Full-Time

IT Security Engineer III

Posted on 9/10/2024

Pathward

Pathward

501-1,000 employees

Financial services promoting inclusion and access

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$82.9k - $153.1kAnnually

+ Performance-based incentive

Senior

United States

Hybrid remote-office company.

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
PowerShell
Bash
Microsoft Azure
Python
AWS
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and work experience.
  • Relevant certifications such as OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), OSCE (Offensive Security Certified Expert), CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), or similar.
  • 5+ years of experience in penetration testing, red teaming, or a similar offensive security role.
  • Experience with various penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Nessus).
  • Proven ability to conduct advanced red team exercises in cloud infrastructures, simulating real-world attack scenarios.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
  • OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
  • Extensive experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, including security assessments and penetration testing of cloud environments.
  • Knowledge of advanced attack techniques (e.g., buffer overflows, privilege escalation, lateral movement).
Responsibilities
  • Perform in-depth penetration testing of networks, web applications, APIs, mobile applications, and other systems to identify security vulnerabilities.
  • Participate in or lead red team exercises to simulate advanced persistent threats (APTs) and real-world attack scenarios.
  • Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and analysis of systems and applications.
  • Document and report findings in a clear, concise manner, providing actionable recommendations to stakeholders for remediation.
  • Develop, customize, and utilize tools, scripts, and exploits to assist in penetration testing activities.
  • Work closely with the defensive security team to ensure vulnerabilities are properly mitigated and to improve overall security defenses.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and vulnerabilities, and contribute to research initiatives.
  • Provide expert guidance and support to clients or internal teams on security best practices and risk management strategies.
  • Assist with external information security audits for regulatory compliance with government entities such as the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Payment Card Industry (PCI) audits, and penetration testing.

Pathward promotes financial inclusion by offering a range of financial services tailored for individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. It provides solutions such as Banking as a Service (BaaS), payment processing, and credit options, helping clients who may not have access to traditional banking. Unlike its competitors, Pathward focuses on a purpose-driven approach, adapting to economic challenges while supporting clients in their financial journeys. The company's goal is to empower clients to achieve financial stability and growth.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Founded

1954

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Pathward's partnership with TabaPay enhances its money movement capabilities for fintech clients.
  • The launch of Solutions for Financial Institutions expands Pathward's market reach.
  • Pathward's Great Place To Work certification boosts its reputation and employee retention.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from fintechs like Dash Solutions pressures Pathward to innovate.
  • Partnership changes with Ouro could impact Pathward's role in Netspend products.
  • Regulatory changes may increase compliance costs for Pathward's fintech operations.

What makes Pathward unique

  • Pathward offers a comprehensive suite of financial solutions for underserved markets.
  • The company focuses on financial inclusion, targeting unbanked and underbanked populations.
  • Pathward's Banking as a Service model provides tailored solutions for diverse client needs.

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