Senior Staff Network Engineer - Network Services - Remote Opportunity with Competitive Salary

Join Our Team: Transforming the Insurance Industry through Engineering Excellence

At GEICO, we're not just looking for a Senior Staff Network Engineer; we're seeking a visionary leader who can drive our insurance business transformation by building high-performance, low-maintenance, and zero-downtime platforms and applications. As a key member of our Network Services team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that values psychological safety, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence.

About Us

GEICO is a leading insurance company that's committed to innovation and customer satisfaction. Our IT organization is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from a traditional model to a tech-centric approach that prioritizes engineering excellence. As a Senior Staff Network Engineer, you'll play a critical role in this transformation, leveraging your expertise to drive the design, architecture, and implementation of complex network solutions that meet our business requirements and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of complex network solutions, ensuring consistency, reliability, and security across the organization.
• Maintain network standards, policies, and best practices, working closely with the Security team to enforce Security best practices in an effective and scalable manner.
• Design, deploy, and support SD-WAN solutions, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability.
• Implement and maintain wired and wireless security measures, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and implement innovative network technologies and solutions that drive operational efficiency and business value.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending strategic investments and enhancements to our network infrastructure.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex network issues, providing guidance and expertise to resolve critical incidents and outages.
• Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams, determining and supporting resource requirements, evaluating operational processes, and measuring outcomes to ensure desired results.
• Configure and maintain SD-WAN edge devices, gateways, and controllers to support dynamic traffic routing, QoS, and security policies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to develop customized SD-WAN designs and configurations, monitoring network performance and proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime.
• Be a role model and mentor, helping to coach and strengthen the technical expertise and know-how of our engineering and product community, influencing and educating executives as needed.
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support and maintenance activities.

Essential Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• Expert-level knowledge of networking protocols, technologies, and standards, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, QoS, SDN, and SD-WAN.
• Extensive hands-on experience with network equipment and platforms from leading vendors such as Cisco, Aruba, and Palo Alto Networks.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, best practices, and compliance requirements, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and encryption.
• Highly proficient in architecture assessment and proposals, with proficiency in designing and implementing SD-WAN solutions.
• Experience solving analytical problems with quantitative approaches, with the ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.

Preferred Qualifications

While not required, the following qualifications can give you a competitive edge:

• 10+ years of professional experience in Network Engineering, with 8+ years of experience in architecture and design.
• 6+ years of experience with open-source frameworks, and 4+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience, with CCNA and CCNP certifications (CCIE is a plus).

Skills and Competencies

To thrive in this role, you'll need to possess:

• Strong technical leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and educate executives.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a willingness to adapt to changing priorities and technologies.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At GEICO, we're committed to helping our associates grow and develop their skills. As a Senior Staff Network Engineer, you'll have access to:

• Tuition reimbursement and paid training and licensures.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• A culture of continuous learning and improvement, with a focus on staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry trends.

Work Environment and Company Culture

At GEICO, we pride ourselves on our dynamic and inclusive work environment. As a remote worker, you'll enjoy:

• Flexible work arrangements and a healthy work-life balance.
• A culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment, with opportunities for networking and professional development.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $115,000 - $260,000 per year, depending on your experience and qualifications. In addition, you'll enjoy:

• Premier medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period.
• Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave.
• 401(k) plan and other benefits that support your financial well-being.
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition reimbursement, paid training, and licensures.

Conclusion

If you're a seasoned network engineer with a passion for innovation and leadership, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Senior Staff Network Engineer at GEICO, you'll have the chance to drive our insurance business transformation, work with cutting-edge technologies, and develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. Don't miss this chance to join our team and shape the future of our organization. Apply now and let's discuss how you can become a vital part of our success story.