Network Engineer

Who We Are:



TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES-

• Support the design, deployment, and day-to-day management of TKO’s global corporate, datacenter, and cloud network infrastructure.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise routing, switching, wireless, WAN/LAN, VPN, and firewall solutions.
• Assist in the implementation of secure, scalable network architectures to meet operational, security, and compliance requirements.
• Perform network monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning to ensure optimal uptime and reliability.
• Support connectivity between datacenters, cloud environments, and global offices, including SD-WAN and hybrid cloud network integrations.
• Manage firewall and security policy configurations across Palo Alto Networks and other perimeter security platforms.
• Work closely with Infrastructure and Security teams to ensure secure and compliant network designs.
• Document network configurations, diagrams, and operational runbooks for ongoing maintenance and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in network-related change control processes and provide input into impact assessments and rollback plans.
• Respond to escalated incidents and participate in root cause analysis to drive long-term fixes.
• Provide hands-on support for office buildouts, datacenter upgrades, and cloud migrations.
• Occasionally travel to global sites to support network projects and critical change events.

SKILLS & ABILITIES-

• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of enterprise networking concepts including routing, switching, VLANs, wireless, VPN, firewalls, and cloud connectivity.
• Hands-On Execution: Comfortable configuring and troubleshooting Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, and other enterprise networking gear.
• Cloud Networking: Experience with AWS and/or Azure networking services (VPCs, VPN gateways, ExpressRoute, etc.).
• Security Awareness: Familiarity with Zero Trust networking principles and network segmentation best practices.
• Problem Solving: Able to diagnose complex network issues, identify root causes, and deliver practical fixes.
• Documentation: Capable of producing clear, accurate network diagrams, change plans, and operational procedures.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced, high-visibility environments with shifting priorities.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills to explain technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING-

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 5yr+ experience in enterprise networking, including enterprise and datacenter environments.

Hands-on, expert-level proficiency with:

• Cisco networking (switches, routers, wireless)
• Palo Alto Networks firewalls and VPNs
• SD-WAN platforms
• Network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Live Action, Gigamon, etc.)
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, ACLs, and NAT.

Preferred Certifications:

• Experience with AWS and/or Azure networking (VPCs, VPN gateways, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect).
• Knowledge of automation tools for network configuration (e.g., Ansible, Python scripting).
• Familiarity with ITIL change management practices.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE, AWS Advanced Networking, or Azure Network Engineer Associate.





TKO EEO Statement:

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