CMG Financial

Title: Network Engineer (Mortgage Industry) Location: United States Department: Information Technology Job Description: POSITION OVERVIEW: CMG Financial is looking for an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, and manage enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises, hybrid, and Azure cloud environments. You will work with cutting-edge technologies including Palo Alto next-generation firewalls, Azure networking services, and modern SASE architectures to ensure secure, high-availability connectivity for our organization. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES, includes the following responsibilities, but not limited to: Firewall & Security Operations - Review and update Palo Alto security policies, NAT rules, and App-ID/User-ID configurations - Monitor threat prevention alerts, URL filtering hits, and WildFire submissions - Manage VPN tunnels (site-to-site and remote access) — check tunnel status, address drops or mismatches Azure Networking - Monitor NSG flow logs, Azure Network Watcher, and Connection Monitor for anomalies - Review hub-and-spoke topology health — VNet peering, private endpoints, DNS resolution - Check Azure Firewall policy hits and deny logs Change & Configuration Management - Implement and document approved network changes (firewall rules, VLAN changes, routing updates) - Use Panorama/Strata Cloud Manager to push policy updates across managed firewalls - Maintain and update network documentation (topology diagrams, runbooks, IP addressing) Ticket & Problem Resolution - Respond to and triage network incidents — Layer 1–7 troubleshooting, root cause analysis - Triage and prioritize incoming tickets from the service desk queue; assign severity and ownership - Investigate and resolve network-related incidents (connectivity failures, latency, application access issues) - Perform root cause analysis on recurring issues and document findings for problem records - Update ticket status, add work notes, and communicate resolution steps to stakeholders - Escalate complex issues to senior engineers or vendors with full diagnostic context (logs, captures, configs) - Close resolved tickets with detailed resolution notes for knowledge base reuse Automation & IaC - Write or maintain PowerShell/Python/Bash scripts for operational tasks - Update Terraform configs for infrastructure changes; validate and plan before apply Collaboration - Communicate with application, security, and helpdesk teams on connectivity issues - Participate in on-call rotation; hand off or escalate as needed - Attend change advisory or ops standup meetings QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field — or equivalent hands-on experience - 3–7+ years of network engineering experience in enterprise, multi-site, or hybrid cloud environments Core Networking Skills - Deep understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, switching, VLANs, DNS, and DHCP - Experience Cisco Catalyst, Nexus and Meraki switches - Experience with BGP in enterprise or hybrid cloud environments - Hands-on experience with firewalls, including rule creation, NAT, and VPNs - Experience with load balancing technologies (NetScaler ADC Preferred) and network segmentation, including Zero Trust design principles - Strong troubleshooting capability across Layer 1–7, including incident response, root cause analysis, and performance optimization - Strong understanding of network security concepts: Zero Trust architecture, IDS/IPS, and DDoS mitigation - Experience implementing secure segmentation across on-premises and cloud environments Palo Alto Networks - Hands-on experience with Palo Alto NGFW: security policy management, NAT, App-ID, User-ID, and Content-ID - Experience configuring site-to-site and remote access VPNs using Palo Alto firewalls - Experience with threat prevention, URL filtering, and WildFire services - Experience using Panorama / Strata Cloud Manager for centralized firewall management - Experience with Prisma Access (SASE), including remote user access, service connections, and identity integration (SAML, Azure AD) - Experience with Strata Cloud Manager for policy management, visibility, logging, and analytics - Understanding of Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and modern SASE architectures Monitoring & Tooling - Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools: SolarWinds, and Wireshark - Familiarity with SD-WAN and enterprise wireless networking (802.11 standards, controllers, access points) Collaboration & Communication - Strong communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams - Ability to document network architecture, standards, and operational procedures - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail - Ability to participate in on-call rotation as needed Preferred Certifications - Azure Network Engineer Associate - Palo Alto PCNSE - Cisco CCNA / CCNP Nice to Have - Strong experience with Azure networking: VNets, subnet design, and IP addressing strategies - Experience configuring and managing NSGs, ASGs, and Azure Firewall policies - Experience with Azure Load Balancer (Layer 4), Application Gateway (Layer 7), and Azure Front Door - Experience designing hybrid connectivity: Site-to-Site VPN, Point-to-Site VPN, and ExpressRoute with BGP routing - Experience with Private Endpoints, Private Link, VNet peering, hub-and-spoke architectures, and Azure Private DNS Zones - Experience integrating PaaS resources with virtual networks (VNet integration, service endpoints) - Experience using Azure Network Watcher, Connection Monitor, NSG flow logs, and packet capture - Scripting experience in Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automation and operational efficiency - Experience with IaC tools: Terraform, ARM templates, and Bicep - Familiarity with YAML for configuration, pipelines, and automation workflows - Experience with Azure landing zones and large-scale hub-and-spoke architectures - Experience with enterprise SASE deployments - Experience in DevOps / NetDevOps environments - Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST or ISO 27001 SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct Reports: NA PHYSICAL and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: This role operates in an ADA compliant office environment, utilizing typical office equipment and tasks including computer work. The position may involve partial stationary positions and moving throughout the day. Flexibility to work overtime to meet project deadlines is required. Base Compensation Information – For residents of the states of CA & CO, and for NY + other areas requiring disclosure: CMG pays a salary of $110,000.00 to $130,000.00 total compensation annually. Factors that affect salary may include: Education, years of experience in Network Engineering, prior work history for a first mortgage lender and software knowledge. CMG Financial is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment decisions. CMG will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, familial status, marital status, actual or perceived sexual orientation, or actual or perceived gender identity. CMG MORTGAGE, INC. NMLS #1820 If you are a recruiter or placement agency, please do not submit resumes to any person or email address at CMG Financial prior to having a signed agreement . CMG Financial is not liable for and will not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved recruitment partners. Furthermore, any resumes sent to us without an agreement in place will be considered your company’s gift to CMG Financial and may be forwarded to our recruiters for their attention.

