Network Engineer – Onsite | Las Vegas, NV
Location: Las Vegas, NV (100% Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-time, Direct Hire
Company Overview:
Fusion HCR is hiring on behalf of a premier casino and hospitality company based in Las Vegas. Known for delivering exceptional entertainment experiences, our client is expanding their IT team and is seeking a skilled Network Engineer with strong Palo Alto expertise to enhance and support critical infrastructure.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a hands-on Network Engineer with deep experience in Palo Alto firewalls, SD-WAN, routing, IP Security, and VPN tunneling. This position will focus on securing and optimizing the company’s enterprise network infrastructure. While additional experience with cloud platforms, switches, and other firewalls is a plus, it is not required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewalls in a complex enterprise environment
- Design and maintain VPN tunnels, IPSec configurations, and routing protocols to ensure secure and efficient connectivity
- Support and optimize SD-WAN solutions for distributed locations
- Implement and maintain robust network security best practices
- Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to ensure seamless operations and compliance
- Provide Tier 3 support for network-related issues and outages
- Maintain documentation related to network architecture, configurations, and standards
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in network engineering with a strong focus on Palo Alto firewalls
- Proficiency in SD-WAN, routing protocols, IPSec, and VPN tunneling
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to respond to issues quickly in a high-demand environment
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Preferred / Nice to Have:
- Experience with FortiGate or other firewall systems
- Exposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure)
- Familiarity with Arista, Cisco, or Aruba switches
- Relevant certifications such as PCNSE, CCNA, AWS Networking, or Azure Networking Associate