Lead SIEM Engineer

Caesars Entertainment is seeking a driven and technically skilled Lead Engineer to support the implementation and growth of our Cyber Data Engineering program. This role plays a key part in executing strategies to collect, transport, store, and analyze technology logs and data essential for managing cybersecurity and technology risk.

Responsibilities:

• SIEM Platform Support – Assist in configuring, optimizing, and maintaining SIEM platform(s). Collaborate with the security operations team to refine correlation rules, alerts, and dashboards
• Cyber and Risk Analytics – Support the deployment and operation of platforms that enable risk identification and behavioral analysis
• Data Source Onboarding – Contribute to the design and execution of processes for onboarding new data sources into the security data ecosystem
• Data Collection and Transport – Help implement and maintain solutions for collecting, filtering, and routing security data to appropriate destinations
• Security Logging Requirements – Work with stakeholders to define and enhance logging requirements for platforms and applications
• Process Improvement – Identify opportunities for automation and optimization within cyber data engineering workflows. Assist in developing and maintaining documentation and standards
• Reporting & Metrics – Support the development of KPIs and metrics to measure program effectiveness. Assist in preparing reports on security posture and trends
• Compliance & Audits – Help ensure alignment with relevant security standards (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA, NIST) and support audit activities
• Collaboration & Communication – Communicate technical information effectively across teams and contribute to cross-functional collaboration

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in enterprise technology environments
• 3+ years of experience supporting SIEM platforms and related technologies
• Familiarity with enterprise log management and analysis practices
• Solid understanding of data collection, transport, and transformation techniques
• Working knowledge of SIEM platforms and their lifecycle, including implementation and tuning
• Ability to work toward detailed goals in a dynamic environment
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• Exposure to UEBA and other risk analytics tools is a plus