Lead IT compliance and regulatory audits for a global online gaming brand while working fully remote.
About Hard Rock Digital
Hard Rock Digital is the online gaming and sportsbook arm of the iconic Hard Rock brand and the Seminole Tribe of Florida. The team is focused on building best in class sportsbook, online casino, and social gaming experiences across web and mobile. With a startup feel backed by a globally recognized name, Hard Rock Digital blends innovation, entertainment, and serious tech to power millions of player interactions.
Schedule
- Full time
- Remote within the United States
- Standard business hours
- Extended availability during regulatory examinations and key audit periods
- Up to 20 percent travel for regulatory meetings and industry conferences
Responsibilities
Regulatory Audit Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact with Gaming Control Boards and regulatory agencies for IT infrastructure compliance
- Coordinate and support regulatory examinations focused on backend IT operations, data centers, networks, and system administration practices
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive audit documentation for internal IT systems, security controls, and backup procedures
- Facilitate walkthroughs of IT infrastructure and respond to detailed technical and regulatory inquiries
- Track IT related regulatory findings and drive remediation efforts across IT teams with clear timelines
- Maintain an examination calendar and ensure continuous audit readiness, including unannounced inspections
Internal IT Compliance Framework
- Develop, implement, and maintain IT compliance policies covering data center operations, network security, system administration, and change control
- Build continuous monitoring programs for internal IT infrastructure and control effectiveness
- Create and maintain IT risk registers to document vulnerabilities, access control gaps, and operational risks
- Conduct regular compliance assessments and gap analyses across IT systems and operations
- Maintain compliance dashboards and metrics that reflect real time regulatory adherence and performance
Documentation and Evidence Management
- Own the documentation library for IT systems, processes, security controls, and compliance procedures
- Define and manage audit trail requirements for system access, configuration changes, and administrative activities
- Build standardized templates and processes to keep compliance documentation consistent across IT
- Ensure proper retention and archival of records based on gaming and regulatory standards
- Produce clear compliance reports for internal leadership and regulators
Cross Functional Collaboration
- Partner with IT Infrastructure, Applications, and Support teams on control design and implementation
- Work closely with Enterprise Security on security compliance and incident response requirements
- Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs and Legal on interpretation of IT related regulatory expectations
- Coordinate with Internal Audit on IT control testing and validation
- Engage with external consultants and advisors on complex compliance topics
Continuous Improvement and Training
- Monitor regulatory changes impacting IT operations and translate them into updated processes and controls
- Design and deliver IT compliance training for system administrators and technical staff
- Lead initiatives to strengthen controls, reduce regulatory risk, and improve audit outcomes
- Define and track IT compliance KPIs to drive accountability and performance
- Stay current on gaming industry IT compliance best practices and emerging frameworks
Requirements
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field
- 5 to 7 years of experience in IT compliance, IT audit, or IT risk management
- Strong understanding of gaming regulations as they apply to IT infrastructure and internal systems
- Experience coordinating examinations with Gaming Control Boards or similar regulatory agencies
- Proven success developing IT compliance frameworks and control testing programs
- Hands on experience with compliance documentation, evidence management, and regulatory reporting
Technical Skills
- Solid understanding of IT infrastructure including servers, networks, databases, cloud platforms, and security systems
- Knowledge of system administration practices, change management, and access control protocols
- Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response
- Experience with compliance monitoring tools, audit trail management, and evidence collection
- Strong grasp of data security, privacy regulations, and information governance
- Knowledge of IT service management and governance standards such as ITIL, COBIT, ISO 27001, and SOC 2
Preferred Certifications
- CISA, CRISC, CISM, SOC 2 auditor, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or ITIL certification
- Prior gaming industry compliance experience
Key Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially with regulators and senior leaders
- Strong analytical and problem solving mindset with high attention to detail
- Reliable project management skills with the ability to run multiple compliance initiatives at once
- Comfort working under pressure during examinations and tight deadlines
- Critical thinking skills with the ability to navigate complex regulatory scenarios and propose practical solutions
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Hybrid and remote work flexibility
- Flexible vacation allowance
- Startup culture backed by a globally recognized entertainment and gaming brand
Ready to own IT compliance for one of the most recognizable names in gaming and entertainment?
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