Sr. Competive Intelligence Analyst - Cloud Security (Remote)

About the role

CrowdStrike is seeking a passionate and strategic Sr. Competitive Intelligence Analyst to support our cloud security portfolio, including CWPP, CDR, CSPM, CIEM, ASPM, and more. In this role, you will partner directly with Product, Sales, and cross-functional leaders to inform roadmap decisions, guide go-to-market strategy, and help CrowdStrike win in a rapidly evolving competitive landscape.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize and formulate guidance from a variety of information levels and sources (technical, business, field, external) and regularly present key takeaways to the field and to senior leadership
• Provide a field-actionable, in-depth and ever-evolving understanding and analysis of cloud security market relative to CrowdStrike solutions and capabilities
• Develop tailored deal support (competitive surgeries & guidance), and develop a deep rapport with the field
• Work closely with the rest of the Competitive Intelligence team at CrowdStrike, as well as other key stakeholders (including the office of the CTO, sales, product, and marketing teams), functioning as a primary liaison for cloud security competition which includes development of competitive support material and competitive readiness plans
• Make recommendations on sales tactics and product strategy to enable CrowdStrike to win in the market
• Work autonomously in the development of project plans, requirements, timelines, content, and ongoing tracking/updates of the cloud competitive landscape
• Conduct win/loss analysis, using both quantitative and qualitative data sources to determine why CrowdStrike wins and loses vs the competition

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the cloud security market with heavy emphasis on CNAPP including CSPM, CWPP, and CIEM, with compliance and cybersecurity risk management
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on building experience in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and either Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Microsoft Azure
• Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience (Ideal candidates will have experience in at least TWO of the following): cloud architect, sales engineer/pre-sales, competitive intelligence, solution architect, product management, technical marketing, and product marketing
• Proven ability to synthesize complex technical concepts into field actionable guidance and executive summaries
• Superior communication skills including experience presenting to senior & executive level management
• Excellent people and project management skills to manage projects and interact/build rapport with staff, colleagues, cross-functional teams and third parties
• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes

Bonus Points

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect / AWS Certified Security - Specialty Security certifications issued by GIAC, CompTIA, ISACA, or (ISC)
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code
• Direct experience with customers (as a customer, or in a customer support or field role)

Benefits

The benefits of working at CrowdStrike include market-leading 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, a vibrant office culture with world-class amenities, and Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe. CrowdStrike is 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 recruiting@crowdstrike.com 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 $125,000 - $180,000 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:09-06-2026