Eastern Cape Gambling Board seeks specialist for gambling systems oversight
The successful candidate will oversee technical compliance, cybersecurity assessments and audits involving gambling operators, manufacturers and testing laboratories.
Key takeaways:
- South Africa’s Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB) has opened applications for the post of Senior – Gaming Control, Regulatory Affairs and Systems, with an annual total cost-to-company package of R977,652 (US$59,017).
- Applications close on October 30, 2026; the process includes criminal and credit checks, followed by a probity investigation for the successful candidate, and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- The role covers technical assessments of gambling and betting devices, game and betting approvals, compliance audits of licensed operators, cybersecurity vulnerability assessments, and IT audits involving manufacturers, testing laboratories and licensees.
South Africa.- South Africa’s Eastern Cape Gambling Board (ECGB) has opened applications for a senior specialist role covering gambling systems oversight, regulatory compliance and cybersecurity. The position, titled Senior – Gaming Control, Regulatory Affairs and Systems, carries an annual total cost-to-company package of R977,652 (US$59,017)
The successful candidate will oversee technical assessments of gambling and betting devices, review applications for game and betting approvals, and conduct compliance audits of licensed operators. The role also covers digital gambling platforms, including checks on transaction integrity, responsible gambling messaging and data protection.
Other responsibilities include assessing cybersecurity vulnerabilities, reviewing information security systems and monitoring financial information and gambling equipment statistics submitted by industry operators. The specialist will also supervise information technology audits involving gambling manufacturers, testing laboratories and licensees.
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in information and communications technology, information systems and security, internal auditing, or accounting with an auditing specialisation. At least five years of experience in gambling, compliance or a regulatory environment is required, alongside advanced computer literacy and a Code 08 driving licence.
A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field and professional membership of ISACA are listed as advantages. Candidates must also demonstrate knowledge of relevant gambling legislation, information security standards and South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act.
The recruitment process includes criminal and credit checks, followed by a probity investigation for the successful candidate. Applications close on October 30, 2026. The board states that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
