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Executive Director Network & Telecom

Executive Director Network & Telecom

MGM Resorts International

Las Vegas, NV • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

MGM Resorts rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 47 rated entertainment

Job description

Las Vegas, Nevada
The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB:
The Executive Director of Network Infrastructure & Telecommunications is responsible for directing and managing the engineering staff and facilities supporting MGM Resorts' enterprise network and telecommunications environment. This role reports to the VP of Infrastructure and will lead the implementation and enhancement of consistent engineering practices to ensure stable delivery of network and telecom services aligned with company initiatives and expectations. The Executive Director will support operations including technical services, property maintenance, service delivery, and network operations while directing project planning, capital budgeting, and business plan development. The candidate will have a high degree of cross-functional communication and participation in network and telecom deployment, and support is essential to this role.
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
  • Lead the design and evolution of MGM's network and telecommunications architecture, developing and approving innovative solutions that align with business strategies
  • Drive initiatives to optimize network and telecom performance and standardize architecture across existing environments, incorporating new technologies to support services as required
  • Ensure the security of network and telecommunications infrastructure by implementing and maintaining robust safeguard processes for operational efficiency
  • Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs
  • Oversee enterprise telecommunications platforms including VoIP/UC systems, PBX, contact center infrastructure, carrier services, and DAS/cellular
  • Manage carrier and telecom vendor relationships, including contract negotiation, SLA enforcement, and cost optimization across MGM's property portfolio
  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact on the organization and recommending relevant upgrades or enhancements
  • Provide thought leadership to operationalize next-generation network and telecom technologies across all environments, offering technical guidance on emerging trends and integrating cutting-edge solutions into products and services
  • Spearhead process improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for automation and streamlining deployment processes across network and telecom operations
  • Mentor and coach technical talent within the organization, fostering the development of deep technical expertise at all levels
  • Effectively manage third-party relationships to drive high performance

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
  • The ideal candidate is a Strategic Infrastructure Leader who blends 10+ years of technical mastery in network architecture with high-impact executive presence.
  • They are a "T-shaped" professional-possessing deep expertise in complex VoIP/UC, DAS, and carrier ecosystems while maintaining a broad, sophisticated understanding of cloud networking and cybersecurity integration.
  • Beyond their technical strengthens, they are an empathetic people-first leader with a proven track record of steering large teams through digital transformations, translating complex telecom roadmaps into scalable business results.

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
  • Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
  • Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
  • Free meals in our employee dining room
  • Free parking
  • Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

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https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=12880
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MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is an S&P 500® global gaming and entertainment company with national and international locations featuring best-in-class hotels and casinos, state-of-the-art meetings and conference spaces, incredible live and theatrical entertainment experiences, and an extensive array of restaurant, nightlife and retail offerings. MGM Resorts creates immersive, iconic experiences through its suite of Las Vegas-inspired brands. The MGM Resorts portfolio encompasses 31 unique hotel and gaming destinations globally, including some of the most recognizable resort brands in the industry. The Company's 50/50 venture, BetMGM, LLC, offers U.S. sports betting and online gaming through market-leading brands, including BetMGM and partypoker, and the Company's subsidiary, LeoVegas AB, offers sports betting and online gaming through market-leading brands in several jurisdictions throughout Europe. The Company is currently pursuing targeted expansion in Asia through the integrated resort opportunity in Japan. Through its “Focused on What Matters: Embracing Humanity and Protecting the Planet” philosophy, MGM Resorts commits to creating a more sustainable future, while striving to make a bigger difference in the lives of its employees, guests, and in the communities where it operates. The global employees of MGM Resorts are proud of their company for being recognized as one of FORTUNE® Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies®

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Hospitality services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Paradise, NV, US

Year founded

1962

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