[Hiring] Cybersecurity Expert - AI Focus @Mercor

Role Description

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.
• Craft, solve, and review challenging problems with real-world applicability.
• Work independently and asynchronously with a team of highly qualified experts.
• Improve AI model performance by identifying and addressing potential security threats.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Currently based in the U.S., Canada, UK, Australia, or New Zealand.
• Ability to pass an enhanced background check.

Requirements

• Start Date: Mid-April; exact dates confirmed closer to the start date.

Benefits

• Complete a 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

• 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: [email protected]
• Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.