SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Purpose and function of job.  

The Network Engineer, Lead is responsible for will troubleshoot and maintain the organization’s network systems. Considered an emerging authority, who applies extensive technical expertise. Develops technical solutions to complex problems. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

·        Designs, specifies, configures, installs, and maintains local area network hardware, software, and telecommunications services.

·       Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot, Cisco network infrastructure in an aggressive, latency-sensitive environment.

·        Provides specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture. 

·        Conducts cost/benefit analysis and provides specific detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements

·        Conducts testing of network design.

·        Responsible for monitoring network hardware operations to ensure properly set configuration options and full compliance with cybersecurity policies

·        Plans implementation of enhancements and upgrades to the network.

·        Advises network users of hardware requirements, configurations, and limitations. 

·        Maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc. 

·        Evaluates and reports on new communications technologies to enhance capabilities of the network. 

·        Maintains network systems, installing new hardware and modifying existing hardware, and related network software and applications.

·        Develops and implements policies and procedures related to network hardware and software acquisition, use, support, and backup.

·        Develops and implements disaster recovery procedures.

·        Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

·        Must be 21 years or older.

·        Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience required with 8-10 years’ experience, or a Master's degree with 6 - 8 yrs. of experience.

·        Hands-on experience with configuration, setup, and troubleshooting of data switches, routers, cabling and system servers.   

·        Casino, Hospitality and Financial application programming experience preferred. 

·        Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

·        Basic understanding of existing network programs and capabilities

CORE COMPETENCIES:

·       Current Certification in at least one CCNP (Cisco Certified network Professional), CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert), and/or CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

·       Comprehensive understanding of network services and networks such as TCP/IP, OSPF and EIGRP

·       In-depth understanding and practical knowledge of networking systems such as LAN, firewalls, routers

·       Must demonstrate good communication skills and have the ability to interact with team members and clients, often with short notices and under deadline pressure

·       Must be able to obtain and maintain a gaming license.

·       Working knowledge of security concepts and strategies, including network, internet and platform security

·       Experience with disaster recovery planning and implementation, managing Cyber Security Platforms, spam reduction and patch management tools, back-up storage solutions, monitoring tools to identify potential failures, and support forensic investigation is required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected as business demands require.

WORK HOURS:

This is a full-time position supporting a 24X7X365 business.  Basic days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evening, graveyard, weekend, and holiday hours    required, based on business need.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to secure and maintain a LEVEL 1 NE Gaming License required. 

Other Certifications?A+, Network+, and/or similar certifications highly preferred. Encouraged to further pursue education in IT related subjects.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, or physical disability. However, preference may be extended to persons of Native American descentin accordance with applicable laws.