Network Engineer Job at TKO in New York
TKO, New York, NY, United States
Network Engineer – TKO Group Holdings, Inc.
TKO is a premium sports and entertainment company that owns iconic properties such as UFC, WWE, and PBR, and reaches over 1 billion households across 210 countries. The company is building a modern infrastructure to support its global operations.
About the Role
Department: TKO IT Infrastructure | Location: New York, NY | Employment Type: Permanent | Working Hours: Dynamic
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
Strong knowledge of enterprise networking concepts including routing, switching, VLANs, wireless, VPN, firewalls, and cloud connectivity.
Comfortable configuring and troubleshooting Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, and other enterprise networking gear.
Experience with AWS and/or Azure networking services (VPCs, VPN gateways, ExpressRoute, etc.).
Familiarity with Zero‑Trust networking principles and network segmentation best practices.
Ability to diagnose complex network issues, identify root causes, and deliver practical fixes.
Capability to produce clear, accurate network diagrams, change plans, and operational procedures.
Effective collaboration with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Adaptability to fast‑paced, high‑visibility environments with shifting priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain technical issues to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Required Qualifications & Training
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
5+ years of 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)
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 (Ansible, Python scripting)
Familiarity with ITIL change management practices
Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE, AWS Advanced Networking, or Azure Network Engineer Associate
EEO Statement
TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non‑discrimination in employment. We make employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws.
Pay Range (New York, NY)
Hiring Range Minimum: $112,500 annually | Hiring Range Maximum: $150,000 annually
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In Summary: TKO is a premium sports and entertainment company that owns iconic properties such as UFC, WWE, and PBR . The company is building a modern infrastructure to support its global operations . The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience .
En Español: TKO es una compañía de deportes y entretenimiento premium que posee propiedades icónicas como UFC, WWE y PBR. La compañía está construyendo una infraestructura moderna para apoyar sus operaciones globales. Sobre el Departamento de Role: TKO IT Infrastructure, Zero LAN, VPN y equipos de firewall. Utilizar en la implementación de arquitecturas de red seguras y escalables para cumplir con los requisitos operativos, seguridad y cumplimiento. Horarios de trabajo: Responsabilidades clave dinámicas Apoyan el diseño, despliegue y gestión diaria de las infraestructuras de redes corporativas, centros de datos y nube globales de TKO's. Configure, mantenga y solucione problemas de encaminamiento empresarial, switching, inalámbrico, WAN/LAN, ZERO, VPN, y soluciones de cortafuegos. Ayuda a implementar arquitectura de red segura y escalable para satisfacer los requerimientos operacionales, seguridad, y conformidad. Realice monitoreo de red, sintonización del rendimiento, y evaluación diaria para garantizar tiempo de actividad y fiabilidad. Soporte a la conectividad entre centros de información global, entornos de datos, y sistemas de acceso a nivel mundial. Los mejores principios que pueden ayudar a desarrollarse son la configuración, mantenimiento e interconexión de conocimientos básicos y otros servicios de seguridad (compatibilidad). Tomamos decisiones de empleo basadas en el mérito y las calificaciones, sin tener en cuenta la raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad, estado civil, estatus veterano u otra base prohibida por leyes federales, estatales o locales que rigen la no discriminación en el trabajo en cada lugar donde tenga instalaciones. TKO también proporciona alojamientos razonables para individuos con discapacidades cualificados de acuerdo con la Ley Americana sobre Discapacitades (ADA) y las leyes estatais o locales aplicables.
TKO is a premium sports and entertainment company that owns iconic properties such as UFC, WWE, and PBR, and reaches over 1 billion households across 210 countries. The company is building a modern infrastructure to support its global operations.
About the Role
Department: TKO IT Infrastructure | Location: New York, NY | Employment Type: Permanent | Working Hours: Dynamic
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
Strong knowledge of enterprise networking concepts including routing, switching, VLANs, wireless, VPN, firewalls, and cloud connectivity.
Comfortable configuring and troubleshooting Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, and other enterprise networking gear.
Experience with AWS and/or Azure networking services (VPCs, VPN gateways, ExpressRoute, etc.).
Familiarity with Zero‑Trust networking principles and network segmentation best practices.
Ability to diagnose complex network issues, identify root causes, and deliver practical fixes.
Capability to produce clear, accurate network diagrams, change plans, and operational procedures.
Effective collaboration with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Adaptability to fast‑paced, high‑visibility environments with shifting priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain technical issues to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Required Qualifications & Training
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
5+ years of 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)
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 (Ansible, Python scripting)
Familiarity with ITIL change management practices
Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE, AWS Advanced Networking, or Azure Network Engineer Associate
EEO Statement
TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non‑discrimination in employment. We make employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws.
Pay Range (New York, NY)
Hiring Range Minimum: $112,500 annually | Hiring Range Maximum: $150,000 annually
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In Summary: TKO is a premium sports and entertainment company that owns iconic properties such as UFC, WWE, and PBR . The company is building a modern infrastructure to support its global operations . The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience .
En Español: TKO es una compañía de deportes y entretenimiento premium que posee propiedades icónicas como UFC, WWE y PBR. La compañía está construyendo una infraestructura moderna para apoyar sus operaciones globales. Sobre el Departamento de Role: TKO IT Infrastructure, Zero LAN, VPN y equipos de firewall. Utilizar en la implementación de arquitecturas de red seguras y escalables para cumplir con los requisitos operativos, seguridad y cumplimiento. Horarios de trabajo: Responsabilidades clave dinámicas Apoyan el diseño, despliegue y gestión diaria de las infraestructuras de redes corporativas, centros de datos y nube globales de TKO's. Configure, mantenga y solucione problemas de encaminamiento empresarial, switching, inalámbrico, WAN/LAN, ZERO, VPN, y soluciones de cortafuegos. Ayuda a implementar arquitectura de red segura y escalable para satisfacer los requerimientos operacionales, seguridad, y conformidad. Realice monitoreo de red, sintonización del rendimiento, y evaluación diaria para garantizar tiempo de actividad y fiabilidad. Soporte a la conectividad entre centros de información global, entornos de datos, y sistemas de acceso a nivel mundial. Los mejores principios que pueden ayudar a desarrollarse son la configuración, mantenimiento e interconexión de conocimientos básicos y otros servicios de seguridad (compatibilidad). Tomamos decisiones de empleo basadas en el mérito y las calificaciones, sin tener en cuenta la raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad, estado civil, estatus veterano u otra base prohibida por leyes federales, estatales o locales que rigen la no discriminación en el trabajo en cada lugar donde tenga instalaciones. TKO también proporciona alojamientos razonables para individuos con discapacidades cualificados de acuerdo con la Ley Americana sobre Discapacitades (ADA) y las leyes estatais o locales aplicables.