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Cybersecurity SWE - AI Safety

Weekday logoWeekday$60–$90/hrRemote in United StatesPart-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Compensation: $60-$90 per hour

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)

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We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Where you can work

This role is 100% remote, for applicants located in United States.

From Weekday's job posting, checked Oct 18, 2026.

The application

Just your details and CV.

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From Weekday's apply page, checked Oct 18, 2026.

About Weekday

A recruiting company that staffs AI labs' expert training projects, most of them US contracts paying $60 to $160 an hour.

How it pays: Not stated on its postings, which describe independent contract work for the client; its other contract postings say pay goes out weekly through Stripe or Wise.

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