Security Operations Engineer

Security Operations Engineer

DataAnnotation

Hayward, CA • Remote

$40 - $75/hr

Part-time

Posted 3 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 Security Operations Engineer?

A: To succeed as a Security Operations Engineer, key technical skills include proficiency in security information and event management (SIEM) systems, threat intelligence, and incident response, as well as expertise in security frameworks and compliance regulations. Soft skills such as strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical abilities are also crucial, enabling engineers to effectively collaborate with teams, identify and mitigate security threats, and provide actionable recommendations for improvement. By combining these technical and soft skills, Security Operations Engineers can effectively monitor and respond to security incidents, drive security program maturity, and support the overall security posture of an organization.

Q: What is the career path for a Security Operations Engineer?

A: A Security Operations Engineer's career path typically begins with entry-level roles such as Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst or Incident Response Specialist, where they develop foundational skills in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring. As they gain experience, they progress to mid-level roles like Security Engineer or Threat Intelligence Analyst, where they focus on implementing security solutions, analyzing threat intelligence, and developing security policies. Senior roles, such as Security Operations Manager or Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), involve strategic leadership, security architecture design, and overseeing the overall security posture of an organization, offering opportunities for long-term career growth and leadership development.



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