VP - IT Infrastructure and Shared Services - job 1 of 2

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management: Provide strategic direction and leadership to the IT operations and shared services teams. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.  
• IT Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of IT systems, including network, servers, storage, IaaS, and applications. Ensure high availability, performance, and security of IT infrastructure (24x7x365).  
• Project Management: Lead and manage IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements and objectives.  
• Vendor Management: Establish and maintain relationships with key vendors and service providers. Negotiate contracts and manage vendor performance to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.  
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the IT operations and shared services budget. Monitor expenses and optimize resource allocation to achieve financial goals.  
• Compliance and Security: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect IT assets and data.  
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation. Implement new technologies and practices to enhance IT operations and service delivery.  

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or relevant experiences in lieu of Bachelor’s degree).  
• Experience managing budgets with a key focus on working with partners for CapEx and OpEx management.  
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in IT infrastructure and operations, with at least 7 years in a leadership role.  
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, network, and systems management in a business that operates 24x7x365 with demanding uptime and availability. 
• Experience with ITIL and other IT service management frameworks.  
• Proven excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.  
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive organizational change.  
• Proven experience with global technology platforms & global operations.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in the hospitality or gaming industry.  
• Certifications such as ITIL, PMP, or CISSP.  
• In-depth technical knowledge around core infrastructure technologies: Networking, Compute Storage & Cloud services. 
• Experience integrating infrastructure value with business application process. 
• Experience with Casino & Hospitality technologies. 
• Experience with luxury market requirements. 

Tech Stack Experience Preferred:

• Palo Alto FW, Extreme Wired Networks, Aruba Wireless, SQL Server, Oracle Exadata, VMWare, Nutanix

Wynn Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Wynn Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.