About the job
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .
Position: Cybersecurity Experts Type: Contract Compensation: $70–$90/hour Location: Remote Duration: ~2 months
Role Responsibilities
- Analyze and review content for security vulnerabilities with a focus on pattern recognition and classification in an AI context.
- Apply expertise in systems programming and security concepts to enhance AI model threat detection and reasoning.
- Work independently and asynchronously with a team of experts to solve real-world problems.
- Craft, solve, and review challenging problems with real-world applicability.
- Collaborate to improve AI model performance and security assessment.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- 2+ years of experience in programming with low-level languages such as C , C++ , or Java .
- Familiarity with security vulnerability classification frameworks like OWASP or CVEs .
- Understanding of core cybersecurity concepts, including web security and common attack vectors.
- Strong attention to detail and pattern recognition skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication in English .
- Based in the U.S., Canada, UK, Australia, or New Zealand .
- Ability to pass an enhanced background check.
Start Date
- Mid-April ; exact dates confirmed closer to the start date.
Interview Process
- Short interview and questionnaire to assess domain expertise.
- Paid for up to 1 hour of onboarding time, including screening and onboarding videos if hired.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
Resources & Support
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs. mercor .com/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: support@ mercor .com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
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