Role Description CMG Financial is hiring a Quality Assurance Specialist for our AIO (All In One Loan®) Finance department. This team member will perform quality assurance (QA) audit functions, including client calls to confirm understanding and accuracy of loan set-up, and communicate with sales teams internally. This role is unique within the organization, as well as the lending industry, and is critical to increasing client and Company success with the product. The All In One Loan® is a proprietary mortgage product engineered by CMG Financial in 2005 that combines home financing and personal banking into a single financial platform, to help homeowners reduce lifetime interest expense by tens of thousands of dollars, accelerate payoff and live more securely. - Prior to Closing QA Process: - Prior-to-QA call file review for input and set-up accuracy - Engages sales and operations team members with required corrections - Client call to ensure program set-up accuracy and understanding of expectations - Update systems accordingly and communicate with Loan Teams and clients - Post Closing Servicing Onboarding Tracking, Communication and Reporting: - Send “Congratulations and What to Expect” communications from Byte/IDS on each closed loan. - Update systems with loan servicing onboarding information - Communicate with department members and escalate servicing issues as needed Qualifications - Preferred location in Central Time Zone (but not required) - A minimum of two years mortgage experience is highly preferred - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - MS Office skills including WORD, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams - Versatility and flexibility within an ever-changing environment - Strong initiative and ability to work on own - Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals - Ability to handle repetitive tasks and collaborate with team - Ability to manage occasional client and Loan Officer impatience - Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions - Creative, flexible, and innovative team player Requirements - Remote home office location, standard company equipment, including work at a computer terminal - Internal meetings require on-camera participation (Company Policy) - Must be open to work overtime to complete assigned tasks - Flexibility to work overtime to meet daily task requirements Benefits - CMG pays a competitive salary which ranges from $50,000 - $60,000 - Factors that affect base salary may include: - Administrative/clerical experience - Mortgage experience - Experience working with the AIO Loan product - Excellent communication skills - Knowledge of mortgage industry - Computer skills - Customer service experience - Education

Role Description The Senior Mortgage Risk Data Analyst is responsible for independently gathering, validating, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting operational, regulatory, and risk-related data used for senior management reporting, investor reporting, state reporting, and regulatory submissions. This role serves as a subject matter expert for mortgage-related risk data, Mortgage Call Report preparation, and state reporting requirements across all 50 states. The Senior Risk Data Analyst is expected to identify data trends, reporting gaps, operational risks, and process weaknesses, while providing recommendations to strengthen reporting accuracy, operational controls, and compliance outcomes. The Senior Risk Data Analyst will work cross-functionally with Business Partners and senior leadership. - Independently prepare, validate, and analyze risk, operational, and regulatory reporting data for senior management, investors, regulators, and internal business partners. - Serve as a subject matter expert for Mortgage Call Report preparation, validation, and submission, including required knowledge of MCR reporting requirements and the ability to identify, research, and resolve reporting discrepancies. - Prepare, review, and validate RMLA data for Mortgage Call Report submissions across all applicable business lines on a quarterly basis. - Maintain required knowledge of state reporting requirements across all 50 states and support accurate, timely preparation and submission of applicable state reports. - Analyze mortgage loan data to identify trends, operational gaps, reporting inconsistencies, and areas of potential compliance or risk exposure. - Apply current federal and state laws and regulatory requirements governing mortgage lending, including but not limited to TILA, RESPA, TRID, ECOA, GLBA, QM/ATR, and applicable state reporting requirements. - Apply knowledge of investor and governmental agency guidelines, including FNMA, FHLMC, FHA, VA, and RHS, to categorize, analyze, and report operational deficiencies. - Perform detailed data scrubbing, reconciliation, and validation across multiple systems and departments to ensure accuracy and completeness of reporting outputs. - Coordinate with stakeholders across Risk, Compliance, Operations, Servicing, Finance, Audit, Information Technology, and other business areas to gather data, confirm reporting assumptions, and resolve data discrepancies. - Develop and maintain reporting controls, tracking tools, validation checks, and supporting documentation for regulatory and management reporting. - Utilize prescriptive analytics to identify operational weaknesses and recommend process improvements, reporting enhancements, and risk mitigation strategies. - Prepare clear, concise summaries of reporting findings, data trends, and risk observations for leadership review. - Support internal and external audits by providing reporting documentation, data support, research, and explanations related to risk and regulatory reporting. - Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, reduce manual work, increase data accuracy, and strengthen reporting controls. - Provide guidance and support to less experienced analysts or business partners regarding reporting requirements, data validation, and risk reporting processes. - Manage competing deadlines and shifting priorities, particularly