Mercor · Open to all
Cybersecurity SWE — AI Safety
Listed on Mercor as “Cybersecurity SWE - AI Safety”
What this actually is
You complete short labeling tasks, record everyday activities, or evaluate AI outputs across general knowledge domains. Open to most backgrounds. The platform title (Cybersecurity SWE - AI Safety) reflects the rate band and the expertise required, not the day-to-day work.
Can you do this on your visa?
F-2 / F-4 / F-5 / F-6: open. E-1 to E-7: needs concurrent-employment permit. D-2 / D-4 students: S-3 permit, 20 hr/week cap. D-10 / D-8: case by case.
Korean tax on USD income
First 5 years in Korea: foreign-source income only taxed if remitted into Korea. After year 5: worldwide income. Full tax guide.
Original posting from Mercor
About the role
We're hiring cybersecurity‑focused software engineers to help make advanced AI models safer. You'll apply your security and engineering expertise to evaluate and strengthen how these models handle specialized cybersecurity topics. No prior AI/ML experience is required - we'll train you on the workflow.
What you'll do
- Write expert‑level prompts across specialized cybersecurity topics.
- Evaluate and annotate model responses for technical accuracy, helpfulness, and appropriate handling of sensitive content.
- Apply structured guidelines to classify prompts and conversations.
What we're looking for
- One of the following:
- A BS or MS in Computer Science or a closely related field, or
- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience at a reputable tech company or startup.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and modern software systems.
- Strong technical reasoning and writing in English.
- Sound judgment around security and the responsible handling of dual‑use information.
Nice to have
- Background in offensive security, penetration testing, vulnerability research, or related areas.
- Experience reviewing, grading, or red‑teaming technical content.
Project Timeline
- Start date: Immediate
- Commitment: Part‑time (15-25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week)
Quoted from Mercor’s public listing on 2026-07-07. We don’t edit platform copy; honest framing is in the title and the “what this actually is” block above.
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