United States onlyScientific Games:
Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.
Position Summary
Network Systems Administrator: Defines, designs and implements network communications and solution improvements. Proposes and implements system enhancements (software and hardware updates) that will improve the performance and reliability of the system. Manages the load configuration of a central data communication processor and makes recommendations for purchase or upgrade of data networks. Coordinates terminal orders and cable installation, network system planning, upgrading, monitoring, testing and servicing. Approves action requests and specifies purchase requirement. Negotiates and places orders with common carriers. Note: May be internal or external, client-focused, working in conjunction with Professional Services and outsourcing functions. May include company-wide, web-enabled solutions.
Job Duties/Key Accountabilities
Assist the Senior Manager with support network related hardware and software as required.
Administer network equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.
Perform network system backups per documented methods and procedures.
Automate network monitoring to provide a proactive approach to mitigate network issues.
Manage and monitor all installed network systems and infrastructure to maintain the highest possible operable readiness.
Document standard operating procedures, diagrams, and training materials.
Interact with internal and external customers using excellent written and oral communications skills.
Provide 24/7 on call support on a rotational basis.
5% travel across the US as well as occasional international travel
Qualifications
Qualifications/Skills Required
Bachelor’s degree in computer science and/or 2 to 4 years of experience in network engineering or related field.
Basic knowledge of networking protocols including but not limited to IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, IMAP, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, ARP, BGP, FTP, SFTP, HTTP, HTTPS, IP, OSPF, SMTP, PPP and SSH.
Basic knowledge of spanning-tree, VTP, VPC/Port Channels and Citrix load balancing.
Basic knowledge of WAN protocols and circuits to include MPLS (Multi-VRF), Satellite, Cellular, Ethernet, DSL, FiOS
Basic knowledge implementing, supporting, and troubleshooting VPN Technologies such as IPsec, DMVPN, and site to site VPN solutions.
Basic experience with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Nagios, PRTG or Managed Engine Operations Manager.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills are required and must include exceptional written and oral communications skills.
Panorama and Palo Alto Firewall
Basic Understanding of Cloud Platforms, eq. AWS
Advance Knowledge of troubleshooting and supporting various VPN issues.
Qualifications/Skills Desired
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)
Intermediate knowledge of programming languages such as Python.
Ability to analyze and troubleshooting packet captures using Wireshark.
Maintain Documentation using Visio, Draio.io, eq.
Knowledge of trouble ticketing systems and methodologies.
Job Conditions
Must be able to distinguish between various colors.
Must be able to view computer monitors for extend periods of time.
Must possess the ability to distinguish between objects close in, from a distance, and depth perception.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to pass a stringent background check.
Passport or ability to obtain a passport is required for international travel to support implementations or product support for operational locations.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment.
Work Conditions
Scientific Games Corporation and its affiliates (collectively, “SG”) are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses. As a result, certain SG employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure SG complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, SG requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with SG (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SG conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.
SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.
