Head of Information Security & GDPR

Job title: Head of Information Security & GDPR

Job Details

Hours: Full Time

Location: Fully remote. This opportunity is open to you if you can legally work remotely from one of our home countries in Sweden, Malta, Spain or Poland.

Contract: Permanent

At Play’n GO we enjoy a flexible freedom to shape our own days. Everyone we hire is unique and every role we fill has certain performance expectations. The day-to-day challenges of work and life will be unique to you but our commitment to helping you find a balance will never vary.

From the GO

At Play’n GO our purpose is to entertain. Our pleasure is in working with people ready to make a difference that lasts. We are pioneers. We were the first entertainment supplier to recognise the potential of gaming on the GO and create the innovative mobile games which supercharged our industry and inspired our name. Today, Play’n GO is the leading gaming entertainment supplier to casinos in regulated markets the world over. And we are still growing.

With growth comes opportunity. This could be yours. Are you ready to help us face challenges and find solutions that get us both to the next level of excellence?

What the role entails:

Some of the key responsibilities of our Head of Information Security & GDPR will be:

• Lead the incident response team in the investigation and management of information security incidents, including data breaches and cyber-attacks

• Develop and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure rapid recovery in the event of a security incident or data breach

• Develop and implement the organization’s information security strategy, aligning with business objectives and regulatory requirements

• Lead the development and maintenance of the GDPR compliance framework, ensuring ongoing compliance with GDPR regulations and other relevant data protection laws

• Serve as the Data Protection Officer for all the entities which are part of the Play’n GO group

• Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management plans to mitigate information security risks and data privacy threats

• Oversee the implementation of security controls, monitoring systems, and incident response plans to protect against, and respond to, data breaches and cyber threats.

For you, this is more than a leadership role inspiring those involved in InfoSec and GDPR. This is an opportunity to see your team building talent, experience, and best ideas developed further to deliver the quality expected of an international leader in gaming entertainment.

What we ask of you

• In-depth knowledge of information security principles, practices, and technologies

• Strong understanding of GDPR requirements and data protection laws

• Proven experience in risk management, incident response, and security operations

• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CIPP/E) are highly preferred
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on GDPR compliance and data protection.
• Experience in implementing and maintaining ISO 27001

What’s in it for you?

If you feel great, you’ll do great. Our employees know that their package of benefits, activities, and initiatives are some of the most generous in the industry. From challenges to chill outs, the fun we share at play helps inspire excellence from the go.

Apply now to find out more. It’s your best move. This opportunity will remain open until we meet the right candidate.

GO for it.

We believe the way forward relies on well-regulated gaming and player safety. Our commitment to this sets the standard for our industry.