Information Security Officer

Company Description

About Playtech

Founded in 1999, the company has a premium listing on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and is focused on regulated and regulating markets across its B2B and B2C businesses. Both divisions leverage Playtech’s proprietary technology to deliver innovative products and services to ensure a safe, engaging and entertaining gaming experience.

Playtech is the gaming industry's leading technology company delivering business intelligence-driven gaming software, services, content, and platform technology across the industry. Read more about who we are and what we do here: www.playtechpeople.com

Here at Playtech, we genuinely believe that people are our biggest asset. Diverse thoughts, experiences, and individual characteristics enrich our work environment and lead to better business decisions. Recognizing differences and ensuring our processes are transparent is the core of Playtech's overall commitment to responsible business practices.

Ready to level up your career?

Playtech is looking for an Information Security Officer to lead the security and compliance strategy of next-generation gaming platforms, combining technical expertise with strategic vision.

Your influential mission. You will...

• Serve as a local security representative for Playtech, acting as a bridge between local operations and global security functions, as well as applicable regulatory, statutory, and contractual security obligations.

• Define, establish, and implement information security governance and operational processes related to operation in Brazil to ensure compliance with business objectives, Brazilian legislation, regulatory frameworks, and customer contractual agreements.

• Produce and deliver ongoing security reporting in Portuguese, in line with customer contractual commitments, regulatory expectations, and internal operational requirements.

• Implement and oversee the adoption of corporate and global security policies, standards, and best practices within Playtech’s Brazilian operations.

• Govern and oversee essential security and IT controls to ensure appropriate security posture.

• Lead local security incident management in cooperation with the global Security Operations Center (SOC).

• Serve as the primary point of contact for local stakeholders, authorities, regulators, and external parties on security matters.

• Support and represent the organization in internal and external security audits, acting as the local security representative.

• Identify, assess, and continuously monitor information security risks across the Brazilian operation, recommending and driving mitigation strategies aligned with the business risk appetite.

• Analyze, map, and communicate information security requirements arising from Brazilian legislative and regulatory obligations.

Components for success. You...

• Proven experience across the security governance, risk, and compliance domain.

• Demonstrated experience working with/at Brazilian financial sector.

• Strong knowledge of the local regulatory framework and hands-on experience implementing relevant security controls.

• Demonstrated experience in implementing recognized security frameworks (e.g., ISO, NIST, ISAE 3402, etc.).

• Experience leading and supporting information security risk assessments and risk management processes.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse audience, including executive management, managers, and subject matter experts.

• Proactive, self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently within a global security team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or equivalent practical experience.

• At least 5 years of experience in Information Security.

• Professional working proficiency in English and Portuguese (written and spoken).

• Willingness to work on site at least 50% of the time in São Paulo, with readiness to travel.

You'll get extra points for...

Prior experience working within a SaaS / Online Gambling organization or within the financial sector.

• Globally recognized Information Security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISM, CISSP) or equivalent professional experience.

• Proven IT and Information Security background, including experience with IT infrastructure, networks, databases, and/or software development.

Thrive in a culture that values...

• Contribution and achievements by offering performance bonuses and ample opportunities for internal growth.
• Employees' health and well-being through comprehensive health insurance plans, food vouchers and travel allowances.
• Work-life balance by providing 30 days of paid annual leave, allowing you to relax and recharge.
• Continuous growth with company-sponsored seminars, training programs, social activities, and events, guiding your professional journey and helping you achieve your career goals.

Information Security Team

Our team plays a critical role in safeguarding Playtech’s operations through robust security governance, risk management, and compliance oversight. You will work closely with Compliance, Legal, Product, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to develop and enforce comprehensive security policies, regulatory compliance frameworks, and risk mitigation strategies. You’ll join a global and diverse team of security and compliance professionals, gaining exposure to a wide range of regulatory standards and best practices in a highly regulated iGaming environment.

PLAYTECH

Join the team at our new Brazilian Playtech office, where we work together to support and enhance our live products and services. Be part of a global, dynamic and innovative team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and excellence.

Playtech is an equal opportunities employer. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.