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Pay

Above typicalTops out at $120/hr. The typical top rate across 1,713 priced listings is $70/hr.

Getting in

Some screening~30–45 min: profile + AI interview. Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview.

Steady work

Work is patchyLong waits between tasks are common.

Payout record

Some delaysSchedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments).

Freshness

FreshPosted 7d ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Not statedThe listing names no country.

The job description

micro1 is seeking current and former civilian professionals from U.S. and allied government intelligence agencies to contribute their specialized expertise to a project with a frontier AI lab. This opportunity is designed for individuals with firsthand experience working within intelligence organizations, including professionals from intelligence operations, technology, strategy, policy, program management, and senior leadership functions.

You will apply your knowledge of how intelligence agencies operate, make decisions, manage programs, and support national security missions to help train and evaluate next-generation AI systems.

Scope of Work

Evaluate AI-generated content and scenarios involving intelligence agencies, organizational structures, operational processes, technology, and national security decision-making.
Assess the accuracy, realism, and practical relevance of AI-generated responses based on your firsthand professional experience.
Provide structured feedback on how intelligence organizations operate, including their responsibilities, internal workflows, coordination processes, and decision-making frameworks.
Identify inaccuracies, unrealistic assumptions, or gaps in AI-generated materials and recommend improvements.
Contribute to the development and review of realistic, unclassified scenarios reflecting challenges encountered by civilian intelligence professionals.
Apply your expertise to improve AI systems' understanding of intelligence agency functions, professional responsibilities, and government operating environments.
Communicate clear, evidence-based assessments and recommendations through written feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

Direct professional experience as a civilian employee within a U.S. or allied government intelligence agency, such as the CIA, DIA, NSA, NGA, ODNI, NRO, MI5, MI6, GCHQ, or an equivalent allied intelligence organization.
Experience in one or more intelligence agency functions, including:
Intelligence operations, analysis, collection, or mission support.
Technology, IT systems, engineering, cybersecurity, or digital transformation.
Program management, organizational operations, or administrative leadership.
Intelligence policy, strategic planning, governance, or interagency coordination.
Senior management, executive leadership, or organizational decision-making.
Strong understanding of the organizational structures, professional practices, and operating environments of civilian intelligence agencies.
Ability to evaluate complex scenarios, identify inaccuracies, and provide clear, well-reasoned feedback.
Excellent written English communication skills.

Learn More About Our Government & Defense Work

At micro1, we work with government and defense experts to evaluate how advanced AI models perform on real-world tasks.

Our MissionReport benchmark assesses AI-generated military and government reports, highlighting the importance of expert judgment, accuracy, and operational understanding.

Learn more: https://www.micro1.ai/benchmark/mission-report

How do you apply to micro1?

Apply on micro1

The Apply button opens this post on micro1's own site. You apply with them, not with Rubric. Budget about 30–45 min: profile + AI interview.

Get through screening

What micro1 asks for after you apply:

Do the AI interview with Zara on a computer (not a phone)
Take any skill assessment and verify your identity
Wait to be matched to a project and sign the contract

Start work and get paid

Pay schedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments). You're paid for the work they hand out, not a fixed salary.

micro1 also needs

Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview
Relevant degree or work history for expert roles

Red flags

Red flagWeeks of silence after the AI interview
Red flagContracts signed but no onboarding or tasks
Red flagProjects ending or changing scope without notice

What is micro1 like to work for?

Recruiting company that vets experts with an AI interviewer (Zara) and staffs them on contract AI-training and evaluation projects for AI labs.

Advertised pay	$15–135/hr
Getting in	Some screening
Application takes	~30–45 min: profile + AI interview
How you get paid	Twice a month, via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments)
Payout record	Some delays
Countries	Recruits globally with heavy hiring in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe; India-based applicants are eligible for many roles.

Generalist and annotation roles start around $15–30/hr; coding, STEM and law/medicine roles commonly list $40–90/hr and occasionally more.