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.