At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and build cybersecurity tasks while improving AI model performance.
- Company: Join a leading AI research lab backed by top investors.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, remote work, and flexible hours.
- Other info: Quick application process with daily reviews of submissions.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cybersecurity with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Hands-on blue-team experience and strong scripting skills required.
The predicted salary is between 140 - 140 £ per hour.
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 Engineer - Blue Team
Type: Contract
Compensation: $85–$140/hour
Location: Remote
Role Responsibilities
- Design and build benchmark tasks grounded in real SOC and detection engineering work.
- Construct realistic evaluation environments, including multi-host networks, Active Directory, and cloud control planes.
- Define what 'correct' looks like for blue-team AI reasoning and build infrastructure to measure it reproducibly at scale.
- Translate blue-team workflow experience into rigorous evaluation design.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- Hands-on blue-team experience in detection engineering, threat hunting, incident response, or malware analysis.
- Strong scripting and cloud/enterprise environment skills.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins 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: For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
Criminal Intelligence Analyst employer: Mercor
At Mercor, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel in their roles. As a Remote Backend Engineer, you'll enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere while collaborating with cutting-edge AI technology, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development. Our commitment to competitive compensation and a supportive environment makes Mercor an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding work in the tech industry.
