Cryptanalysis and Reverse Engineering Specialist

Category: cybersecurity
Compensation: $105 - $179/hr
Employment Type: Remote
Locations: Remote
Skills: Cryptanalysis, Reverse engineering, Security research, Technical evaluation

Job Description

Design advanced security problems and judge how well AI systems reason about cryptanalysis and reverse engineering.

What you will do

• Build realistic technical cases within your security expertise.

• Write reference solutions and scoring criteria.

• Assess outputs for correctness, analytical depth and sound security judgment.

• Document the reasoning that separates a valid solution from a plausible mistake.

Required background

• 6–10 years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree.

• Current or recent practical security work.

• Clear written technical reasoning and independent asynchronous work.

Preferred background

• A master’s degree.

• Publications, open-source work or other recognized results.

• Experience reviewing or grading technical work.

• Cryptanalysis, reverse engineering or CTF experience.

Location and eligibility

• Remote work; country restrictions are not stated.

Availability

• Hours and duration are agreed before work; no fixed commitment is stated.

Pay and engagement

$105 • $179/hr

USD hourly compensation. The applicable rate and agreed work scope are confirmed before work begins.

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