Network Admin - State National

What we look for
Our exceptional and motivated employees are our greatest strength. Our employees provide the highest level of customer service and help maintain our position as a leader in the global marketplace.

Markel Style
The Markel Style is what makes us stand out from our competitors. It's our core value which should underpin how we do business, while influencing our behavior and performance. We are looking for people who have potential and share our passion to live the Markel Style, which is described in more detail below.

If you think you have these core attributes we want to hear from you.

Job Summary:

The Infrastructure Engineer provides expertise in supporting one or more products or services while pro-actively monitoring, controlling and supporting service operations; working to achieve service levels. Maintains the organization's IT infrastructure, which may include hardware, software, servers, storage solutions, networks, or physical facilities.

Essential Functions:

• At least 5 years of system or network administration in a production 24x7 environment.
• Responsible for monitoring and administering a multi-server UNIX/Informix Dynamic Server database environment.
• Assist in administering a heavily virtualized multi-server Windows and UNIX network, including VPN connectivity, Internet/Web connectivity, Exchange email, back-ups, security, and user administration.
• Monitor and regularly report status of network components and performance.
• Assist in the analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of network expansion, configuration, and performance issues.
• Assist in the planning, evaluation, configuration, and installation of servers and related equipment and software.
• Responsible for the configuration and monitoring of all networking equipment in the Home office and DR facilities.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Good interpersonal and written/verbal communications skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Conscientious
• Ability to take responsibility for action and outcomes
• Ability to stay informed of current industry trends and learn new concepts
• Good problem solving skills
• Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline; still acquiring higher level knowledge and skills
• Builds knowledge of the organization, processes and customers
• Solves a range of straightforward problems
• Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction

Education/Experience:

• College degree preferred, high school diploma required.
• Strong Understanding of HP UNIX and SUSE LINUX server configuration and tuning.
• Good Understanding of IBM’s Informix Dynamic Server configuration and tuning.
• Working knowledge and training in networking, computer hardware, Internet, Client/Server and computer operating systems
• Cisco router, Cisco switch configuration and management
• Internet / Intranet /Extranet security
• Web application management and user access control
• TCP/IP, VPN, and routing principles
• At least 5 years of experience administering Unix Networks and hardware (preferably HP Unix)
• Experience with Azure Stack HCI Clusters and Windows Admin Center a plus
• Experience with SCCM, SCOM, CommVault, or PaloAlto a plus.
• Experience opening priority incidents with external vendors and driving to resolution required.
• Experience working with Cloud technologies, including Azure a plus.
• Familiarity with PowerShell or scripting technologies and automation capabilities.
• Good Working knowledge of IBM Informix Dynamic Server.
• Some MCSE certifications preferred (Windows, MS Exchange, and SQL Server)
• Other certifications preferred

Please note:  Markel's phased approach for re-entry into our buildings is designed to balance the ongoing health, safety, and well-being of our employees with operational considerations and regulatory/governmental requirements and recommendations. As a result, we implemented a hybrid return to work strategy that allows for three days in the office every week.  

The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. 

Choose Markel:

Innovative hybrid work model * A diversity and inclusion focused employer * Exceptional base salary and bonus structure * Comprehensive benefits which include PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401K and more * Growth opportunities to advance your career* Ongoing coaching and career development * Fast paced, dedication environment *Profitable Fortune 300 company in business since 1930. 

Must be authorized to work in the U.S., and not require sponsorship now or in the future

“Why work for us?”

Diversity and inclusion
Markel is truly a global and diverse company. We believe that diversity makes us better business partners and that embracing people’s differences can bring amazing results and fuel innovation. We have a portfolio of businesses and product lines that operate around the world.

Community involvement
Markel has a rich heritage of supporting communities across the world where our customers and employees live and work. Giving back is part of our history and our future. Our employees share in this philosophy through volunteering, mentoring and fundraising.

Commitment to open doors

Markel is committed to creating the best work environment. Our open-door policy is essential in recognizing business issues as they rise and to address the changing needs of our diverse and global workforce. Challenging management is a component of the Markel Style—some of our best ideas start from a conversation between a manager and an employee.

Entrepreneurial spirit

As the Markel Style states, we pursue excellence, strive for a better way, and share the success of others. Markel associates proactively seek new business opportunities, bringing further success to Markel.