Cybersecurity Experts

Role Overview Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab to engage experienced cybersecurity and low-level programming experts for a short-term, high-impact project. This engagement focuses on analyzing and reviewing content for security vulnerabilities, with an emphasis on pattern recognition and classification in an AI context. Contributors will apply expertise in systems programming and security concepts to improve how AI models detect and reason about potential threats. This opportunity begins with a work trial and may extend into a ~2-month project based on performance.

Ideal Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in programming, preferably with low-level languages such as C, C++, or Java

• Familiarity with security vulnerability classification (e.g., OWASP, CVEs, or similar frameworks)

• 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

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

• The work trial will happen mid-April 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.