Security Operations Analyst

Security Operations Analyst (AI Training)

We're looking for experienced security operations professionals to help build and evaluate the next generation of AI systems designed for modern SOC environments. Your real-world expertise in threat detection, alert triage, and incident response will directly shape how AI reasons through security scenarios — making these systems smarter, faster, and more accurate. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of cybersecurity and frontier AI, contributing to systems that will be used by security teams worldwide.

• Organization: Alignerr
• Type: Hourly Contract
• Location: Remote
• Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

What You'll Do

• Analyze realistic SOC incident and alert scenarios to determine what's happening, why it matters, and what the appropriate response should be
• Classify alert severity, identify root causes, and recommend remediation or escalation paths
• Review and evaluate detection logic, investigation workflows, and triage methodologies
• Validate AI-generated security outputs to ensure they reflect how real analysts think and operate
• Provide structured, expert feedback that directly improves AI reasoning in security contexts
• Work independently and asynchronously on your own schedule

Who You Are

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a SOC, incident response, or security operations role
• Solid familiarity with SIEM platforms, alert triage processes, and investigation workflows
• Able to confidently distinguish true positives from false positives and background noise
• Strong written communication skills — you can clearly explain your reasoning and findings
• Detail-oriented and methodical in your approach to analysis
• No prior AI experience required — your security expertise is what matters

Nice to Have

• Experience with threat hunting, threat intelligence, or digital forensics
• Familiarity with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, or PICERL
• Exposure to cloud security environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Background in red team or blue team operations

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge AI projects with leading AI research labs and teams
• Fully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule, on your own terms
• Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and global collaboration
• Make a meaningful impact on how AI understands and responds to real cybersecurity threats
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension