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    Introduction from Goldman Sachs

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    Tasks in this program

    Task One: Crack leaked password database
    1-2 hours
    Advanced
    Analyze results and propose uplifts to controls and policies
    What you'll learn
    • Understand the techniques used by hackers to circumvent controls
    • Learn a variety of techniques for cracking passwords
    What you'll do
    • Try to crack as many passwords as possible using a range of tools
    • Draft an email to your supervisor suggesting improvements to the controls used

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    Why complete this job simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Goldman Sachs. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced1-2 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsAdvanced

    At Goldman Sachs, we believe who you are makes you better at what you do. For us, it’s all about bringing together people who are curious, collaborative and have the drive to make things possible for our clients and communities.

    Our Engineering organization, comprised of our Engineering Division, global strategist groups, and Engineering teams within other divisions, build solutions to some of the most complex problems in the industry.

    From automated trading to managing data, risk analysis to safeguarding information and promoting environmental sustainability, our commitment to best-in-class technology provides Goldman Sachs with a competitive edge.

     

    Interested? Participate in our Engineering Job Simulation to learn more!

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Cryptography
    Cybersecurity
    Password Security

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Goldman Sachs. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.
    "This is my first engineering virtual program with Goldmen Sach Engineering .Thankyou for this and this will help me a lot to gain skills."-- Student from Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University
    "To crack all the leaked hashes and to review the files they provide in the main page,how to enchance their password policy and we have to give suggestions to the organization's password policy after cracking the password."-- Student from SRM Institute Of Science & Technology ( Deemed University)
    "I have gained knowledge on different tools which are usefull to hack the password by using different algorithms and also gained handson knowledge by completing the task using the mentioned tools."-- Student from My institution is not listed
    "Explored new tools like hashcat and about organisation password policy and how important it is for organisation to make it strong"-- Student from Sikha 'O' Anushandhan University
    "Thank you so much for this insight into Goldman Sachs. It has helped me a lot in understanding my future career path and I have learnt new things along the way."-- High School Student
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    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 1-2 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Goldman Sachs. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 1-2 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Goldman Sachs. Show us you're a motivated candidate.
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    Goldman Sachs Engineering Job Simulation

    Crack passwords and suggest security improvements as a Governance Analyst at Goldman Sachs

    Software Engineering Free 37100+ 5 Star Reviews