Data Security & DLP Analyst
Alignerr • Remote
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About this Role
What You'll Do
- Analyze realistic data security and DLP scenarios across cloud, SaaS, and enterprise environments
- Classify data sensitivity levels, exposure paths, and policy violations
- Evaluate prevention, detection, and incident response strategies for accuracy and completeness
- Generate, label, and validate data security cases used to train and benchmark AI systems
- Help AI models reason more accurately about sensitive information risk and DLP controls
About the Role
We're partnering with leading AI research labs to build AI systems that truly understand data security — how sensitive information moves, where it gets exposed, and how organizations defend against it. If you've worked in data security or compliance and know how real-world data leaks actually happen, this is your opportunity to put that expertise to work shaping the next generation of AI.
- Organization: Alignerr
- Type: Hourly Contract
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
Who You Are
- 2+ years of experience in data security, compliance, information security, or security operations
- Familiar with DLP tools, data classification frameworks, and privacy or regulatory concepts (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, etc.)
- Practical understanding of how data risk plays out in real enterprise environments
- Able to identify nuanced exposure scenarios and articulate why they matter
- Detail-oriented with strong written communication skills
- Comfortable working independently and asynchronously
Nice to Have
- Hands-on experience with DLP platforms (e.g., Microsoft Purview, Symantec DLP, Forcepoint, Nightfall)
- Background in cloud security, insider threat detection, or security operations
- Familiarity with data governance or privacy engineering
- Experience writing security policies, incident reports, or compliance documentation
Why Join Us
- Work directly on frontier AI systems with real-world security impact
- Fully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule
- Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and global collaboration
- Contribute expertise that makes AI safer and more trustworthy
- Potential for ongoing work and contract extension
Requirements
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in Software Engineering
Compensation Analysis
We're partnering with leading AI research labs to build AI systems that truly understand data security — how sensitive information moves, where it gets exposed, and how organizations defend against it. If you've worked in data security or compliance and know how real-world data leaks actually happen, this is your opportunity to put that expertise t
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the assessment actually like?
Notoriously strict. Alignerr uses TestGorilla for role-specific timed tests — a blank coding environment for engineers, rigorous grammar and fact-checking for writers. There is almost no hand-holding. The critical catch: this is essentially a one-shot process. Fail or abandon the assessment, and you are typically locked out of that role permanently with no option to retake.
How quickly can I start earning after I pass?
Not immediately. Even after passing the assessment and completing identity verification (via Persona) and billing setup (via Deel), you may sit in a waiting pool for weeks or months. You only start earning when a project matching your specific skills launches and you are officially assigned. Do not plan around Alignerr income until you are actively on a project.
Is there a community?
Yes — and it is one of Alignerr's genuine strengths. Once assigned to a project, you are added to Slack channels where you can ask questions, get rubric clarifications from admins, and talk to other AI trainers. This is rare in AI training and makes a real difference when guidelines are ambiguous or change mid-project.
What does the work actually look like?
It is practical, hands-on data work. You might be recording short videos, categorizing images, rating text responses, or analyzing data. The tasks are designed to be short and distinct—typically 5-60 minutes per task.
How flexible is the schedule?
Extremely. This is true "log in and work" flexibility. You can usually work for 20 minutes or 4 hours depending on your availability. There are rarely minimum hour requirements, making it ideal for side income.
Is there an interview?
Usually, no. Hiring for these roles is almost entirely based on passing an automated assessment or "qualification" task. If you pass the test, you get access to the work.
What is the barrier to entry?
Alignerr is known for difficult technical assessments. You must pass a timed test in your specific domain (e.g., Python, Physics, or Language) before you are eligible for any paid projects.