Security Engineer
$40 - $80/hourpay
Required Skills
it support
security
password management
1password
access control
identity management
troubleshooting
systems administration
cybersecurity
user support
problem-solving
communication
security best practices
remote support
organization
verbal communication
About micro1
micro1 is a data engine that helps AI labs train foundational models and enterprises build AI agents. We provide frontier evaluations and reinforcement learning environments used to improve LLM capabilities, as well as contextual evaluations used to monitor and improve AI agents in enterprise settings. Our data engine includes an AI recruiter agent that sources and vets domain experts, a data platform that enables rapid production of high-quality training data, and a pipeline performance system that ensures both quality and velocity.
Our goal is to have 1 billion people doing meaningful work by contributing their expertise to the development of frontier AI models. We’ve raised $40M+ in funding, and our AI recruiter has powered more than 1 million AI-led interviews as our global network of experts expands to form the human intelligence layer for AGI.
Job Description
Job Title: Security Engineer
Job Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
Job Summary:
Are you passionate about safeguarding digital environments? Join our customer's team as a Security Engineer and play a key role in fortifying IT security and user support operations. You'll leverage your expertise in access control, identity management, and security best practices to protect systems and data while enabling seamless remote support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and manage password tools, with a strong focus on 1Password, to ensure secure and efficient credential storage.
- Oversee access control and maintain user permission policies across platforms such as Google Workspace and Slack.
- Support identity management processes using Okta or equivalent identity providers.
- Deliver high-quality IT support, troubleshooting incidents, and resolving security-related user issues remotely.
- Implement and uphold cybersecurity best practices, ensuring compliance with internal guidelines and industry standards.
- Work collaboratively with team members to identify, analyze, and remediate vulnerabilities or security threats.
- Provide clear and effective communication, both written and verbal, when documenting incidents or guiding users through solutions.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in security engineering, IT support, or systems administration roles.
- Proven expertise with 1Password and similar password management tools.
- Strong familiarity with identity providers (Okta) and workplace collaboration solutions (Google Workspace, Slack).
- Exceptional troubleshooting skills in remote IT support settings.
- Solid understanding of modern cybersecurity principles and security best practices.
- Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong emphasis on clear, empathetic support.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience implementing security workflows for distributed or remote teams.
- Certifications in cybersecurity or IT administration (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CompTIA).
- Proactive approach to process improvement and promoting a security-first culture.
Become a key contributor in a dynamic and collaborative environment, leveraging your skills to ensure secure and efficient operations for a forward-thinking team.