Job Description

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

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 asynchronously with a team of highly qualified experts across your domain.
• Craft, solve, and review challenging problems with real-world applicability.
• Emphasize independent work and flexible hours to meet project goals.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 2+ years of experience in programming with C , C++ , or Java .
• Familiarity with security vulnerability classification such as 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.

Start Date

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

Interview Process

• 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 (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:
• 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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