About the position Utica National Insurance Group is seeking an experienced Network Administrator responsible for maintaining the integrity, performance, and security of an organization’s network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be skilled in troubleshooting hardware and software issues, configuring and managing routers and switches, and monitoring network systems to ensure optimal functionality. This role involves collaborating with vendors for equipment maintenance and upgrades, analyzing network components for improvements, and contributing to large-scale system planning through cost analysis and vendor evaluation. The position also helps establish corporate standards for network technology, security, and implementation, ensuring reliable, efficient, and scalable network operations aligned with business needs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots hardware and software network related problems.
• Monitors network systems and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Serves as a liaison with communication to vendors to ensure the proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Analyzes network components for upgrades and recommends network enhancements.
• Assists in the planning of large scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies.
• Configure and maintain routers and switches for network systems.
• Provide input on direction for corporate standards for network technology implementation, including network hardware platforms, network operating systems and network security.
• Maintain appropriate configuration and change control documentation.
• Follow up on changes and periodically review service levels.
• Work with Network and Telecommunications support staff to establish and implement test procedures for all network changes.
• Develop disaster recovery scripts and travel as required for disaster recovery testing for assigned systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Conforms with all corporate policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience.
• Thorough knowledge of LAN/WAN systems, networks, and applications.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Benefit
• Dental Benefit
• Vision Benefit
• Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Profit Sharing and Investment Plan (Includes annual Company financial contribution and discretionary Profit Sharing contribution based upon annual company financial results)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance, Training, and Professional Designations
• Company-Paid Family Leave
• Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance Benefit
• Voluntary Benefits - Group Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Legal, ID Theft Protection, Pet Insurance
• Student Loan Refinancing Services
• Care.com Membership with Back-up Care, Senior Solutions
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Matching Gifts program
• Paid Volunteer Day
• Employee Referral Award Program
• Wellness programs
• Personal Insurance Discount