Crowdstrike SME Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services

Milford, United States

Salary : 15,500 - 19000

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
5+ years in detection engineering, threat hunting, or security operations. 
Deep expertise with CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint, Next-Gen SIEM, CS IDP, FUSION, and SOAR platforms. 
Strong experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure). 
Proficiency in CrowdStrike Query Language (FQL/CQL) and scripting (Python, PowerShell). 
Proven ability to troubleshoot CrowdStrike sensor issues, agent health, and platform integration. 
Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, NIST 800-53, and modern detection frameworks. 
Expertise in Cribl and/or Cribl-like data optimization tools 
CrowdStrike certifications (e.g., CCFA, CCFH) 
Experience with threat intelligence platforms and adversary emulation. 
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, detection-as-code, and infrastructure-as-code practices
Roles & Responsibilities
Detection Engineering & Threat Monitoring 
Develop and maintain high-fidelity detection rules using CrowdStrike Falcon, Next-Gen SIEM, and FUSION. 
Leverage CS IDP to detect identity-based threats and lateral movement. 
Write and optimize queries using CrowdStrike Query Language (FQL/CQL) for threat hunting and detection 
validation. 
Build and tune detections for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and integrate with cloud-native logging
tools. 
Strong Experience in data engine tools like Cribl for SIEM integration, data processing, normalization, 
and enrichment to enhance SIEM capabilities. 
CrowdStrike Ecosystem Ownership 
Function as the primary SME for CrowdStrike, including Falcon, IDP, FUSION, and related modules. 
Troubleshoot and resolve sensor deployment issues, agent health problems, and telemetry gaps. 
Serve as the escalation point for CrowdStrike-related errors, automation failures, and detection tuning. 
Collaborate with CrowdStrike support and engineering teams to resolve complex issues and optimize 
platform performance. 
SOAR Automation & Incident Response 
Design and implement automated response playbooks using SOAR platforms to reduce 
dwell time and automate/streamline triage. 
Integrate detection outputs with incident response and/or other compliance frameworks as required. 
Threat Modeling & Use Case Development 
Conduct threat modeling for enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and business-critical applications. 
Translate MITRE ATT&CK techniques into actionable detection logic and use cases. 
Collaboration & Mentorship 
Work closely with infrastructure, compliance, and security operations teams to ensure secure operations. 
Mentor junior engineers and analysts on detection engineering, query development, and CrowdStrike 
best practices 
Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices.
Generic Managerial Skills, If any
Team management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
Excellent communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. 



Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000 a Year

TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
Discretionary Annual Incentive.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.


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