Senior Manager Security GRC

The Team

OpenBet is a global leader in betting and gaming entertainment, trusted by over 200 partners to create memorable winning moments for millions of players worldwide. From processing bets during iconic events like the FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl to pioneering next-gen products like Bet Builder, we continuously redefine the player experience with high-quality content, cutting-edge technology, and advanced player protection tools.

For over 25 years, our unbeatable platform has powered the most recognizable betting brands, ensuring peak performance with 100% uptime, unmatched scale, and speed. With 85 licenses, 20 World Lottery Association operators on our customer roster, and a team of 1,200+ experts across 14 countries, we remain at the heart of the industry. Join OpenBet to take your career to the next level and be part of a global innovative team shaping the future of betting entertainment for millions worldwide.

The Goal

OpenBet is seeking a GRC Senior Security Manager to strengthen its growing Cyber Security team. This position requires a seasoned security professional with a proven track record in GRC leadership and team management. Reporting directly to the Global Cyber Security Director, you will be managing OpenBet’s GRC team, driving governance, risk, and compliance, and ensuring the organization’s cyber resilience. The Cyber Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Senior Security Manager is a senior leadership role within the Cyber Security job family, suited for someone with strong experience shaping security governance and operational strategy. You will lead the performance of the GRC function, ensuring alignment with organizational security strategy, regulatory obligations, and operational excellence, while acting as a strategic partner across business and technology domains.

What you’ll be doing:

• The employee holding this position is expected to report to the Global Cyber Security Director and collaborate closely with other technical and non-technical teams to successfully deliver projects from a cybersecurity GRC perspective.
• You will lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity GRC professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, delivering team/personal KPIs, and ensuring engineering best practices—including secure development, incident management, CI principles, and fast feedback loops—are embedded across teams.
• You will lead the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of ISO-based management systems (including ISO 27001, 27017, and 27108), managing the end-to-end lifecycle of internal and external ISO audits.
• You will oversee SOC 1 and SOC 2 Type I/II reporting requirements, ensuring controls are documented consistently, and lead preparation activities for WLA (World Lottery Association) Security Control Standards audits. All outputs from these assessments will feed into continuous improvement cycles, risk registers, and compliance reporting dashboards.
• You will actively participate in a 'Follow-the-Sun' operational model, occasionally shifting working hours to align with international clients, cross-border stakeholders, and regional regulatory timelines. You will manage cross-functional coordination with auditors and control owners, and support customer-facing discussions around OpenBet's security posture, certifications, and risk assurance.
• Furthermore, you will drive the Cyber Security Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) and Vendor Security Assurance program end-to-end. This involves evaluating suppliers and cloud providers using risk-based methodologies, ensuring ongoing security assessments, and collaborating with Legal, Procurement, and Finance to incorporate security requirements into contractual agreements, as well as managing vendor offboarding and exit plans.

The Player

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field is required, while a Master’s degree is preferred.
• You should bring a minimum of 8-10 years in cybersecurity, with at least 3-4 years in a leadership role.
• Preferred Security Certifications include CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, or being an ISO 27001/27017/27018 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor.
• The ideal candidate possesses strong project management skills with excellent stakeholder communication and the ability to operate in a global, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• You must demonstrate advanced analytical and decision-making capabilities under pressure, alongside a deep understanding of security governance, audit, risk, and compliance models. Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and regulations applicable to the sports betting industry (e.g., GLI-33, WLA, ISO 27001, SOC Type 2) is highly valued, supporting cyber resilience in high-performing, high-availability environments with a customer-focused mindset.
• Proficient knowledge of English (written and spoken) is required. Knowledge of the sports betting market and processes is considered a plus.

What’s the Score?

Why OpenBet?

• The Playground: Join a team of innovators, disruptors, and game-changers who are reshaping the future of betting and gaming.
• The Mission: Be part of a mission-driven organization that's committed to revolutionizing the way the world plays.
• The Impact: Make a real impact on the world stage, leaving a lasting legacy that transcends boundaries and inspires generations to come.
• The Culture: Immerse yourself in a culture of creativity, collaboration, and curiosity, where every idea is welcomed, every voice is heard, and every dream is encouraged.
• The Future: Join us on the journey to build the future of betting and gaming, one game-changing innovation at a time.

What we can offer YOU:

• Attractive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace
• The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis as you and our business continues to develop & grow
• Tangible and genuine development - at OpenBet, you can take your career where you want it to go!
• And if that’s not enough; enjoy flexible working whilst we provide you with the guidance and development skills you need to progress and enhance your career We have a collaborative office environment with our team members in office, this role requires 3 days per week on-site.

At OpenBet, we celebrate diversity and believe in creating an inclusive environment where every voice is valued and respected. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity, embracing individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities. Join us in shaping the future of iGaming, where diversity isn't just celebrated—it's celebrated.