Cybersecurity Engineer-Hybrid in Chicago

About Rewards Network

For 40 years, Rewards Network has been helping restaurants grow revenue, increase traffic, and boost customer engagement through innovative financial, marketing services, and premier dining rewards programs. By offering unique card-linked offers, we introduce diners to fantastic restaurant experiences, leveraging advanced technology and data analytics to deliver value to restaurants, diners, and our strategic partners' loyalty programs.

Our Culture

At Rewards Network, you'll be part of a driven and diverse team that excels in collaboration, issue resolution, and taking ownership of both personal growth and the company's success. We take pride in partnering with the world's most powerful loyalty programs to drive full-price paying customers to local restaurants through marketing services and flexible funding options. Our engaging and rewarding environment is designed to help you gain your full potential.

Job Overview

The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for protecting the company's systems and data by designing, implementing, and maintaining optimal cybersecurity measures. This role involves hands-on cybersecurity engineering as well as participation in compliance and auditing tasks, with a primary focus on SOC and PCI standards.

This is a hybrid position with in office 2-3 days a week in our Chicago Headquarters.

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)

• Minimum 2 years experience as DevOps, System Administrator, or Network Engineer


• Hands-on experience with PCI-DSS and SOC 2/3 standards or experience with a similar control framework.


• Experience in Linux is a must


• 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:

• This is a full time, exempt position, and the base compensation for this opening in Chicago is expected to be $140,000-$155,000 annualized, depending on level, candidate experience, skills and and other factors; this position is eligible for a quarterly bonus for total target comp of $154,000-$170,500


• Generous dining reimbursement when you dine with our restaurant customers.  


• Sales Academy: In- depth training


• Competitive Time Off Benefits: including flexible PTO, 11 company holidays, and parental leave.


• 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

Rewards Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We encourage and strongly support workplace diversity.

Expected Pay Range

$140,000 - $155,000 USD