Cybersecurity Engineer

What you’ll bring to the table: (Responsibilities)  

• Design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity measures to ensure the secure operation of the company's systems and data.
• Perform regular security audits and vulnerability assessments, providing actionable recommendations to mitigate identified risks.
• Oversee compliance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) and Service Organization Control (SOC) 2/3 privacy standards.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders on the development and enforcement of security standards and best practices.
• Actively participate in incident response procedures, including the investigation of security breaches, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring they are adequately addressed.
• Assist with responses to audit and diligence requests from the company's partners and clients.
• Stay informed on the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, educating and engaging internal stakeholders on changes that may warrant updates in security procedures.
• Contribute to the development and updating of enterprise information security policies and standards.
• Assist with security-related documentation and reporting as needed.

Do you have the right mix of ingredients: (Requirements)  

• Hands-on experience with PCI-DSS and SOC 2/3 standards or experience with a similar control framework.
• Experience in security incident response and management.
• Proficiency in various information security technologies, networks, and operating systems.
• Understanding of privacy and security issues that arise in a technology-focused, data-driven business.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Proactive and collaborative team player who can work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with cloud-based systems and technologies.
• Education, Certifications, and Experience Minimum
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience; Master's degree a plus
• Education, Certifications, and experience Preferred
• 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering and IT audit/compliance.

What you’ll love about us: 

Comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Competitive Paid Time Off and company holidays
• Generous dining reimbursement when you dine with our restaurant clients 
• 401(k) plan with a company match
• Two medical plan options- Standard PPO or High Deductible Health Plan (HSA with company match for HDHP participants)
• Partnership with Rx n Go, offering certain prescriptions for free
• Two dental plan options and a vision plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts and a pre-tax commuter benefit program
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Plans
• Short Term and Long Term disability 
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D insurance, supplemental employee, spouse, and child life insurance 
• Employee Life Assistance Program
• Hybrid working environment in a new office space downtown near the Metra Train stations and catered lunches on Tuesdays.