Network Engineer

Caesars Entertainment•Las Vegas, NV

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Caesars Entertainment is expanding its Technology team based in Las Vegas to help the organization scale out into new markets. As our Network Engineer, you will report to the Director of Network Services and will be responsible for providing technical maintenance, design, security, and recovery support to the local or wide area networks. Installs, implements, and supports network equipment and software.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required, in Computer Science or equivalent preferred
1+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering required
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 Fortinet required
Experience with WAN Tech, Dedicated Circuit, Layer2 / Layer3 MPLS, WAN Optimization, SD-WAN
Experience with implementation of next generation firewalls
Experience with Wireless Technology, Enterprise 802.11 wireless
Experience with 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

Responsibilities

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
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