Nuclear Security Expert - Red Team

About the job

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: Nuclear Security Engineer

Type: Contract

Compensation: $65–$75/hour

Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Write challenging single-turn prompts in the nuclear domain, labeled as benign, dual-use, and adversarial.
• Evaluate AI responses against defined policy standards to ensure correct handling.
• Write reference answers with technical reasoning for correct responses.
• Collaborate on dual-use scenarios, ensuring models accurately judge misuse potential.
• Work independently to draw reliable lines between routine and dangerous inquiries.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Experience in material control and accountability, physical protection, or vulnerability assessment.
• Strong technical writing skills with prior experience or published research.
• Ability to differentiate between routine and potentially harmful questions.

Preferred

• Red-teaming experience in nuclear security or related fields.
• Background in nuclear security policy, training, or international assistance programs.

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: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected]

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.