Careers
MS Department of Banking and Consumer Finance is an equal opportunity employer.
Opportunities
Do you want to make a difference and challenge yourself? If yes, then you have come to the right place. We offer a comprehensive training program with growth and development opportunities to make your time with the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance a career, not just a job.
We offer a competitive employee benefits package including:
Employee Benefits:
- Day 1 Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Prescription Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Optional Supplemental Insurance (Vision, Dental, etc.)
Paid Leave and Holidays
- Personal and Sick Leave (New state employees accrue approximately 18 personal days and 12 sick days annually.)
- 10 Legal Holidays and any other day proclaimed as a holiday by the Governor or President of the United States
- 15 Days of Paid Military Leave
Retirement
- Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (PERS)
- Deferred Compensation
Other Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Career Development & Training
- Promotional Opportunities
- Wellness Benefits
- State Employee Discount Program
- Additional Agency-Specific Benefits
All potential candidates must currently reside in or be willing to relocate to the State of Mississippi. Overnight travel during the week is required for all examiner positions.
IT Nonbank Examiner - Entry Level
(non-remote position)
**Job Post will close November 7, 2025 at midnight.**
Salary Range: $45,864.00 - $51,450.40
Plays a crucial role in assessing the information technology systems and practices of nonbank financial institutions such as mortgage companies and money service businesses to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. You will analyze the effectiveness of IT controls, evaluate cybersecurity measures, and provide recommendations to enhance the security and resilience of systems of nonbank licensees.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct examinations of nonbank financial institutions' IT systems and practices.
- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of IT governance, risk management, and internal controls.
- Assess cybersecurity policies, procedures, and controls to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.
- Review IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and databases, for compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Analyze data protection measures and ensure adherence to privacy laws and regulations.
- Prepare detailed reports documenting findings, observations, and recommendations for executive management, Boards of Directors and other regulatory authorities.
- Collaborate with other examiners and stakeholders to share knowledge and best practices.
- Stay informed about emerging IT risks, cybersecurity threats, and regulatory developments affecting nonbank financial institutions.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field required; Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field or three years previous experience in information security, or the regulatory compliance sector preferred.
- Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks, risk management practices, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FFIEC, NIST Cybersecurity Framework).
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in using IT auditing tools and software applications.
Data Scientist Position
**Job Post will close October 30th at midnight**
Salary Range: $61,416.94-$83,834.13
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting financial and operational data to support regulatory policy and supervisory functions.
- Requires technical proficiency in data analytics tools, knowledge of financial reporting requirements
- Ability to produce actionable insights that form policy decisions, examinations, and risk assessments.
- Develop and enhance databases for portfolio management and maintain continuity with additional data management applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or related field.
- Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300) or equivalent.
- SQL certification or demonstrated expertise in complex querying.
- Experience in financial services, regulatory agencies, or auditing
Technical Skills
- Microsoft Power BI (DAX, Power Query), Tableau, or similar BI platforms.
- SQL (Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Oracle).
- Data cleansing, transformation, and integration best practices.
- Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, macros), R, or Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Azure, data governance principles, and secure handling of confidential financial information.
Please submit all applications here
Admin Support Assistant III (Nonbank Licensing Specialist)
(non-remote position)
Salary Range: $33,456.00 - $35,743.34
Third level in vocational Administrative Support work. This position performs a variety of clerical, printing, and mail-related tasks in support of a work unit. Employees at this level are required to have knowledge of the procedures and processes applicable to the performance of their work and to organize their work on a daily or weekly basis, exercising independence and judgment greater than that of lower-level positions. May provide work direction to lower-level positions.
Key Responsibilities
- Review license applications to determine the applicant’s qualification for licensure.
- Function at an intermediate level in the Nationwide Multi-state Licensing System (NMLS).
- Manage email and phone inquiries regarding license items; deficiencies; and inquiries regarding state statutes as they relate to licensing requirements; and NMLS.
- Annual license renewal processing.
Qualifications
Position requires residence in the Jackson, MS metro area.
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 2-4 years’ experience