Director of IT & Security

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We consistently top the charts as one of, if not the most used, Sports Betting websites in the countries we operate in.

With millions of weekly active users, we strive to be the best in the industry for our users.

About the Role:

We are seeking a visionary and pragmatic Director of IT & Security to lead our cybersecurity and IT strategy. This role requires a leader who not only understands the nuances of traditional information security but is also a passionate advocate for ethical hacking, innovative security approaches, and embedding security into the DNA of business operations.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will be responsible for shaping our security roadmap, fostering a culture of proactive risk management, and ensuring our systems, data, and operations are safeguarded—without compromising agility or business delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership
   • Define and execute the company’s overarching IT and cybersecurity strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals.
   • Serve as the go-to expert and advisor to senior leadership on technology risks and mitigation strategies.
   • Cultivate a security-first mindset across the organization, integrating security into early stages of business and product development.
2. Security & Ethical Hacking
   • Champion and implement ethical hacking practices such as penetration testing, red-teaming, and bug bounty programs.
   • Build relationships with the ethical hacking community and create internal safe hacking environments to continuously test and improve our systems.
   • Oversee threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and incident response frameworks.
   • Hands-on expertise in probing for security vulnerabilities in medium to large-scale organizations.
3. Technology Governance & Risk
   • Develop and maintain a unified and flexible control framework, working to integrate the requirements of global laws, standards, and regulations.
   • Lead risk assessment efforts and ensure a balance between protection and productivity.
   • Partner with Legal, HR, Product, and Engineering teams to align technology risk with business initiatives.
4. Innovation & Operational Excellence
   • Drive continuous improvement in IT infrastructure and cloud security through emerging technologies and automation.
   • Evaluate and adopt cutting-edge tools and methodologies for threat detection, response, and prevention.
   • Manage the IT & Security budget, vendors, and tooling with a value-driven approach.
5. People Leadership
   • Inspire and lead a high-performing team of IT and cybersecurity professionals.
   • Foster a culture of innovation, ethical responsibility, and continuous learning.
   • Establish mentorship and growth pathways to develop next-generation security talent.

What We\’re Looking For:

• Proven experience (10+ years) in IT and cybersecurity leadership roles, with a track record of embedding security into high-growth businesses.
• Deep understanding of ethical hacking principles and experience working with red teams or bug bounty programs.
• An exceptional ethical hacker capable of leading from the front.
• Strong grasp of cloud environments (specifically AWS, GCP, or Azure), DevSecOps, and security engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate while maintaining operational stability and compliance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience leading IT functions in scale-up businesses with measurable results.
• Critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Flexibility and ability to multitask in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment.

Benefits:

• Quarterly bonuses
• Flexible hours outside core hours of 10am-3pm
• Top-tier equipment
• Referral bonuses
• 28 days paid annual leave
• Annual company retreat
• Global, multicultural organization with talented colleagues
• Payment via DEEL, a world-class online wallet system
• Impactful role within a small, agile team
• Stable and secure employment with a successful, established global business

Our Mission:

To be an everyday entertainment platform for everyone.

Our Operating Principles:

• Create Value for Users
• Act in the Long-Term Interests of Sporty
• Focus on Product Improvements & Innovation
• Be Responsible
• Preserve Integrity & Honesty
• Respect Confidentiality & Privacy
• Ensure Stability, Security & Scalability
• Work Hard with Passion & Pride

Interview Process:

1. Video screening with Talent Acquisition
2. Technical screening call (30 mins)
3. Technical home assignment
4. Technical interview (60 mins)
5. Final call with CTO (30 mins)
6. Feedback within 24-72 hours

Post-Interview Process:

• Feedback call upon successful interview
• Offer and contract
• ID check via Zinc & 2 references

Working at Sporty:

We trust you to do your job with a results-focused approach, offering flexibility in hours and emphasizing support, growth, and achieving results in a structured, secure environment that combines startup agility with corporate stability.

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