Payment Systems Threat Testing Analyst - job 13 of 22

As a Payment Systems Threat Testing Analyst at Visa, you'll handle payment transactions while testing automation initiatives to identify potential fraud and vulnerabilities. Your responsibilities will include developing analytics using Splunk, Python, and SQL, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, and providing strategic fraud mitigation recommendations.

To succeed as a Payment Systems Threat Testing Analyst at Visa, candidates typically need a strong background in cybersecurity, combined with experience in ethical hacking. Familiarity with data mapping, data security, and programming languages such as Python is essential, along with excellent communication skills for client-facing engagements.

In the hybrid model for the Payment Systems Threat Testing Analyst at Visa, you'll enjoy flexibility while still collaborating closely with team members in the office. The exact number of days in the office will be confirmed by your hiring manager, allowing for a balance between remote work and essential in-person interactions.

As a Payment Systems Threat Testing Analyst at Visa, you’ll utilize tools like Splunk for analytics, along with programming in Python and SQL to conduct your work efficiently. Your knowledge in data security and mapping will support the development of the VPTL data warehouse and other automation initiatives.

At Visa, a Payment Systems Threat Testing Analyst will engage in diverse projects focused on testing payment transactions, developing scripts for automation, and collaborating closely with stakeholders to form fraud mitigation strategies. You will also contribute to GenAI roadmap initiatives and finalizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

In answering this question, detail your practical experience in ethical hacking, including specific tools you've used and scenarios where you've successfully identified and addressed vulnerabilities.

Outline your approach to prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact, including any tools or methods you use for organization, such as project management software or prioritization matrices.

Provide a detailed account of a specific instance where you discovered a vulnerability, what tools you used, the steps you took to address it, and the eventual outcome, emphasizing your proactive approach.

Discuss your strategies for staying informed, such as subscribing to industry publications, following relevant forums or influencers, attending conferences, and engaging in continuous education opportunities.

Explain your communication strategy, emphasizing your ability to translate complex technical information into easily digestible insights that cater to the audience's understanding.

Describe specific projects where you've utilized Splunk for data analysis and Python for scripting automation or analytics. Highlight any challenges you overcame using these tools.

Outline your systematic approach to crafting a vulnerability test scenario, discussing your steps from threat modeling to choosing the right testing methods and the expected outcomes.

Discuss the critical aspects of UAT testing in your experience, such as stakeholder involvement, establishing clear acceptance criteria, and ensuring thorough documentation throughout the process.

Highlight your patience and problem-solving skills, explaining how you would engage with the client to clarify their needs and translate those into actionable technical requirements.

Illustrate your process for brainstorming and developing new initiatives, including your methods for assessing requirements, stakeholder feedback, and iterating on solutions to ensure scalability and effectiveness.