Network Engineer II

Fusion HCR; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion HCR is seeking a Network Engineer II to ensure the availability, reliability, and efficient operation of network systems for a client in the gaming and hospitality sector in Las Vegas. The role covers monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance to maximize network performance and uptime.

The successful candidate will deploy and support WAN/LAN and wireless networks, configure routers and switches, and work within ITIL/ITSM processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in MIS or a similar technical program, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise networks and large data centers.
• Must obtain Nevada Gaming Control Board Registration and any required licenses.
• Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, and routing protocols.
• Experience with network security concepts and ITSM practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage network operations, respond to outages, and meet KPI targets.
• Deploy and maintain WAN, LAN, and wireless networks including routers and switches.
• Troubleshoot complex WAN/LAN issues and coordinate with ticketing systems.
• Document network configurations and produce performance reports.
• Collaborate with other IT teams and vendors for secure implementations.

Skills

Network design

Routing & Switching

LAN/WAN concepts

ITSM practices

Project management

Documentation

Communication skills

On-call readiness

Self-motivated

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in MIS or similar technical program

Tools

Cisco

HP

Aruba

Brocade

Checkpoint

Palo Alto

Bluecoat

Infoblox

SolarWinds

F5

Job description

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
• 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
• 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.