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:
As the Technology Strategist for Canada, you will work and support the CTO Labs and Field CTO Teams team at CrowdStrike. The Field CTO team’s mission is to identify & deliver new strategic direction & thought leadership to customers, analysts, media & partners while supporting platform maturity journeys of customers, and supporting the identification of new markets and TAM. This includes driving strategy through cross functional collaboration across the company including Product, Sales, Marketing, and Data Science.
As the region's Technology Strategist, you will be responsible for creating and communicating the company’s technical vision and strategy on a regional basis and working closely with the company’s product CTO’s, Product Managers and Engineering functions on a regular basis. You will also work closely with other groups within CrowdStrike, which includes: sales, public sector and industry teams, legal and corporate affairs, and public relations, data science, corporate development as well as detection engineering.
This role reports to the Field CTO Americas. With your extensive cybersecurity background and your ability to think and operate at a strategic level, you will drive CrowdStrike’s technical vision and strategy across the Eastern US but will also provide support on strategic engagements across the CrowdStrike organization internationally.
What You'll Do:
Support current customers and new customers by sharing CrowdStrike’s long-range strategic vision and product roadmap, facilitating the entry of new technology concepts to market, and positioning CrowdStrike as the leading thought leader for Cybersecurity with customers, partners, analysts and media.
Driving and communicating CrowdStrike’s technology strategy to customers, partners, and investors as well as media and industry events.
Engaging with governments and regulators on cybersecurity, technical policy, and innovation.
Maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the cyber security industry, the competitive landscape and related industry developments to ensure we continue to be thought leaders who innovate ahead of the market.
Using stakeholders’ feedback to inform necessary improvements and adjustments to technology.
Focusing on technology improvements that will improve your region.
Discovering new technologies that yield competitive advantage as part of the core platform or through technology partnerships.
Providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
Support customers and prospects as part of our Executive Briefing Program either virtually or onsite in Sunnyvale.
What You'll Need:
The ability or experience in developing security strategies for companies and/or governments and for overseeing the successful implementation and execution of these strategies.
Execute corporate security strategy with the ability to be able to differentiate CrowdStrike’s products and services.
Broad information security competency and experience across strategy, governance, technology, and policy.
Demonstrate a deep and broad knowledge of security issues and trends (GRC space) and are able to articulate a high-level security strategy to both technical and non-technical audiences.
An ability to develop and maintain relationships with senior leaders both within customers and in CrowdStrike, up to and including C-level executives.
A history of speaking at industry conferences, published blogs, podcasts, white papers, books, PR and Media interviews.
Working in a role such as or similar to Regional CTO, Enterprise Technology Strategist, Strategic Consultant, Enterprise Security Architect.
Hands on experience in detailed research and analysis.
Experience across various security disciplines, including nation state, e-crime, and hacktivist tradecraft across multiple industries.
Experience with/exposure to Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, SIEM/Log Management, Mobile Security, Identity Security, Incident Response as well as other cyber security domains.
Regional travel with some international travel is expected.
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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 Canada ULC is committed to equal pay for equal work in its compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in Canada is $150,000 - $265,000 CAD per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. This is Canadian-based employment, and it is expected that all employees maintain legal entitlement to work in Canada. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process are subject to background checks, including but not limited to criminal record, credit, and/or reference checks.Skills Required
- Ability to develop security strategies for companies or governments
- Broad information security competency across strategy, governance, technology, and policy
- Experience in various security disciplines including Endpoint Security and Cloud Security
- History of public speaking and published works in the cybersecurity field
- Experience in roles such as Regional CTO or Strategic Consultant
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What We Do
CrowdStrike has redefined security with the world’s most advanced cloud-native platform that protects and enables the people, processes and technologies that drive modern enterprise. Tested and proven, the world's largest organizations trust CrowdStrike to stop breaches with unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. The CrowdStrike culture has been built upon our Core Values since the day we began. We are Fanatical About the Customer, Relentlessly Focused on Innovation and believe that our Limitless Passion drives Unlimited Potential for every CrowdStriker. As a purpose-built remote-first company, we believe cultivating a connected culture for every employee, no matter where they are in the world, is a key ingredient in building a high-performing, diverse team. We don’t have a mission statement. We’re on a mission—to stop breaches. Ready to join a mission that matters?
Why Work With Us
We have a culture that celebrates achievement, encourages flexibility and innovation and thrives on teamwork. We all work towards a single mission: to stop breaches. This common goal drives a sense of community and connection among our people across the globe.
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