Lead Cyber Security Engineer
About The Position
The Cyber Security Lead Engineer is a hands-on individual contributor responsible for evaluating, implementing, optimizing, and maturing the cybersecurity tools and technologies used by MGM Resorts International under the direction of the Cyber Security Architecture team. The role serves as a senior technical escalation point for operational incidents within the cybersecurity tool ecosystem and partners cross-functionally to improve the performance, scalability, resilience, and effectiveness of enterprise security solutions while supporting evolving business and security objectives.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of relevant IT experience.
- Strong knowledge of hardware, software, networking, and enterprise systems support.
- Experience building, deploying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing cybersecurity tools, platforms, and enterprise security solutions.
- Ability to develop and maintain internal tools, perform large-scale attack data analysis to identify root causes, and manage issues related to security enablements and controls.
- Experience supporting operational and organizational improvements and establishing and maintaining KPIs for evolving cybersecurity initiatives.
- Strong understanding of ITIL processes, system troubleshooting, and complex problem resolution in enterprise environments.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business teams.
Nice To Haves
- Application and network support experience.
Responsibilities
- Build, implement, and deploy cybersecurity technology solutions in alignment with approved architecture standards and enterprise security strategies.
- Partner with PMO and IT teams to integrate cybersecurity requirements and reference architecture standards throughout the full project lifecycle.
- Drive continuous improvement and development of cybersecurity tools and initiatives to meet evolving business and technology needs.
- Ensure cybersecurity solutions are documented, operationally supportable, and scalable for long-term enterprise use.
- Participate in cybersecurity and PMO-related meetings and contribute to short- and long-term planning, prioritization, and scheduling of work efforts.
- Evaluate emerging cybersecurity technologies, tools, and enhancements to existing platforms under the guidance of the Cyber Security Architecture team.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support the effectiveness, resilience, and operational maturity of enterprise cybersecurity capabilities.
- Serve as a senior technical escalation point for operational incidents within the cybersecurity tool ecosystem.
Benefits
- Programs supporting mental and physical wellness.
- Discounts on hotel stays, dining, retail, entertainment, and partner offers for travel and technology.
- Free meals in the employee dining room.
- Free parking.
- Healthcare, financial support, and time-off options.
- Career development programs, networking events, and community volunteer opportunities.
- Eligibility to participate in medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, 401(k) plans, and time-off plans; offerings vary by eligibility factors.
- Eligibility to participate in the Company’s incentive plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
