Technical Influence Operations Threat Investigator

TL;DR

Technical Influence Operations Threat Investigator (Cybersecurity): Detecting, investigating, and disrupting misuse of AI systems for influence operations, disinformation, and information manipulation with an accent on technical investigations, threat actor attribution, and AI-enabled information abuse. Focus on designing detection methodologies, analyzing large datasets, and collaborating with policy and enforcement teams to mitigate AI misuse risks.

Location: Remote-friendly within the United States with hybrid work policy requiring at least 25% office presence

Salary: $230,000 - $290,000 USD annually

Company

hirify.global is a public benefit corporation focused on creating reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems to ensure AI safety and societal benefit.

What you will do

• Detect and investigate misuse of AI systems for influence operations, disinformation, and coordinated inauthentic behavior
• Conduct technical investigations using SQL, Python, and data analysis to uncover threat actor networks
• Develop detection capabilities tailored to AI-enabled information manipulation
• Create intelligence reports on threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Analyze cross-platform influence campaigns and monitor state-sponsored operations
• Collaborate with policy, enforcement teams, and external stakeholders to mitigate threats

Requirements

• Must be located in the United States or able to work remotely within the US
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• Expertise in influence operations, disinformation, and information warfare
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data analysis and threat detection
• Experience with AI technologies and understanding of AI weaponization risks
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Nice to have

• Experience at major tech platforms on influence operations or platform integrity
• Background in intelligence analysis or counter-disinformation in government/military
• Fluency in Mandarin, Russian, Farsi, or Arabic with geopolitical knowledge
• Familiarity with social network analysis and AI safety or security
• Active Top Secret security clearance

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits with optional equity donation matching
• Generous vacation and parental leave policies
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work environment
• Supportive of diversity and inclusion with emphasis on representation
• Visa sponsorship available with immigration legal support
• Collaborative research-driven culture focused on impactful AI safety