Network Engineer II

Fusion HCR is Hiring! Position: Network Engineer II Location: Las Vegas, NV (Onsite) Type: Direct Hire Industry: Gaming & Hospitality Position Overview Fusion HCR is seeking a Network Engineer II to ensure the availability, reliability, integrity, and efficient operation of network systems supporting enterprise technology functions for a client in the gaming and hospitality industry. This role is achieved through monitoring, supporting, and optimizing the organization's network infrastructure, with support extending from testing and troubleshooting to regular maintenance. The Network Engineer II will apply proven analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, communicate, and resolve issues in order to maximize the availability and performance of IT network investments. Key Responsibilities Network Operations & Support Manage a queue of work requests to meet service levels and KPI objectives Deploy and maintain WAN, LAN, and wireless networks including routers, switches, and related hardware Troubleshoot, identify, and repair complex network issues for WAN, LAN, Internet connections, and end-user issues while working within internal ticketing/trouble reporting systems Respond to emergency network outages in accordance with business continuity and disaster recovery plans, assisting other departments as required Design & Implementation Interpret technical drawings and specifications and implement network configurations that meet documented requirements Review technical requirements, establish project milestones and tasks, and determine level of effort estimates for completion Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain current with networking industry developments Security & Compliance Establish and implement policies, procedures, and technologies to ensure security and integrity of the enterprise network environment Develop and perform network security audits, configuration backup procedures, and other recovery processes in accordance with disaster recovery and business continuity strategies Understand and abide by Incident, Problem, and Change management processes and procedures Documentation & Reporting Prepare and maintain documentation of network standards, configurations, procedures, and cabling layouts Monitor and test system performance and capacity; prepare and deliver network performance statistics and reports Perform all work to ensure interoperability and maintain compliance of enterprise network systems Collaboration & Vendor Management Collaborate with systems, storage, database, telephony, and other technical staff to ensure reliable integration of systems and software supporting business objectives Interact with vendors, peers, and contractors to ensure secure, reliable systems implementations and upgrades are performed within project parameters Required Qualifications Must be 21 years of age Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States Bachelor's degree in MIS or similar technical program, or acceptable industry and work experience Must be able to obtain and maintain Nevada Gaming Control Board Registration and any other certification or license required by law or policy 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise networks and/or large data center environments 3+ years of design and implementation experience with Layer 2/Layer 3 routing and switching on Cisco IOS or Data Center products Hands-on, demonstrable experience with one or more of the following technologies: Cisco, HP, Aruba, Brocade, Checkpoint, Palo Alto, Bluecoat, Infoblox, Solarwinds, F5 Experience working in a highly regulated environment (MICS, PCI, SOX) Training and experience with ITSM practices Thorough knowledge of LAN/WAN systems and complexities surrounding large-scale network deployments Minimum 2 years of experience in design and implementation of network design, with understanding of dynamic routing protocols Strong network fundamentals including the OSI model, TCP/IP, IPv4, and working knowledge of IPv6 Documented expertise with network configuration, security principles, and maintenance best practices Advanced competence with monitoring tools, techniques, alerting, and notification processes Competence with fault isolation, testing procedures, and network mapping/diagramming tools Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage projects Good written and oral communication skills; good interpersonal skills Strong customer service orientation Must be a self-starter who is reliable, punctual, and consistent with excellent organizational and documentation skills Must be able to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays On-call availability on a rotational basis required Preferred Qualifications Current, relevant industry certifications and continuing education Why Join? This is an opportunity to play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing enterprise network infrastructure for a premier gaming and hospitality organization, with strong potential to grow technical expertise across a large-scale, highly regulated network environment. Fusion HCR