About Mercor
Connecting Indian engineers with US startup opportunities
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in Weston, Connecticut, USA
- Team size of 201-500 employees
- Focus on connecting Indian engineers with US startups
- Flexible remote work policies for employees
Mercor is a tech talent platform based in Weston, Connecticut, that connects skilled Indian software engineers with innovative US startups. By leveraging a vast network of tech professionals, Mercor facilitates the hiring process for companies looking to enhance their development capabilities. With ...
🎁 Benefits
Mercor offers competitive salaries, equity options, flexible remote work arrangements, and generous PTO policies to support work-life balance....
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Security Engineer
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Mercor is hiring a Security Engineer to safeguard their systems and data. You'll design and implement security controls while monitoring for threats. This role requires expertise in security engineering and experience with vulnerability assessments.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in security engineering, with experience in designing and implementing security controls across various infrastructures, applications, and networks. Your expertise includes monitoring for vulnerabilities, threats, and suspicious activities, ensuring that security is integrated throughout the development and deployment lifecycle. You thrive in fast-moving environments and can anticipate risks before they materialize, balancing security rigor with business speed in a hyper-growth setting.
You possess excellent communication skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with researchers, operators, and AI companies. Your ability to build practical, scalable security systems without hindering innovation is a key strength. You are passionate about contributing to the advancement of AI while ensuring the safety and integrity of systems and data.
What you'll do
As a Security Engineer at Mercor, you will take ownership of safeguarding the company's systems, infrastructure, and data. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing robust security measures, monitoring for potential threats, and conducting penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that security practices are embedded in every aspect of the development process.
You will also be responsible for continuously assessing the security landscape, staying updated on the latest threats and vulnerabilities, and adapting security strategies accordingly. Your role will involve collaborating with AI researchers and operators to ensure that the systems supporting AI development are secure and resilient.
What we offer
At Mercor, you will be part of a profitable Series C company valued at $10 billion, working in a dynamic and innovative environment. You will have the opportunity to work alongside leading AI labs and enterprises, gaining insights into frontier model capabilities. The role offers a chance for growth, with fast paths to ownership on both infrastructure and research-adjacent projects. You will be part of a committed team that is redefining how expertise powers AI advancement.
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