Gaming Information Systems Manager

Redding Rancheria; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Redding Rancheria seeks a Gaming Information Systems Manager to lead the Surveillance and Gaming Agency IT infrastructure, security, and programs. This role oversees cybersecurity, access management, system performance, and regulatory compliance to ensure reliability and integrity of critical gaming systems.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in IT/CS or related field, 5+ years in IT admin or security, CJIS experience, and strong communication skills. On-site work with standard business hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in IT/CS/Cybersecurity or related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and experience will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years in IT administration, network management, cybersecurity, or systems administration.
• Experience with CJIS compliant environments, managing firewalls, servers, backups, and cybersecurity.
• Hands-on experience with computer networks and network installation.
• 2+ years in supervisory or management role preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, AD, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Outlook, server administration, identity and access management, MFA, endpoint security.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Must understand system development lifecycle and project management.
• Microsoft 365 Administrator or equivalent certification within 12 months of hire.
• CJIS Security Awareness training required on hire and ongoing.
• Industry certifications (CompTIA Security+/Network+, Cisco, VMware, CISSP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT and computer systems for Surveillance and Gaming Agency.
• Ensure data, network access and backup security.
• Identify deficiencies and risks; implement strategic solutions and improvements.
• Conduct routine system monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and security reviews.
• Oversee installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of hardware/software/databases/surveillance systems.
• Identify training needs and support skill advancement.
• Administer end-user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
• Manage security solutions including firewalls and intrusion detection.
• Design networks and plan capacity; configure and install.
• Coordinate vendor support, contracts, procurements, and inventory.
• Develop and maintain IT SOPs, disaster recovery, and incident response plans.
• Oversee technology projects and data migrations.
• Manage Outlook/email environment and security configurations.
• Monitor email security, spam filtering, phishing protection.
• Create or query reports; support budgeting.
• Respond to outages and cybersecurity incidents.
• Provide supervision and training for Gaming Information Systems staff.
• Ensure compliance with Tribal and Federal regulations and policies.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Network administration

Active Directory

MS 365 / Exchange

Policy & compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT / CS / Cybersecurity

Tools

Windows Server

Firewall management

Backup systems

CJIS compliance tools

Job description

***This position is open through Friday, August 7, 2026***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Gaming Information Systems Manager. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

The listed wage reflects the entry-level rate for this position. Compensation may be adjusted based on experience, education, and qualifications

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the administration, security, maintenance, and support of the Surveillance and Gaming Agency's information technology infrastructure, network environment, surveillance systems, and related technology resources. Oversee cybersecurity, user access management, system performance, technology projects, and regulatory compliance while ensuring the reliability, integrity, and availability of critical Gaming Agency systems.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Network Administration or a closely related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education, industry certifications, and relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of (5) years of progressively responsible experience of information technology administration, network management, cybersecurity, or systems administration.
• Experience with CJIS compliant environments, managing firewalls, servers, backups, and cybersecurity.
• Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures.
• Minimum of (2) years in supervisory, lead, or management role preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Outlook, Office applications, server administration, user account management, group policies, email administration, identity and access management, multi-factor authentication, and endpoint security.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
• Must have a complete and well-rounded knowledge of information systems, network infrastructure, project management, competency in the development environment, as well as knowledge and application of the system development lifecycle.
• Strong conceptual and analytical orientation; intellectual curiosity and unstructured problem-solving skills.
• Microsoft 365 Administrator or equivalent Microsoft certification required within (12) months of hire.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet agreed-upon deadlines.
• Must obtain CJIS Security Awareness Training upon hire and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, Cisco, VMware, CISSP, or equivalent certifications are preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Manage information technology and computer systems for the Surveillance and Gaming Agency
• Ensure security of data, network access and backup systems
• Identify technology deficiencies, operational risks, and opportunities for improvement; implement strategic solutions and system enhancements.
• Conducts routine system monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and security reviews to identify and mitigate risks.
• Oversees installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of hardware, software, databases, Gaming/Surveillance Systems.
• Identifying opportunities for team training and skills advancement
• Administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
• Manage security solutions, including firewalls, anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems.
• Perform network design, capacity planning, configuration and installation.
• Coordinates vendor support, service contracts, and technology procurements, component inventory, technical documentation, and system specifications.
• Develops, implements, and maintains IT SOP’S, disaster recovery plans, incident response plans, and system security protocols.
• Oversee and coordinate technology projects, including system upgrades, data migrations, implementations, and planned outages.
• Administers and manages the Gaming Agency’s Microsoft Outlook and email environment, including user accounts, permissions, distribution groups, mailbox management, retention settings, and security configurations.
• Monitors and maintains email system security, spam filtering, phishing protection
• Create, or query reports in response to business needs.
• Assist in the planning, development and implementation of the budget
• Responds to system outages, emergencies, cybersecurity incidents, and operational disruptions as necessary.
• Provide supervision, direction, work assignments, training, and performance management for Gaming Information Systems Agents.
• Provide technical guidance, support, and training to Gaming Agency personnel.
• Maintains compliance with applicable Tribal Gaming Ordinance, Regulations, Tribal-State Compact, NIGC MICS, TICS, CJIS Security policy, and all applicable Federal, Tribal and State Regulations.
• Other duties assigned by the Executive Gaming Director or Redding Rancheria Gaming Commission

All certifications, credentials/licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background screening clearance. All employees are required to submit to a Tuberculosis test (TB) test after they are hired in addition to being tested annually.

Additional Information:

In addition, Redding Rancheria offers an excellent benefit package containing Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short/Long Term disability, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave as well as a generous 401(k) retirement plan.

Redding Rancheria is a federally recognized Tribe with Pit River, Wintu and Yana people where pride in Tribal culture, history and identity is evident internally and in the larger community. Redding Rancheria is a leader in the constructive development of its people, the larger Indian community and the Redding region.

E-Verify Statement

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For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at [phone].