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Cyber Security Analyst

$70 - $90 per hour

Mercor

Job Description

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

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Vacancy posted 10 days ago
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