during quarterly reporting cycles, regulatory deadlines, audits, and high-volume reporting periods. - Maintain strict confidentiality of company, employee, borrower, investor, and regulatory information. - Complete other duties and/or projects as assigned. Qualifications - Minimum 7 to 10 years of mortgage industry experience, including experience in origination, servicing, compliance, risk, quality control, regulatory reporting, or related mortgage operations. - Minimum 3 years of experience in a risk, compliance, regulatory reporting, data analytics, audit, or mortgage reporting capacity. - Required experience preparing, reviewing, validating, or supporting Mortgage Call Report reporting. - Required knowledge of MCR reporting requirements and how Mortgage Call Reports are prepared, reviewed, validated, and submitted. - Required knowledge of state regulatory reporting requirements across all 50 states. - Strong understanding of mortgage loan data, mortgage operations, and standard industry processes within a mortgage banking environment. - Strong working knowledge of federal mortgage regulations, including TILA, RESPA, TRID, ECOA, GLBA, QM/ATR, and related compliance requirements. - Strong knowledge of investor and agency guidelines, including FNMA, FHLMC, FHA, VA, and RHS. - Advanced Microsoft Excel experience, including formulas, pivot tables, data validation, reconciliations, and large data set analysis. - Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, identify discrepancies, research root causes, and communicate findings clearly. - Ability to independently manage reporting deadlines, prioritize competing work, and escalate risks or concerns timely. - High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and accountability when working with regulatory and executive-level reporting. - Ability to work remotely in a paperless environment while adhering to strict privacy, confidentiality, and data security requirements. Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field preferred. - Prior underwriting, quality control, forensic review, compliance, audit, or regulatory examination experience preferred. - Experience with mortgage-specific loan origination systems, including DataTrac, BytePro, FNMA Loan Quality Connect, or similar systems preferred. - Experience with SharePoint, SQL, XML, Power BI, Tableau, or other data/reporting tools preferred. - Experience preparing reports for senior leadership, regulators, investors, internal audit, or external audit preferred. - Experience developing reporting controls, process documentation, validation tools, or audit support materials preferred. Physical and Environmental Conditions This role operates in an ADA compliant office environment, utilizing typical office equipment and tasks including computer work. The position may involve partial stationary positions and moving throughout the day. Flexibility to work overtime to meet project deadlines is required. Base Compensation Information This is a remote role that can be performed from within the United States. CMG pays a competitive salary which ranges from $90,000 to $110,000. Factors that affect base salary may include: Specific Mortgage Risk experience, overall knowledge of mortgage risk and compliance, number of years worked in mortgage industry, types of roles performed, computer skills, customer service experience specific to working with mortgage lenders, and education.

CMG Financial is looking to add an experienced Reverse Closer to their growing Reverse Mortgage Group. Responsible for closing and funding Reverse Mortgage loans, ensuring that all required documentation is in each file and compliance with state and federal regulations. Looking for candidates who want to grow with the group. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES, includes the following responsibilities, but not limited to: - Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to documents, funding, insuring, and post-closing requirements. - Prepares/reviews daily reports and monitors workflow and turn times. - Interfaces with warehouse and post-closing teams to ensure quality of funding packages. - Draw loan docs, fund, or ship loans. - Working knowledge of Reverse Mortgage Closings and experience in Closing Disclosure preparation. - Communicate with Processors, Brokers, Escrow Officers and Settlement Agents to keep them updated throughout the closing process and close loans in a timely manner. - Draw mortgage closing documents for wet and dry state loans. - Meet production and quality standards consistently. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: - Must have at least 3+ years of closing and funding experience with Reverse Mortgages. - Wholesale, PA, and Correspondent experience preferred. - Familiarity with reading and interpreting insurance policies, title reports, appraisals and settlement statements. - Strong knowledge of mortgage banking industry. - Ability to work remote. - Working knowledge of industry regulations. - Experience with Quantum Reverse preferred. - Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook systems. - Ability to work in a fast paced, fluid environment. - Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. - Proven leadership skills with ability to motivate subordinates. - High level of integrity and confidentiality required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct Reports: N/A PHYSICAL and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: This role operates in an ADA compliant office environment, utilizing typical office equipment and tasks including computer work. The position may involve partial stationary positions and moving throughout the day. Flexibility to work overtime to meet project deadlines is required. Compensation Information: CMG pays a competitive hourly rate of $25.00 to $30.00 per hour plus bonus. Factors that affect base salary may include: Reverse Closing/Funding experience, overall knowledge, number of years worked in mortgage industry, types of roles performed, computer skills, experience specific to working with mortgage lenders, and education.

