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Cybersecurity AI Specialist

Posted 2 Days Ago
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
70-90 Hourly
Junior
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
70-90 Hourly
Junior
Analyze and classify technical content for security vulnerabilities, apply pattern recognition to improve AI model threat detection, design and evaluate security problems, and collaborate asynchronously with domain experts to produce high-quality outputs.
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Compensation: $70-$90 per hour
We are partnering with a leading AI lab to engage experienced cybersecurity and low-level programming professionals for a short-term, high-impact project. This role focuses on analyzing and reviewing content for security vulnerabilities, with an emphasis on pattern recognition and classification within an AI-driven environment.

You will apply your expertise in systems programming and cybersecurity to help improve how advanced AI models detect, classify, and reason about potential threats.


Requirements

What You’ll Do

  • Analyze and review technical content to identify potential security vulnerabilities
  • Classify issues using established frameworks and best practices
  • Design, solve, and evaluate real-world security-focused problems
  • Apply pattern recognition to improve AI model understanding of threat scenarios
  • Collaborate asynchronously with domain experts to ensure high-quality outputs

Who You Are

  • 2+ years of programming experience, preferably in low-level languages such as C, C++, or Java
  • Familiarity with vulnerability classification frameworks (e.g., OWASP, CVEs, or similar)
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, including web security and common attack vectors
  • Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills in English

Eligibility

  • Must be based in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, or New Zealand
  • Ability to pass an enhanced background check

Engagement Details

  • Initial work trial beginning mid-April, with potential extension into a ~2-month project
  • Fully remote, asynchronous work environment with flexible scheduling
  • Opportunity to collaborate with highly skilled experts across cybersecurity and AI domains

Interview Process

  • Short interview and questionnaire to assess technical expertise
  • Paid onboarding (up to 1 hour), including screening and introductory materials for selected candidates

Compensation & Payments

  • Competitive compensation based on expertise and contribution
  • Weekly payments via supported global payment platforms

Additional Information

  • Independent contractor engagement
  • Work must not involve sharing confidential or proprietary information from any current or past employer or client
  • Project duration may vary based on performance and business needs
  • This opportunity does not currently support certain work authorization categories

Equal Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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