Security Operations Analyst

Security Operations Analyst (AI Training)

About the Role

We're partnering with leading AI research labs to build the next generation of AI systems that reason through real-world security incidents. As a Security Operations Analyst, your hands-on SOC experience will directly shape how AI detects, investigates, and responds to threats - making a meaningful impact on the future of cybersecurity.

If you've spent time in a SOC, responded to incidents, or triaged alerts for a living, this is your opportunity to bring that expertise to the cutting edge of AI development.

• Organization
  : Alignerr
• Type
  : Hourly Contract
• Location
  : Remote
• Commitment
  : 10-40 hours/week

What You'll Do

• Analyze realistic incident and alert scenarios to assess what's happening and why it matters
• Classify severity levels, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate response actions
• Review detection logic and investigation workflows for accuracy and real-world relevance
• Evaluate AI-generated outputs to ensure they reflect how analysts actually work in practice
• Distinguish true security signals from noise and false positives across a range of simulated environments
• Provide structured, expert feedback that helps AI systems think and respond like seasoned analysts

Who You Are

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in SOC, incident response, or security operations
• Familiar with SIEM platforms, alert triage processes, and security investigation workflows
• Skilled at separating genuine threats from false positives under realistic conditions
• Detail-oriented with strong written communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and asynchronously on task-based assignments
• No prior AI experience required - your security expertise is what matters

Nice to Have

• Experience with threat hunting, malware analysis, or digital forensics
• Familiarity with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, or SANS
• Background working across multiple SIEM or EDR platforms
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or GCIA

Why Join Us

• Work on frontier AI systems alongside top research labs and security experts
• Fully remote and flexible - work on your own schedule, on your own terms
• Freelance autonomy with meaningful, intellectually engaging work
• Contribute to AI that could improve real-world cybersecurity outcomes
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension