Lead Cyber Security Engineer

at MGM Resorts International

Record last updated: 7/9/2026 6:47:18 AM

Current Days Open
24
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$135,700.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$135,700.00 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
42
First Seen
5/27/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$135,700.00 (Yearly)
7/9/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$135,700.00 (Yearly)
7/9/2026

Full Job Description

US, 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 Cyber Security Lead Engineer is a hands-on individual contributor responsible for evaluating, implementing, optimizing, and maturing the cybersecurity tools and technologies used by MGM Resorts International under the direction of the Cyber Security Architecture team. This role serves as a senior technical escalation point for operational incidents within the cybersecurity tool ecosystem and partners cross-functionally to enhance the performance, scalability, resilience, and overall effectiveness of enterprise security solutions while supporting evolving business and security objectives. THE DAY-TO-DAY: Build, implement, and deploy cybersecurity technology solutions in alignment with approved architecture standards and enterprise security strategies. Partner with PMO and IT teams to ensure cybersecurity requirements and reference architecture standards are integrated throughout the full project lifecycle. Drive the continuous improvement and development of cybersecurity tools and initiatives to meet evolving business and technology needs. Ensure cybersecurity solutions are fully documented, operationally supportable, and scalable for long-term enterprise use. Participate in cybersecurity and PMO-related meetings, contributing to both short- and long-term planning, prioritization, and scheduling of work efforts. Evaluate emerging cybersecurity technologies, tools, and enhancements to existing platforms under the guidance of the Cyber Security Architecture team. Collaborate cross-functionally to support the effectiveness, resilience, and operational maturity of enterprise cybersecurity capabilities. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: 3+ years of relevant IT experience with strong knowledge of hardware, software, networking, and enterprise systems support required; application and network support experience preferred. Experience building, deploying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing cybersecurity tools, platforms, and enterprise security solutions. Proven ability to develop and maintain internal tools, perform large-scale attack data analysis to identify root causes, and manage issues related to security enablements and controls. Experience supporting operational and organizational improvements while establishing and maintaining KPIs for evolving cybersecurity initiatives. Strong understanding of ITIL processes, system troubleshooting, and complex problem resolution in enterprise environments. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business teams. THE PERKS & BENEFITS: Prioritize your wellness, access programs crafted to nurture your mental and physical health. Enjoy unbeatable discounts on hotel stays, dining, retail, entertainment, and exclusive partner perks for travel, tech, and beyond! Savor delicious meals for free in our employee dining room. Park with easewhether you're on or off shift, it's free! From healthcare to financial support and generous time-off options, weve got you covered. Elevate your career with development programs, connect through networking events, and make a difference with community volunteer opportunities. VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION: https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=19788 Pay Range: The pay range for this role is: $101,800.00 - $135,700.00 This range represents a good faith estimate of the salary range that MGM reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location. This position is eligible to participate in the Companys incentive plan. Employees in this position are eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and time off plans. Specific program offerings vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, employment status, and union membership. Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today! At MGM Resorts, we exist to entertain the human race and provide an unforgettable escape. From delivering excellence for our guests to building and sustaining our communities, you can join our diverse teams of world-class talent and thrive in our collaborative environment. Our iconic MGM Resorts brands offer everyone a wide variety of exciting career opportunities with access to unlimited growth. Be part of a unique world filled with anticipation, entertainment and unparalleled experiences combined with competitive rewards and exclusive perks. Together, we will use our meaningful relationships to continue to build our authentic culture. We know the importance of respecting each others differences. We embrace and leverage our diversity to achieve best-in-class experiences and create stronger ties with our employees, guests, suppliers and community partners. We stay committed to taking strong, principled stands on equality to better unify our world. MGM Resorts International develops, builds and operates unique destination resorts designed to provide a total resort experience, including first-class accommodations and dining, world-class entertainment, state-of-the-art meeting and convention facilities, and high-quality retail and gaming experiences. We know the importance of respecting each others differences. We embrace and leverage our diversity to achieve best-in-class experiences and create stronger ties with our employees, guests, suppliers and community partners. We stay committed to taking strong, principled stands on equality to better unify our world. MGM Resorts International believes in providing opportunity for every employee to grow, develop and succeed in a work environment where you can be your best. We encourage you to explore our job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at talent@mgmresorts.com We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our employment application site, including the protection of any personal information provided to us. For more information about MGM Resorts International, including our privacy policy and commitment to diversity and inclusion, please visit http://www.mgmresorts.com/careers. For California residents, also see our California Privacy Notice that describes the categories of personal information and sensitive personal information we collect and provides certain details about our processing of that information.

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