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.
- Transparent 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: [email protected]

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

📌 Computer Security Specialist (Toronto)
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