Principal, Indoctrination Strategy, Office of Adversary Program Coordination (Hybrid)

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:

The Principal, Indoctrination Strategy serves as the strategic architect for translating strategic doctrine into enterprise-wide culture change. This role designs and directs the comprehensive indoctrination strategy that embeds doctrine-informed thinking across all internal functions converting doctrine into educational programs, training opportunities, knowledge assets, and incentive structures that drive lasting behavioral change at scale. 

Reporting to the Sr. Strategist, Adversary Ops, this Principal IC exercises wide latitude in determining objectives an approaches to critical assignments, is widely recognized as a subject matter expert and thought leader, and serves as a spokesperson for adversary-first culture transformation.

What You'll Do:

• Design and own the enterprise indoctrination strategy, translating strategic doctrine into educational and training programs tailored for various audiences across CrowdStrike

• Develop and deliver training programs and curriculum across multiple internal learning & development platforms

• Conduct audience analysis for all educational initiatives to ensure content and delivery mechanisms drive relevance, engagement, and behavioral impact

• Develop roadshow materials and content for executive meetings, senior leader offsites, product strategy sessions, and town halls (global and org-specific)

• Build and maintain a comprehensive knowledge management infrastructure – wiki pages, slide decks, long-form documentation, and other shareable assets – ensuring doctrine is easy to find, understand, and apply

• Analyze corporate incentive structures to identify misalignments with doctrinal adversary-first thinking and recommend structural changes

• Partner with HR, Finance, and Leadership to embed strategic doctrine into performance management, compensation, and recognition frameworks

• Apply UX/UI strategic thinking to ensure doctrine is embedded across all user personas

• Serve as an external spokesperson for strategic doctrine and culture transformation initiatives

• Contribute to industry conversations on adversary-first thinking and organizational culture change

What You'll Need:

• B.S./B.A. or equivalent preferred plus 15+ years relevant experience (can be flexible depending on performance and potential)

• Minimum 8+ years in roles involving organizational culture change, strategic program development, or enterprise transformation

• Minimum 5+ years in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, or adversary-focused environments

• Proven track record designing and executing large-scale, multi-stakeholder educational or training programs across various audiences

• Demonstrated ability to drive adoption and behavior change at enterprise scale

• Exceptional ability to tailor messaging, content, and delivery for audiences ranging from frontline operators to C-suite executives

• Strong writing skills for creating clear, compelling documentation, educational materials, and executive communications

• Experience analyzing and recommending changes to organizational incentive structures or performance management systems

• Proven ability to build networks and drive alignment across organizational silos without formal authority

• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to develop strategy and structure in emerging or undefined areas

Bonus Points:

• Prior experience at CrowdStrike

• Background in organizational development, change management, or culture transformation

• Formal training or certification in change management methodologies

• Experience with learning management systems (LMS), instructional design, or curriculum development

• Background in content strategy, knowledge management, or information architecture

• Experience with UX/UI strategy or human-centered design

• Published articles, conference presentations, or speaking engagements in relevant domains

• Track record presenting to C-suite or board-level audiences

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This role will require the candidate to periodically undergo and pass additional background and fingerprint check(s) consistent with government customer requirements.

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, 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 $195,000 - $290,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.

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