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# Cybersecurity Specialist - Fully Remote

- **Company:** Mercor, Inc.
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $187,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Software System Penetration Testing, Catalyst (Software), Cyber Security, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/cybersecurity-specialist-fully-remote-new-york-ny--b2b0c7ff-a7d9-4782-963b-30aa29c068a2

## About the Role

Must-Have

 * A Bachelor's degree or Master's in Computer Science or a related field, or 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
 * Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and modern software systems.
 * Strong technical reasoning and writing in English.
 * Sound judgment around security and responsible handling of dual-use information.

Preferred

 * Background in offensive security, penetration testing, vulnerability research, or related areas.
 * Experience reviewing, grading, or red-teaming technical content.

## Description

About the jobMercor 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 SWE - AI SafetyType:ContractCompensation:$60-$90/hourLocation:RemoteCommitment:15-40 hours/weekRole ResponsibilitiesWrite expert-level prompts across specialized cybersecurity topics.Evaluate and annotate model responses for technical accuracy and appropriate handling of sensitive content.Apply structured guidelines to classify prompts and conversations.Strengthen the handling of specialized cybersecurity topics in AI models.Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model safety.QualificationsMust-HaveA Bachelor's degree or Master's in Computer Science or a related field, or 5+ years of professional software engineering experience.Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and modern software systems.Strong technical reasoning and writing in English.Sound judgment around security and responsible handling of dual-use information.PreferredBackground in offensive security, penetration testing, vulnerability research, or related areas.Experience reviewing, grading, or red-teaming technical content.Start DateImmediateApplication Process (Takes 20-30 mins to complete)Upload resumeAI interview based on your resumeSubmit formResources & SupportFor details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcomeFor any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.comPS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.