Title: Technical Compliance Officer
State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist II
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience up to $115,000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Virginia Racing Commission
Location: Virginia Racing Commission
Agency Website: www.vrc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E
Job Duties
About the VRC
The Virginia Racing Commission safeguards the integrity and transparency of horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering throughout the Commonwealth. As new technologies from Historical Horse Racing (HHR) terminals to advanced-deposit wagering (ADW) platforms reshape the industry, we’re growing a small but nimble team that can translate regulatory requirements into practical, day-to-day technical controls. You will be our hands-on technical-compliance specialist - the bridge between auditors, VITA, external vendors, and VRC program staff. Think of it as a blend of IT governance analyst, security coordinator, and savvy project liaison. No coding or server-rack work (although that is always a plus); your value is in knowing what must be done, verifying that it gets done, and collecting the evidence auditors need to see. The pari-mutuel and racing industry is a specialized industry and contains nuances that require a blend of technical as well as hands-on experience.
Key Responsibilities
• Technical Compliance & Advisory Support (25 %) – Maintain approved wagering-system standards (HHR, tote, ADW), schedule third-party assessments, and package evidence so external audits run smoothly. Advise other teams within the agency using technical experience related to the technical specifications of the industry.
• Information-Security Assistance (25 %) – Track SEC-530 controls, review access/patch reports from VITA, log incidents, and run an annual COOP/DRP tabletop.
• AITR Backup & Tech-Procurement Coordination (20 %) – Serve as secondary Agency IT Representative and primary ISO in conjunction with VITA consultants; draft the technical sections of RFPs/IFBs, organize vendor demos, and keep deliverables on schedule.
• Application Evaluation & User Liaison (15 %) – Gather requirements, coordinate UAT, manage go-live checklists, and coach staff on new features—no hands-on coding required.
• Web & Content Coordination (10 %) – Oversee routine updates to the VRC website/public dashboards; verify content accuracy and track SSL/patch compliance.
• Training & SOPs (5 %) – Write plain-language SOPs and deliver annual cyber-awareness / wagering-standards briefings.
This position is open to state employees only.
Minimum Qualifications
Strong writing skills and oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to translate tech jargon into plain English for non-technical audiences.
Working knowledge of NIST/SEC-530 style security controls, risk registers, ticketing systems, and vendor SLAs.
Additional Considerations
Lean Six Sigma, CAPM/PMP, or comparable process-improvement or project management certification.
Familiarity with pari-mutuel wagering, casino/HHR systems, or other highly regulated gaming environments.
Experience drafting RFP/IFB technical requirements and scoring vendor demos.
Basic web-content or CMS administration experience (WordPress, Drupal, etc.).
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (804) 371-7401. Please include your name and the position number of the fax cover sheet. AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Contact Information
Name: Debbie Wyatt-Smith
Phone: 804-292-6414
Email: Debbie.WyattSmith@dhrm.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.