Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analyst

DataAnnotation

Santa Maria, CA • Remote

$40 - $75/hr

Part-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Join the DataAnnotation team and contribute to developing cutting-edge AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and setting your own schedule.

We are looking for experienced cybersecurity professionals to help advance AI development. Cybersecurity platforms are increasingly powered by AI — but these systems still need practitioners with real-world experience to validate whether the outputs actually hold up in practice. That's where you come in.

As a member of DataAnnotation's team, you'll work closely with state-of-the-art AI models on tasks like evaluating AI-generated security content, solving technical security problems, and providing feedback that directly shapes how these systems reason about real-world threats and defenses. Some team members fit this work alongside a full-time role, while others treat it as their primary focus.

To get started, once you sign up for an account, you'll take a short assessment (this serves as our version of an interview). If you pass, you'll receive an email confirmation and paid work will become available to you through our platform.

Benefits:

  • Fully remote: work from anywhere in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
  • Flexible schedule: choose which projects you take on and when you work.
  • Projects are paid hourly starting at $50-75+/hr, with bonuses for high-quality and high-volume work
  • Impact: help shape the future of AI technologies built for cybersecurity.

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.

Qualifications:

  • 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 adjacent fields, including government or military cyber operations.
  • Some coding experience required; comfort navigating and patching a codebase is key.
  • Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) with strong writing skills.
  • A bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Cybersecurity certifications are a plus (e.g., OSCP, CRTO, GREM, GCFA, CEH, and similar).

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

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Cyber Security Analyst?

A: To succeed as a Cyber Security Analyst, key technical skills include proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++, as well as expertise in security frameworks, threat analysis, and penetration testing. Additionally, strong soft skills like effective communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking are crucial for collaborating with teams, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing security measures. These technical and soft skills enable Cyber Security Analysts to proactively identify and mitigate threats, ultimately supporting the organization's overall security posture and career growth in the field.

Q: What is the career path for a Cyber Security Analyst?

A: A Cyber Security Analyst's typical career progression involves starting as a junior analyst, where they focus on threat detection and incident response, then advancing to mid-level roles such as Security Engineer or Compliance Specialist, where they design and implement security protocols. As they gain experience, they can move into senior positions like Security Architect or Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), where they oversee overall security strategy and risk management. Throughout their career, Cyber Security Analysts can develop skills in areas like threat intelligence, cloud security, and compliance, and may also pursue certifications like CompTIA Security+ or CISSP to enhance their career prospects.



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