholders including customer management, regulators, and legal counsel.
- Demonstrate industry thought leadership through blog posts, CrowdCasts, and other public speaking events.
What We're Looking For
- Experience in one or more of: Incident Response, Computer Forensic Analysis, Network Forensic Analysis, Reverse Engineering, Incident Remediation, Network Operations and Architecture/Engineering, Cloud Incident Response (AWS, Azure, GCP), Communications.
- Team leadership experience in a matrixed consulting environment.
- Capable of completing technical tasks without supervision.
- Desire to grow and expand both technical and soft skills.
- Strong project management skills.
- Contributing thought leader within the incident response industry.
- Ability to foster a positive work environment and attitude.
- Ability to travel on short notice, up to 30% of the time.
- Speak and write Japanese at a minimum high business Japanese level.
Nice to Have
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) or GCFE
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- OSCP / OSCE (Offensive Security certifications for more offensive/technical IR work)
- Cloud incident response (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Technical Stack
- Windows, Mac, Linux
- Bro/Zeek, Suricata
- AWS, Azure, GCP
Team & Environment
You will be part of the CrowdStrike Services team, a mission-driven group dedicated to making a difference in global security. We foster a culture of belonging where everyone is valued and empowered to succeed.
Benefits & Compensation
- 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.
Work Mode
This position is remote and open to candidates located in Japan (JPN). The role offers the flexibility and autonomy to own your career.
CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, 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.




