Mercer | Mettl Security Assessment
HR & Talent Management
MarketPricer is a self-service job pricing tool that provides instant access to global compensation data, including base pay, total cash, and the mix of base and bonus. With data sourced from Mercer's Total Remuneration Surveys , MarketPricer ensures consistency and reliability across 400,000 jobs in over 140 countries. This cost-effective solution, priced at $300 per job, enables organizations to make informed compensation decisions, ensuring their employees' salaries remain competitive in the market. Key Features and Functionality: - Comprehensive Compensation Data: Access detailed information on base pay, total cash, and base/bonus mix for a wide range of positions. - Extensive Job Coverage: Choose from 400,000 jobs across more than 140 countries, ensuring relevance to various industries and regions. - Consistent Data Sourcing: Utilizes Mercer's TRS, applying uniform survey methodologies globally for accurate and comparable data. - User-Friendly Process: Obtain salary benchmarking data in five simple steps: select the country, search for a job, review and filter positions, create an account or log in, and receive immediate data access. - Flexible Data Analysis: Analyze data in real-time within MarketPricer or export it as Excel or PDF documents for further review. Primary Value and Solutions Provided: MarketPricer addresses the challenge of maintaining competitive compensation structures by offering immediate access to reliable and up-to-date salary data. This empowers organizations to make data-driven decisions regarding employee compensation, aiding in talent retention and attraction. By streamlining the job pricing process, MarketPricer saves time and resources, allowing HR professionals to focus on strategic initiatives. Its global reach and extensive job database make it a versatile tool for companies operating in multiple countries and industries.
9-Dimension Security Framework
Identity & Access Management
Compliance & Certification
AI Integration Security
NEWAPI Security
Infrastructure Security
Data Protection
Vulnerability Management
Breach History
Incident Response
AI Integration Security Assessment (9th Dimension)
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Last updated: January 9, 2026 at 12:33 PM
Comprehensive Security Analysis
In-depth assessment with detailed recommendations
Security Analysis
Executive Summary
| Metric | Value | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Security Grade | B | Needs Improvement |
| Risk Level | Medium-High | Executive approval required |
| Enterprise Readiness | 50% | Gaps Exist |
| Critical Gaps | 1 | Immediate attention |
Security Assessment
| Category | Score | Status | Action Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Breach History | 100/100 | excellent | Maintain current controls |
| 🟡 Vulnerability Management | 85/100 | good | Maintain current controls |
| 🟡 Identity & Access Management | 75/100 | good | Monitor and improve gradually |
| 🟡 Compliance & Certification | 70/100 | good | Monitor and improve gradually |
| 🟠 API Security | 30/100 | needs_improvement | Add rate limiting and authentication |
| 🟠 Infrastructure Security | 20/100 | needs_improvement | Review and enhance controls |
| 🟠 Data Protection | 20/100 | needs_improvement | Implement encryption at rest, TLS/HTTPS, and 1 more |
| 🟠 Incident Response | 0/100 | needs_improvement | Document incident response plan |
Overall Grade: B (51/100)
Critical Security Gaps
| Gap | Severity | Business Impact | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Data Protection score: 20/100 | CRITICAL | High risk of data breach or unauthorized access | Implement data encryption audit before deployment |
| 🟡 No public security documentation or audit reports | MEDIUM | 40-80 hours of security assessment overhead | Request security audit reports (SOC 2, pen tests) and security whitepaper |
Total Gaps Identified: 2 | Critical/High Priority: 1
Compliance Status
| Framework | Status | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| SOC 2 | ❌ Missing | High Priority |
| ISO 27001 | ❌ Missing | High Priority |
| GDPR | ❌ Missing | High Priority |
| HIPAA | ❓ Unknown | Verify Status |
| PCI DSS | ❓ Unknown | Verify Status |
Warning: No compliance certifications verified. Extensive due diligence required.
Operational Excellence
| Metric | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Status Page | ❌ Not Found | N/A |
| Documentation Quality | ❌ 0/10 | No SDKs |
| SLA Commitment | ❌ None | No public SLA |
| API Versioning | ⚠️ None | No version control |
| Support Channels | ℹ️ 0 channels |
Operational Facts Extracted: 2 data points from operational_maturity enrichment
Infrastructure Security
| Infrastructure Metric | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| VirusTotal Reputation | ✅ 100/100 | 95 security engines scanned |
| SSL/TLS Certificate | ✅ Valid | Issued by Unknown |
| Certificate Expiry | ℹ️ Unknown | Regular renewal required |
| Domain Age | ✅ 14 years | Established |
Infrastructure Facts Extracted: 4 data points from virustotal_intelligence
Integration Requirements
| Aspect | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Time | 3-5 days (manual setup required) | Estimated deployment timeline |
| Known Issues | Manual user provisioning may be required, Limited API automation capabilities, No automated user lifecycle management, Additional security controls needed | Implementation considerations |
⚠️ Inherent Risk Consideration
Data Sensitivity: This application stores sensitive data:
- Employee personal information (SSN, address, contact details)
- Compensation data (salaries, bonuses, equity grants)
- Performance reviews and disciplinary records
Risk Level: CRITICAL - Contains personally identifiable information (PII) and financial data
Compliance Requirements:
- GDPR - General Data Protection Regulation (EU)
- CCPA - California Consumer Privacy Act (US)
- SOX - Sarbanes-Oxley Act (financial reporting)
- PCI DSS - Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
- SOC 2 Type II - Security, Availability, Processing Integrity
🛡️ Enterprise Security Controls to Implement
Even with strong vendor security, enterprises must implement:
1. Identity & Access Management
- Enable SSO with your identity provider
- Implement MFA for all user accounts
- Regular access reviews (quarterly recommended)
2. Data Protection
- Configure data residency controls for GDPR compliance
- Enable audit logging for compliance requirements
- Implement data classification policies
- Request SOC 2 Type II audit reports
4. Vendor Management
- Request SOC 2 Type II audit reports
- Verify compliance documentation
- Include security requirements in contract terms
Compliance & Certifications
API Intelligence
Transparency indicators showing API availability and access requirements for Mercer | Mettl.
API Intelligence
No public API documentation found. This vendor may not offer a public API.
No API Found
We didn't find public API documentation for this vendor. Many SaaS vendors, especially SMB-focused tools, don't offer public REST APIs. This is normal and not a data quality issue.
Note: Not all SaaS vendors offer public APIs. This is completely normal, especially for SMB-focused tools. It doesn't affect the security assessment.
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Security Posture & Operational Capabilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercer | Mettl
Critical data exchanged between test-takers and Mercer | Mettl over the network is encrypted at the column level in RDS. This mechanism provides added security to sensitive data such as question text,
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