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.
- Department
- Employee Experience
- Locations
- Malta, Spain, Sweden, Poland
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
What's in it for you?
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Play'n GO family
Even though Play’n GO has grown fast over the last few years we foster our family vibe. You’ll be part of a cool bunch of enthusiastic and friendly people from over 40 countries! Lovely different flavors sharing a common positive mindset. Yes, please bring your authentic self to work! And sure, every family has some issues. We take them on, solve things together and improve every day.
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Work-life
We believe in a healthy and good work/life balance with flexible ways of working (office, remote, hybrid) that provide you with the opportunity to solve your life puzzle. Because we know it's not always easy. You will find that same freedom and flexibility in our offices. Roam around, find the spot that fits your job and connect with anyone around. -
Benefits and more
We want to make sure you can perform at your best. Whether you’re working from home or at one of our fantastic offices around the world. You don’t have to worry about insurance, health benefits and so much more. We even throw in an extra ‘Birtholiday’ when that special day pops up. Need to upgrade your home office? No problem, our Remote Work Benefit gives you the opportunity to make your virtual Play'n GO office stand out from the crowd.
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Our TEQ values
Trust, Energy, Quality. In that particular order . We want to be the best entertainment supplier in the world. A pretty big ambition and these 3 values are the cornerstones of that common goal. We trust each other. We love what we do and we put in the energy to push things forward. Always aiming for the highest possible quality. We hire the best and you can be part of our winning team. -
Expand your skill set
It's rewarding to improve your game. We provide you with the opportunity to grow professionally and personally. We are tech lovers. So you can be sure to lay your hands on the latest technologies. Taking responsibility to get better at what you do every day and staying at the forefront of our industry, in every aspect. Whatever your passion is. A yearly training budget is an extra push to grow. Will there be exciting and inspiring challenges along the way? You bet! Ready to move forward together? -
Play it cool ;-)
Hey, we are in the entertainment business. So there is definitely room for creativity and fun! Both in real life and virtually. Don't expect a typical corporate environment. We like to give things that special Play'n GO 'zing' and you can be part of that unique Play'n GO vibe! With regular social gatherings, celebrations and surprises that make a bright day even better. -
Growth path
New markets, more high quality games, an expanding team. Our track record has been quite stunning over the past years. In the last decade we've evolved from a start-up with 20 people to a strong - and awarded - player in the global iGaming business with around 700ish team members on board. We have the strong ambition to continue on this path and adapt if needed. We take legal compliance seriously. For our employees, our partners and customers.
About Play'n GO
Play’n GO is one of the largest entertainment suppliers of online slots to the worldwide casino industry. Our Play’n GO pioneers were the first in the industry to recognise and develop the potential of gaming on the GO.
At Play’n GO, if your talent and passion for excellence are anything like ours, you’re going to grow here. Our strong growth is thanks to talented people like you who are inspired to help each other succeed.
Connect with us and help us create entertainment that lasts.
Head of Information Security & GDPR
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