Senior Network Engineer (Las Vegas)

We are seeking a Sr. Network Engineer to join our Network Services team in Las Vegas. In this role, you will be responsible for researching and implementing advanced technology solutions to enhance our network infrastructure.

What You Will Do :

• Research and identify solutions that enhance and progress technology for the organization
• Provide direction with budgetary decisions for peer team members, as well as senior IT leadership
• Accelerate time to resolution where escalation has been initiated for support incidents and problems
• Lead role in preparing analysis, and after-action review for postmortem incidents, or deployment of infrastructure systems
• Design preventative maintenance strategies for infrastructure systems
• Anticipate and mitigate potential attacks to infrastructure systems, to support system security
• Mentor and advise junior IT team members with product, and enterprise systems installations, and upgrades
• Create policy for system security, standardization, and controls throughout the organization
• Analyze and assess problems with network and security infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN;

develop a solution utilizing a network of vendors, local staff, and contractors

• Configure and administer networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes
• Analyze and assess problems with network and security infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN;

develop a solution utilizing a network of vendors, local staff, and contractors

• Design and recommend changes to improve network systems, network configurations, and network hardware or software requirements
• Ensure all environment configurations and solutions comply with all local gaming jurisdiction IT compliance requirements, drive root cause analysis on all critical network issues and document findings
• Monitor network performance and address problem areas as needed
• Provide second level tier support and act as liaison on network problems / activities between the user and vendor service personnel
• Ensure network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances
• Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
• Model compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity
• Maintain knowledge of networking related topics, including emerging technologies, industry best practices, and regulatory / compliance related concerns

What You Will Need :

• 5-7 years of experience as a hands-on engineer, building networks (firewalls, configurations,
• Ability to lead network projects end-to-end, working with cross-organizational teams to deliver projects on time
• Cisco CCNP or CCIE certification highly preferred
• Experience and fundamental knowledge in core network concepts TCP / UDP, Layer 2 protocols such as STP, VTP, VLANs, DHCP, Layer 3 protocols like EIGRP, OSPF, QoS, BGP, multicast and security protocols SSL, VPN and IPsec / NA, and Checkpoint required
• Experience with WAN Tech, Dedicated Circuit, Layer2 / Layer3 MPLS, WAN Optimization, SD-WAN
• Experience with implementation, configuration, and troubleshooting of next generation firewalls
• Wireless Technology, Enterprise 802.11 wireless
• Implementation and management of IP and digital based phone systems
• Strong ability to identify, determine and document customer requirements
• Solid written and verbal communication, quick learning abilities and a team player
• Ability to work on a 24x7 on-call, weekday, and weekend schedule

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

The company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As a part of Caesars Sportsbook & Casino’s employment process, finalist candidates will be required to complete background check upon offer acceptance.

Many positions require timely gaming registration or licensing with the regulatory authority in one or multiple states to fulfil essential job responsibilities.