Role: Senior Consultant (CrowdStrike Falcon Cloud Security)
Location: Albany, NY (Onsite)
Duration: Long term
Role Overview:
The CrowdStrike Falcon Cloud Security Specialist is responsible for designing, deploying, and managing cloud security solutions using the Falcon platform. The role focuses on protecting cloud-native workloads, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and proactively detecting and mitigating threats across multi-cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud Security Deployment & Operations
o Implement and configure Falcon Cloud Security modules (CWP, CSPM, ASPM, SSPM).
o Manage security posture across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and hybrid environments.
o Automate deployment using Terraform, CloudFormation, Bash, and PowerShell.
Threat Detection & Prevention
o Develop and maintain detection mechanisms for cloud misconfigurations and vulnerabilities.
o Conduct risk assessments, penetration testing, and remediation of cloud workloads.
o Collaborate with security researchers to enhance detection capabilities.
Secure Architecture & Compliance
o Provide guidance on secure cloud solution architecture.
o Ensure compliance with NIST Cybersecurity Framework and government/industry standards.
o Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines and containerized environments.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
o Support enterprise clients in deploying Falcon Cloud Security solutions.
o Troubleshoot deployment issues and optimize configurations.
o Deliver technical expertise and training to cross-functional teams.
Required Skills:
Strong knowledge of cloud security best practices and infrastructure as code.
Hands-on experience with container security (Kubernetes, Docker) and serverless workloads.
Familiarity with CrowdStrike Falcon modules (CWP, CSPM, ASPM, SSPM).
Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
Experience with cloud-native security tools (e.g., Fortify, Snyk, BurpSuite).
Understanding of secure coding practices in Java, C++, C, and JavaScript.
3+ years in cloud security engineering or consulting.
Preferred Qualifications:
CrowdStrike certifications
Certifications such as AWS Certified Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Security Engineer.
Prior experience in large-scale enterprise deployments and regulated environments.
Strong communication skills for client-facing roles and stakeholder engagement.