Title: Staff Appraiser - Appraisal Review and Collateral Risk Location: United States Department: Mortgage Operations Job Description: CMG Financial is seeking an experienced residential appraiser to serve as a Staff Appraiser focused on appraisal review, collateral risk management, and valuation oversight. This role will not perform field appraisals. Instead, the Staff Appraiser will be responsible for reviewing completed appraisal reports to identify valuation risk, overvaluation concerns, SSR alerts, reconsiderations of value (ROVs), and compliance issues. The ideal candidate combines strong valuation expertise with sound risk judgment and the ability to communicate clearly with underwriting, production, and external appraisal partners. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following responsibilities, but not limited to: Appraisal & Collateral Review - Perform independent reviews of residential appraisal reports to assess accuracy, supportability, and compliance with USPAP, agency, and investor guidelines - Evaluate reports flagged for elevated SSR scores, collateral risk indicators, or automated valuation discrepancies - Identify potential overvaluation, unsupported adjustments, market condition concerns, or data inconsistencies - Review and resolve Reconsideration of Value (ROV) requests and borrower escalations - Provide clear written conclusions and risk-based recommendations Risk Oversight & Quality Control - Conduct targeted audits of appraisers and AMCs to identify performance trends and quality concerns - Monitor valuation trends by geography, product, or production channel - Support appraisal policy updates and process improvements - Partner with risk, QC, and secondary marketing teams on collateral risk initiatives Training & Advisory - Provide targeted training and guidance to underwriters on appraisal interpretation and red flags - Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for valuation-related questions - Support production teams with guidance on complex or high-risk valuation scenarios QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: - Current Certified Residential or Certified General Appraiser license (active and in good standing) - 5+ years of residential appraisal experience - Strong knowledge of USPAP, Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac guidelines, and common investor overlays - Experience reviewing appraisal reports for compliance and valuation supportability - Deep understanding of comparable selection, adjustments, market trends, and collateral risk - Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred - Prior experience working for a mortgage lender, bank, or AMC in an appraisal review capacity - Familiarity with SSR tools (Collateral Underwriter / Loan Collateral Advisor) - Experience in handling ROVs and borrower escalations - Experience conducting training for underwriting or production staff SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct Reports: N/A PHYSICAL and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: This role operates in an ADA compliant office environment, utilizing typical office equipment and tasks including computer work. The position may involve partial stationary positions and moving throughout the day. Flexibility to work overtime to meet project deadlines is required. Base Compensation Information – This is a remote role that can be performed from within the United States. Residents of the states of CA & CO, and NY are excluded from this remote role at this time. Information regarding base wages provided upon request. CMG Financial is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment decisions. CMG will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, familial status, marital status, actual or perceived sexual orientation, or actual or perceived gender identity. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of CMG Financial or reach out to [email protected]. CMG MORTGAGE, INC. NMLS #1820 If you are a recruiter or placement agency, please do not submit resumes to any person or email address at CMG Financial prior to having a signed agreement . CMG Financial is not liable for and will not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved recruitment partners. Furthermore, any resumes sent to us without an agreement in place will be considered your company’s gift to CMG Financial and may be forwarded to our recruiters for their attention.

• Responsible for answering employee questions via the Benefits email inbox. • Administer and support employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, wellness, retirement, disability, and related plans. • Act as the primary point of contact for employees, benefit vendors, and insurance carriers; respond to inquiries and resolve issues with a high level of professionalism and care. • Manage all Leave of Absence (LOA) cases, including FMLA and other statutory or company leaves, ensuring timely approvals, documentation, communication, compliance, and return-to-work coordination. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee and benefits data within HRIS and payroll systems. • Partner closely with Payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions, enrollments, and plan changes. • Reconcile benefit invoices and address discrepancies in collaboration with vendors and internal partners. • Develop and deliver employee-facing benefits communications, training materials, and presentations as needed. • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local benefits and leave regulations. • Provide a high level of customer service while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment.