Content Adversarial Red Team Analyst | Austin, TX
We are seeking discerning individuals plugged into internet technologies at the intersection ofcrisis, geopolitical and user harm issues.
You will be working on the leading edge offast-developing concerns and will use unstructured persona-based adversarial testing techniques toidentify 'unknown unknowns' and new/unexpected patterns on premier generative AI products.This is a vendor role with Vaco, for our client, a Fortune 100 company.
This position is Hybrid at ourNorth Austin location.
Candidates can expect a fast-paced, high-energy environment working on a team that delivershigh-impact analysis and engagement with generative AI products.
Successful candidates will be able toassume (sometimes uncomfortable) personas, engage with LLMs in creative ways, and have a broadknowledge of current political and cultural events.
Responsibilities:
? Investigate, analyze and report on identified trends
? Document all data and research procedures
? Work with management to prioritize business and information needs
? Evaluate, analyze and conceptualize strategic risks and threats to trust
? Identify emerging trends and forecast new forms of abuse
? Translate how global developments could cause potential adverse impact on Client's users
? Assimilate feedback and apply learnings in a dynamic environment
? Work cross-functionally with peers, leads, and stakeholders
? Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Minimum Qualifications:
? B.A./B.S degree in Computer Science, Political Science, Journalism, Cybersecurity, related
field or equivalent experience
? Experience with data analysis and working with datasets
? Experience working on counter abuse strategies for online platforms
? Experience working with LLMs (Large Language Models)
? Strong understanding and work-experience of international and geopolitical events and
how they impact global businesses and/or relevant work experience in a research based
role
? Proficient with Word/Excel/Powerpoint or Google Workspace (Google Docs,
Spreadsheets, Slides)
? Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with a proven ability to
work successfully with cross-functional teams with senior stakeholder and executive
visibility
? Calm under pressure, with an ability to function well in urgent, developing situations
? Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multitask
? Strong deep-dive, analytical and critical thinking skills
? High degree of initiative and deadline-driven productivity
? Strong interest in internet, culture, news, media and current events
Preferred Qualifications:
? Product policy analysis and risk identification
? Experience with modeling, experimentation, and causal inference
? Experience with adversarial testing of online consumer products
? Experience with SQL
? Exceptional communication and presentation skills to deliver findings of analysis
? Familiarity with internet technologies and related policy and regulatory environments
? Knowledge of Google products and services
? Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities
? Bilingual a plus
Schedule Requirements:
? Weekend shift, 9-5pm
? You may be asked to work outside of your core hours due to business necessity