Cybersecurity Expert (OSCP Required)

Mercor is seeking experienced cybersecurity professionals for a premier project with one of the world's top AI labs.

In this role, you will apply your cybersecurity expertise to review and assess content for potential security concerns. This pilot engagement focuses on pattern recognition and security analysis in a cutting-edge AI context.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Have 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity

• Possess strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, web security, and common attack patterns

• Have experience in offensive cybersecurity, CTFs, or penetration testing (OSCP Certification required)

• Demonstrate ability to utilize Python and/or other data analysis tools and interact with large databases

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

• Have high attention to detail and pattern recognition skills

• Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Have excellent proficiency in English

• Are currently based in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, UK, or Australia

• Ability to pass an enhanced background check

Key Responsibilities:

• You will work asynchronously with a team of highly qualified experts across your domain.

• You will craft, solve, and review challenging problems with real world applicability.

Timeline

• This a short term pilot sprint in late February with potential to expand based on results.

• Exact dates will be confirmed closer to the start date.

Interview Process

• You will complete a short interview and questionnaire to assess your domain expertise.

• You will be paid for up to 1 hour of onboarding time including the screening process and a few onboarding videos if you are hired.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

• You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
• This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
• Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
• Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
• Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
• Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train frontier models using human expertise. You will work on projects that focus on training and enhancing AI systems. You will be paid competitively, collaborate with leading researchers, and help shape the next generation of AI systems in your area of expertise.