Application Security (AppSec) Engineer - AI Trainer

DataAnnotation is seeking a remote contract Application Security (AppSec) Engineer - AI Trainer to train AI models and validate AI generated security content, located in Detroit, MI (remote) with flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI generated cybersecurity content, including threat analysis, vulnerability assessments, and offensive security techniques, for real world accuracy and validity.
• Design and solve security focused technical problems used to train AI systems.
• Write clear technical explanations and security relevant code.
• Provide feedback that directly shapes the next generation of AI security models.

Requirements

• 2+ years of hands on experience in a cybersecurity role such as penetration testing, red teaming, incident response, detection engineering, DFIR, malware analysis, threat intelligence, or related fields, including government or military cyber operations.
• Some coding experience required; comfort navigating and patching a codebase is essential.
• Fluency in English (native or bilingual) with strong writing skills.
• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Cybersecurity certifications are a plus (for example OSCP, CRTO, GREM, GCFA, CEH, and similar).

Benefits

• Fully remote work from the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
• Flexible schedule: choose projects and working times on your own computer from home.
• Competitive pay: hourly rates range from USD 50 to USD 100, with opportunities for higher bonus rates on certain projects.
• Impact: contribute to shaping AI technologies designed for cybersecurity.

Note: Payment is via PayPal. We will never ask for money from you. This job is available to candidates in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.