InfoSec Analyst
Mercor
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Job Description
About the Role of InfoSec Analyst at Mercor
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, Mercor boasts investors including Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position Details
- Type: Contract
- Compensation: $100/hour
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: 20+ hours/week
Role Responsibilities
- Evaluate and assess content for potential security concerns within 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 a 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
The application process takes approximately 20-30 minutes to complete:
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
Resources & Support
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: talent.docs.mercor.com
For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
Key skills/competency
- Cybersecurity
- AI Security
- Penetration Testing
- Web Security
- Offensive Security
- Python
- Data Analysis
- Attack Patterns
- CTFs (Capture The Flag)
- Asynchronous Collaboration
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's mission: Understand Mercor's focus on connecting elite talent with leading AI research labs, their investor base, and their unique approach to talent acquisition.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 2+ years in cybersecurity, offensive security experience (especially OSCP), and proficiency in Python and data analysis for AI security contexts. Customize for cybersecurity roles.
- Prepare for the AI interview: Practice articulating your experience with web security, attack patterns, and AI-related security challenges. Showcase strong communication skills.
- Demonstrate domain expertise: Be ready to discuss cybersecurity concepts, CTFs, and penetration testing during the short interview and questionnaire.
- Highlight remote collaboration: Emphasize your ability to work independently and collaborate asynchronously, as this is a remote contract position with Mercor.
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