About 10a Labs: 10a Labs is the safety and threat-intelligence layer trusted by frontier AI labs, AI unicorns, Fortune 10 companies, and leading global technology platforms. Our adversarial red teaming, model evaluations, and intelligence collection enable engineering, safety, and security teams to stay ahead of evolving threats and deploy AI systems safely.

Location & Travel Expectations

We are primarily seeking candidates based in the Washington, DC, New York City, San Francisco Bay Area, and Denver metropolitan areas. Candidates hired in these locations will be expected to work from a 10a Labs office at least two days per week.

All new hires will participate in in-person onboarding in Washington, DC, New York City, or San Francisco during their first week. Occasional travel may also be required for interviews, in-person meetings, and other business needs.

About the role

We are seeking an AI Red Teamer with deep cybersecurity expertise to help evaluate the security and resilience of advanced AI systems and applications. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys offensive security, creative problem-solving, and thinking like an adversary.

In this role, you will

Design and execute red team assessments against AI systems, applications, and supporting infrastructure
Translate ambiguous objectives into structured testing plans and attack strategies
Develop adversarial testing methodologies to evaluate system security, robustness, and resilience
Craft prompts, attack chains, and adversarial inputs to uncover unintended or unsafe system behavior
Identify vulnerabilities, security risks, and failure modes through testing and analysis
Analyze system outputs and behaviors to assess security and safety risks
Document findings, communicate risk, and provide actionable recommendations
Collaborate with engineers, researchers, and subject-matter experts to improve system security
Continuously refine testing methodologies based on emerging threats and attacker techniques

Required Qualifications

2–5 years of relevant professional experience, with a track record of taking ownership of complex projects and driving them to completion
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cyber Security, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, attack methodologies, and common vulnerability classes
Experience with security tools such as Splunk, Wireshark, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, or similar platforms
Comfortable working in Linux and terminal-based environments
Experience scripting or automating workflows using Python, Bash, or similar languages
Familiarity with SIEM platforms and security monitoring concepts
Ability to think creatively from an adversarial perspective and investigate complex technical problems
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

CompTIA Security+ certification and/or Google Cybersecurity Certificate
Experience testing AI, machine learning, or large language model applications
Familiarity with prompt injection, jailbreak techniques, or other AI attack methodologies
Offensive security certifications such as PNPT, OSCP, CySA+, GCIH, or GPEN
Experience supporting government, defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure environments

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $100K–$120K, depending on experience and location
Bonus: Performance-based annual bonus
Professional Development: Support for conferences, continuing education, or leadership training
Work Environment: Fully remote, U.S.-based
Health Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Time Off: Generous PTO and paid holiday schedule
Retirement: 401(k) plan