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.
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
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.
Robust 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 ***** mins to complete)
Upload resume
AI interview based on your resume
Submit form
Resources & Support
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📌 Security Specialist - Fully Remote | Upto $90/Hr (New South Wales)
🏢 Mercor
📍 New South Wales