Intelligence Expert (Bachelor's, Master's and PhDs) - AI Trainer

Overview

We are looking for highly experienced individuals with backgrounds in intelligence, defense, cyber operations, counterintelligence, counterterrorism, and related fields to join our AI research community.

Your role will be to simulate and evaluate how malicious actors might leverage large language models (LLMs) to plan and enhance acts of violence, terrorism, targeted assassinations, special operations, or tactical-level attacks. Fellows will engage in red teaming exercises, evaluating and interpreting LLM-generated outputs from jailbreaking attempts, and determining whether those outputs constitute credible, material threats in real-world scenarios.

This is a high-impact position ideal for professionals who want to apply their government or military background to anticipate national security risks in the age of AI.

Details

Overview:

• The position is remote and asynchronous - work independently from wherever you are.
• Flexible hours and the ability to work remotely, with a commitment of approximately 10 to 20 hours per week.
• Learn new skills while contributing to the changing world of AI across various disciplines.
• Placement into a project will be dependent on project availability.
• Project work includes and is not limited to evaluating highly actionable guidance, including procedural instructions, readily executable tactics, and domain-specific knowledge that could impact national security.

Who Should Apply:

We are seeking seasoned professionals with firsthand operational, analytic, or planning experience in the national security, defense, or intelligence communities. Candidates should be comfortable reviewing sensitive or graphic content for security relevance and applying real-world judgment in ambiguous scenarios.

You likely have experience such as:

• Former analyst, operator, or planner within:
• U.S. Intelligence Community (CIA, NSA, DIA, NCTC, NGA, ODNI)
• Federal Law Enforcement (FBI, U.S. Marshals, DHS, HSI)
• Special Operations or Counterterrorism units (JSOC, SOCOM, CENTCOM, etc.)
• Cyber operations (offensive/defensive cyber, information warfare)
• Military or IC background in:
• Counterterrorism (CT), Counterintelligence (CI), asymmetric warfare, unconventional operations, threat finance
• Tactical or operational planning, targeting, wargaming, red teaming

Preferred Background and Education:

While experience is paramount, we also welcome candidates with advanced academic training from elite defense or public policy institutions.

Good Candidates Come From:

• Military Graduate Programs (SAMS, JAWS, NDU, etc.)
• Security-Focused Civilian Graduate Programs (MPP, MPA or MA Security Studies, etc.)
• Undergraduate education from service academies, particularly when paired with real-world operational assignments.

Why Join Us:

• Contribute to cutting-edge safety research with direct national security implications
• Help inform the next generation of AI threat detection and response frameworks
• Contribute to efforts that safeguard the broader public and enhance the safety of communities across the U.S.
• Collaborate with top-tier experts in AI, cybersecurity, and policy
• Flexible remote work with autonomy and intellectual challenge
• Generous hourly compensation for high-impact, mission-driven work

Apply Today to Be Considered for Upcoming Opportunities:

Submitting your application now ensures you’re added to our candidate pool for upcoming projects. You may be matched with a project shortly after applying, or it may take some time depending on availability. In either case, applying today puts you one step closer to future opportunities as they arise.

Qualifications

We are seeking seasoned professionals with firsthand operational, analytic, or planning experience in the national security, defense, or intelligence communities. Candidates should be comfortable reviewing sensitive or graphic content for security relevance and applying real-world judgment in ambiguous scenarios.

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