IT Services Consulting Expert

Role Overview

Mercor is partnering with leading AI labs to engage experienced IT services and consulting professionals to improve AI systems' understanding of enterprise technology, digital transformation, and technical advisory workflows. Contributors will apply their expertise in areas such as systems integration, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, data engineering, and IT strategy to evaluate and enhance AI performance on technology consulting tasks. This is a project-based opportunity with potential for ongoing engagement depending on performance and project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate AI-generated outputs related to solution architecture, technology recommendations, implementation planning, and technical documentation

• Create realistic scenarios based on IT consulting workflows — discovery workshops, requirements gathering, vendor evaluation, migration planning, and post-implementation review

• Annotate, label, and validate data across IT services use cases (e.g., cloud migration assessments, security posture reviews, infrastructure design, DevOps pipelines)

• Provide structured feedback on AI accuracy in areas such as enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), security standards (NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2), and ITSM practices

• Collaborate asynchronously with research teams to refine evaluation frameworks for technology-domain AI

Ideal Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience at an IT services firm, systems integrator, or technology consultancy (e.g., Accenture, Deloitte Digital, Infosys, Cognizant, Wipro, or equivalent)

• Background in one or more areas such as:

  • IT strategy and digital transformation advisory

  • Cloud architecture and migration (AWS, Azure, GCP)

  • Cybersecurity consulting and risk assessment

  • Data engineering, analytics, or AI/ML implementation

  • Enterprise application consulting (SAP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Workday)

• Relevant certifications a plus (AWS SA, Azure Solutions Architect, CISSP, PMP, TOGAF)

• Strong analytical thinking and ability to translate technical consulting workflows into structured evaluation tasks

• Clear written communication and attention to detail

Compensation Note

• Task Completion Pay: Competitive and based on task quality (~$1,750 – $2,150 per completed task, subject to change as the project evolves)

• Performance Bonus: Top performers receive a weekly bonus incentive on top of their per task rate!

• Hourly Opportunity: Top performers may be invited to transition to an hourly compensation model based on sustained quality and throughput.

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.