IT Risk Specialist

Location: Moncton, NB (Office or Hybrid)

Are you an IT professional looking for a new way to apply your skills and experience? Atlantic Lottery (AL) is on the lookout for a dynamic IT Risk Specialist (internally known as a Risk & Compliance Specialist) to join our Moncton, NB office. If you have a knack for IT and a curiosity for risk management, we can teach you the ropes!

Posting Closes: October 27, 2024

Salary Band: $71,652 - $113,748 - A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role is $75,000 - $90,000 at the time of this posting. (Individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, market conditions, relevant experience, education, training and internal equity).

What You'll Do:

Be Our Risk Guru: Provide top-notch risk advice and facilitate risk assessments for various technical projects and daily operations. Help the business understand and manage its risks effectively.

Shape Our Future: Implement and advance AL's risk) framework. Align identified risks with our strategic goals and manage our risk management system.

Spot the Risks: Identify and assess operational, strategic, IT, governance, regulatory, and external risks. Your keen eye will help us stay ahead of the game.

Report Like a Pro: Work with Senior Leadership and business leads to create a Quarterly Risk Report. Summarize key risks, mitigation efforts, and emerging threats for Senior Management and the Audit Committee.

What You Bring:

• Education: Bachelor's degree / Certificate in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years in IT, IT Security, project management or a related field.
• Certifications: IT or Risk certifications like CRM, CIA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent are a plus.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• IT Risk Savvy: Experience with IT infrastructure, security concepts/standards, and data management principles.

Professional Skills:

• Analytical Whiz: Superior analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Communicator Extraordinaire: Strong verbal and written communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• People Person: Excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable interacting with all levels within an organization.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team Player: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Go-Getter: Proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Organized: Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Influencer: Ability to influence others effectively.
• Adaptable: Ability to interpret and translate ambiguous situations into structured frameworks with clearly defined deliverables.
• Presenter: Skilled in developing and delivering recommendations and presentations.

Requirements:

• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• Must reside in Atlantic Canada.

Assets:

• Gaming industry experience.

AL Benefits:

• Extended health coverage that includes medical, dental, and vision.
• Basic life insurance and disability.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• Three weeks of vacation annually (pro-rated) and 13 paid statutory holidays. Plus, we have a vacation purchasing program.
• Flexible Workplace Arrangements
• Wellness Support: Wellness programs focused on physical and nutritional health (and more), 3 paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Two volunteer days per year.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Recruitment Process: The last couple of years has accelerated change across our workplace, including our hiring practices! As a result, throughout your application process, you may be asked to connect with us virtually, and may not be required to meet in-person. All interviews are conducted in English, our working language, unless otherwise stated.

Internal Employees: Internal Employees interested in this opportunity must be in "good standing," which includes meeting expectations on their last performance review. Performance improvement plans, disciplinary action, attendance, mandatory training, and other performance related items will also be taken into consideration when determining the applicant's "good standing" status.

Eligibility to Work in Canada: As applicable, candidates must have acquired all required work permits/visas and other authorizations and otherwise be eligible to work in Canada at the time any offer of employment is made by AL. It is the sole responsibility of the candidate to obtain all required work permits/visas and other authorizations.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to reference and criminal/educational background checks prior to employment.