Cybersecurity AI Specialist
Weekday AI (YC W21) · United States · 2 mo ago
RemoteRemoteInformation Technology$70–$90/hrPart-time
Compensation
$70-$90 per hour
About the role
We are partnering with a leading AI lab to engage experienced cybersecurity and low-level programming professionals for a short-term, high-impact project.
Responsibilities
- 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
Requirements
- 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
- 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
- Short interview and questionnaire to assess technical expertise
- Paid onboarding (up to 1 hour), including screening and introductory materials for selected candidates
- 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
Who You Are
Must be based in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, or New Zealand
Able to pass an enhanced background check
Engagement Details
Interview Process
Additional Information
Opportunity
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
Available upon request.