CrowdStrikeSecurity Specialist
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. 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 also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. 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:
The Security Specialist is responsible for carrying out system administration and technical duties on facility access control systems in line with industry standards to ensure operational and system integrations globally. The position carries responsibilities for maintaining CrowdStrike’s security program and access control systems to reduce security vulnerabilities by enforcing formalized security processes, policies, and procedures for personnel and facilities.
The Security Specialist works under the Director of Global Security, and with department personnel across CrowdStrike’s enterprise. The position consists primarily of internal company relationships, with some external vendor communications. You must have a passion for physical security processes, technology, administrative responsibilities, and complex systems. You must be able to demonstrate extensive experience, knowledge, skills and abilities directly related to Physical Protection Systems (PPS) - system administration, network vulnerabilities, network maintenance, access control and Video Surveillance Systems (VSS) platforms, security expansion and build design, and physical office security. The position also requires on-site office work a minimum of three days per week.
Due to the nature of the work, the position may require additional work hours during an incident, crisis, or event; up to and including nights and weekends.
What You'll Do:
Partner with the Global Security System Administrator to manage CrowdStrike's facility security and access control program
Administer all aspects of personnel security including processing access control requests, and supporting employee security briefings
Identify risks and improvement opportunities through systematic weekly and monthly audits, reporting findings to management
Create and maintain security documentation including policies, procedures, and standards
Implement and communicate CrowdStrike's access control and video surveillance systems (VSS) program ensuring proper visitor management and access verification
Review and update current access control methods, standards, and procedures to ensure the access database is accurate at all times
Ensure inoperable security systems are properly documented, service requests are generated immediately, and compensatory measures are in place through issue resolution
Provide administrative support to the Executive Protection program
Facilitate incident resolution within the department, capturing relevant information and escalating to appropriate teams when necessary
Monitor global facility camera feeds
Work in direct coordination with CrowdStrike networking and IT departments to confirm all required policies are met
Generate logs and reports according to departmental requirements and management requests
Enhance communication methods with proactive solutions, ensuring transparent and responsive communication as authorized
Secure an understanding of security among all CrowdStrike personnel
Create and process new employee/contractor facility access accounts and control cards
Promptly remove facility access control for terminated or departing employees
Collaborate with GSOC leadership to establish and maintain a comprehensive security operations center environment.
All other duties as assigned
What You'll Need:
Required:
5+ years’ experience in global security operations, security management, and personnel/facility security
Ability to work nights and weekends during a crisis event
Experience in defining, implementing, and ensuring risk-based standards, processes and procedures
Prior experience with PPS/VSS - access control, monitoring systems, networking, and IT
Strong administrative skills
Strong computer and systems knowledge
Strong problem-solving skills
Must be willing to travel when required
Preferred:
Prior military or law enforcement experience
Excellent technical, interpersonal, and analytic skills with the ability to communicate physical security concepts to technical as well as non-technical audiences
Experience with user provisioning and access management processes
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills
Experience in supporting training development and logistics
Demonstrated ability to establish rapport and build relationships with internal team members across all levels of the organization, as well as with external vendor organizations
Proven ability to work independently with efficiency and flexibility
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Experience with implementing security measures associated to PPS
First Aid and CPR certified
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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.
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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 $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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