Sr Firewall Engineer at MGM Resorts International

Nevada, Missouri, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Hospitality, Entertainment, Gaming, CasinoIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of experience in network security, focused on firewall management and delivering enterprise-scale technical solutions with operational support
Demonstrated ability to design and implement secure network architectures aligned with business and technical requirements
Proficient in translating complex requirements into actionable solutions and articulating the business value of network security designs
Skilled in quantitative analysis, problem-solving, and leveraging data to drive technical decision-making and continuous improvement
Experienced with network automation tools, scripting, and the integration of modern solutions such as Zscaler with traditional firewall technologies
Hands-on experience with Palo Alto, Cisco, and Netscaler (or equivalent load balancer platforms), including tools such as Cisco Catalyst Center and Identity Services Engine (ISE)
Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to lead initiatives and support firm-wide innovation
Certifications such as Cisco Security Specialist, Palo Alto Networks, and CompTIA Security+ are preferred; recently expired certifications will be considered

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of scalable, resilient, and secure firewall solutions across a large, distributed enterprise network, aligning with organizational security requirements and industry best practices
Utilize SNMP, network security policy tools, and observability platforms to monitor network health, ensure capacity planning, and drive proactive issue identification and resolution
Lead complex incident response and root cause analysis for application-layer network security issues, driving continuous improvement and enhancing vendor governance to ensure quality and cost-effective outcomes
Ensure firewall configurations and policies meet regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI, Gaming Control Boards) and adhere to evolving industry standards through regular audits and policy reviews
Drive preventative maintenance and respond to operational issues to maintain optimal network performance, availability, and security posture
Maintain comprehensive security documentation and lead regular governance reviews to validate and evolve network security strategies, policies, and configurations
Collaborate with business and technical teams to ensure network security initiatives support broader business goals, while leading continuous improvement efforts focused on cost, scalability, supportability, and performance

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Firewall EngineeringNetwork SecuritySNMPFirewall PoliciesIncident ResponseRoot Cause AnalysisPCI ComplianceGaming RegulationsCapacity PlanningObservability PlatformsVendor Governance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Senior Firewall Engineer position?

The position is based in the US, Nevada.

What education and experience are required for this role?

A Bachelor's degree is required along with 5+ years of experience in network security, focused on firewall management and delivering enterprise-scale technical solutions with operational support.

What key skills does the ideal candidate have?

The ideal candidate has demonstrated ability to design and implement secure network architectures, proficiency in translating complex requirements into actionable solutions, and skills in quantitative analysis, problem-solving, and leveraging data.

What is the company culture like at MGM Resorts International?

MGM Resorts International offers an exciting, diverse, and entertaining work environment where team players create unique experiences in the hospitality industry.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Firewall Engineer role?

A strong candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in network security with firewall focus, experience designing secure architectures, and skills in problem-solving and translating requirements into solutions.