Senior Network Administrator

Kalispel Tribe Careers•Airway Heights, WA

About The Position

The Senior Network Administrator is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of the enterprise network infrastructure supporting gaming, hospitality, and business operations. This role maintains and optimizes network systems across on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring consistent system availability, secure connectivity, and uninterrupted business operations. The position serves as a technical resource, operating independently while contributing to architecture decisions, system design improvements, and technical standards. The role also supports regulatory compliance, operational continuity, and technical capability within the IT team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Networking, or related field or equivalent relevant experience required.
Relevant combination of experience and education may be considered in lieu of degree (two years of relevant experience for each year of education).
Five (5) years of experience in network administration or engineering within an enterprise environment.
Experience must include: Network design and implementation (routing, switching, wireless) Network security and access control management Cloud and hybrid network environments (e.g., Azure) Troubleshooting complex infrastructure
Advanced knowledge of network architecture, security frameworks, and enterprise infrastructure design
Ability to analyze system performance and implement solutions that improve reliability and efficiency
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to data security and privacy
Ability to exercise independent judgment in diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues
Strong documentation and technical communication skills
Ability to translate technical concepts into business-impact terms for stakeholders
Effective collaboration across technical and non-technical teams
Ability to obtain and maintain WSGC Gaming License.
Cisco (CCNA/CCNP) or Juniper (JNCIA/JNCIS) or equivalent certification required
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays when required by business needs
Ability to participate in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours incidents as needed
Ability to maintain consistent, regular attendance
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet enterprise insurability requirements.

Nice To Haves

Palo Alto certification (PCNSA/PCNSE) preferred
Microsoft Azure or M365 certifications strongly encouraged

Responsibilities

Maintain and optimize enterprise network infrastructure to ensure high availability, reliability, and performance across all environments.
Monitor network systems and proactively identify and resolve performance issues to minimize service disruption and support business continuity.
Contribute to network design improvements and capacity planning to support operational growth and evolving business needs.
Implement and maintain LAN, WAN, WLAN, and cloud-based networking solutions that enable secure and seamless connectivity across the enterprise.
Support and extend hybrid cloud environments (e.g., Azure) to ensure reliable integration between on-premises systems, SaaS platforms, and cloud services.
Contribute to the evaluation and implementation of new technologies that improve system efficiency, scalability, and resilience.
Administer network security controls, including firewalls, segmentation, and access controls, to protect enterprise systems and sensitive data.
Ensure secure network configurations and practices are maintained in alignment with established IT security governance.
Identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions to reduce risk exposure and strengthen overall network security posture.
Execute, maintain, and test disaster recovery processes for network infrastructure to ensure system resilience and rapid recovery from disruptions.
Support ongoing improvements to recovery processes through testing outcomes and operational feedback.
Maintain system backups and ensure network components support overall business continuity objectives.
Serve as the escalation point for complex network-related issues, ensuring timely resolution of incidents impacting operations.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior IT staff, strengthening team capability and knowledge sharing.
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to support projects, resolve issues, and maintain system performance.
Maintain network systems in compliance with PCI DSS, HIPAA-related requirements, Tribal gaming regulations, and internal policies.
Support audits and regulatory reviews by maintaining accurate configurations and providing required documentation and evidence.
Develop, maintain, and standardize network documentation to ensure operational consistency, knowledge transfer, and audit readiness.
Ensure all network operations align with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians–State of Washington Gaming Compact, NIGC regulations, and internal policies and procedures.