Head of Security Engineering

Caesars Entertainment is in search of a visionary and experienced Head of Security Engineering to lead the development and implementation of our security engineering strategy. This critical leadership role will be responsible for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity solutions and controls across the areas of data protection, endpoint protection, network security, and vulnerability management, with the objective of ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data across our diverse technology environment supporting hotels, casinos, and online gaming.   

Responsibilities 

• Program Leadership - Develop and refine the overall vision and strategy for the Security Engineering program, aligning it with business objectives, risk appetite, and industry best practices.   

• Team Management - Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of cybersecurity engineers. Foster a collaborative and results-oriented environment. Assign tasks, provide feedback, and conduct performance reviews. 

• Process Improvement - Continuously evaluate and improve engineering processes and system/control performance, identifying areas for automation, optimization, and increased efficiency. Develop and maintain relevant policies, procedures, and standards. 

• Technology Oversight - Evaluate, select, and implement technology solutions and tools that provide required security control capabilities. Ensure the effective utilization of these tools and integrate them with other security systems. Stay current with emerging security technologies and threats. 

• Reporting & Metrics - Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the performance and effectiveness of security technologies and the overall security engineering program. Provide regular reports to peers and leadership on trends, progress, risks, and overall security posture.   

• Compliance & Audits: Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA, NIST). Support internal and external audits as necessary. 

• Collaboration & Communication - Effectively communicate information related to the security engineering program to technical and non-technical audiences.  Collaborate with other security teams, IT operations, and business units. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.  Master's degree preferred. 

• 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on cybersecurity technology and engineering. 

• 8+ years of experience in a leadership role, managing team members and setting technical direction.  

• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools, vulnerability assessment methodologies, vulnerability data analysis and reporting, and remediation techniques. 

• Deep understanding of EDR/EPP solutions such as Crowdstrike, MS Defender, Sentinel One, etc  

• Extensive working knowledge of data protection and DLP solutions, including how controls can be applied to protect data at-rest, and in motion across varied communication and collaboration channels.  

• Deep understanding of network security concepts including firewalls, IPS, DDOS protection, and Network Access Control. 

• Able to work effectively and efficiently toward detailed goals in a complex environment with fluid priorities. 

• Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills. 

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills including senior stakeholder management, executive presentations, and vendor relationship management.