1 day ago

Cybersecurity Analyst

Mercor

Hybrid
Part Time
$104,000
Hybrid

Job Overview

Job TitleCybersecurity Analyst
Job TypePart Time
CategoryCommerce
Experience5 Years
DegreeMaster
Offered Salary$104,000
LocationHybrid

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Job Description

About Mercor

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 Analyst

  • Type: Contract
  • Compensation: $100/hour
  • Location: Remote
  • Commitment: 20+ hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and assess content for potential security concerns in a cutting-edge AI context.
  • Review and analyze security patterns to enhance AI model security.
  • Collaborate asynchronously with a team of experts to solve real-world cybersecurity problems.
  • Utilize Python and other data analysis tools to interact with large databases.
  • Work independently to improve AI model performance and security analysis.

Qualifications

Must-Have
  • 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, web security, and common attack patterns.
  • Experience in offensive cybersecurity, CTFs, or penetration testing (OSCP Certification required).
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
  • High attention to detail and pattern recognition skills.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent proficiency in English.
  • Citizenship in U.S., Canada, New Zealand, UK, or Australia.
  • Currently based in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, UK, or Australia.
  • Ability to pass an enhanced background check.

Start Date

Late February; exact dates will be 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

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

Key skills/competency

  • Cybersecurity assessment
  • AI model security
  • Offensive security
  • Penetration testing (OSCP)
  • Python programming
  • Data analysis
  • Web security
  • Attack pattern recognition
  • Asynchronous collaboration
  • Security analysis

Tags:

Cybersecurity Analyst
cybersecurity
security assessment
AI model security
offensive security
penetration testing
web security
attack patterns
data analysis
pattern recognition
problem-solving
Python
data analysis tools
databases
CTFs
OSCP
security tools
AI context
vulnerability assessment
threat detection
network security

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How to Get Hired at Mercor

  • Research Mercor's mission: Study their focus on connecting talent with leading AI research labs and their investor backing to align your application.
  • Highlight AI security expertise: Tailor your resume and cover letter to emphasize experience in AI security, web security, and relevant certifications like OSCP.
  • Showcase offensive skills: Provide concrete examples of your experience in penetration testing, CTFs, and identifying attack patterns.
  • Prepare for the AI interview: Practice articulating your cybersecurity expertise and problem-solving skills clearly, as an AI will evaluate your responses.
  • Demonstrate communication skills: Emphasize your ability to collaborate asynchronously and communicate complex security concepts effectively in English.

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