Senior Tech Services Specialist I _ Field Engineering - Remote Office Support

　　Position Summary

　　GEICO is seeking a highly motivated Tech Services Specialist with a passion for customer service to provide direct support for GEICO Tech customers, network connected devices, software, and network systems. You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we transition from a traditional IT model to a tech organization with engineering excellence as its mission, while co-creating the culture of psychological safety and continuous improvement.

　　Position Description

　　Our Senior Tech Services Specialist I is a key member of the engineering staff working on tasks and projects with the highest level of complexity and has a good understanding of GEICO's IT infrastructure and business applications. Our team thrives and succeeds in delivering high quality services in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert for the availability of business applications, and work with various teams to develop solutions to reduce outage time for Major Incidents (MI).

　　Requires On Site presence in Chevy Chase, MD is required

　　Position Responsibilities

　　As a Senior Tech Services Specialist I, you will:

　　• Provide direct technical support to associates in person and remotely

　　• Lead and implement projects

　　• Understand Microsoft Client Win10/Win11 fundamentals

　　• Open and close tasks within Remedy/SMART IT or similar platform

　　• Utilize Bomgar to troubleshoot remote clients

　　• Follow PCI Protocols

　　• Troubleshoot audio/visual hardware and software

　　• Install and troubleshoot printers and network software to control access to

　　printers

　　• Install and troubleshoot Microsoft Office products, WebEx, VoIP/Equality,

　　Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Azure DevOps, User identity

　　and security access management

　　• Understand, utilize, and troubleshoot Blancco, SCCM, Autopilot/Intune,

　　AnyConnect, Zscaler

　　Qualifications

　　• Must be able to lift servers, PCs, and printers in the 40 - 50 pounds range

　　• Requires full-time work on premises. Remote work is not available for this

　　position

　　• Proven success implementing projects

　　• Advanced understanding of computing devices, operating systems,

　　software installation and administration

　　• Understanding of technical documentation

　　• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc)

　　• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Active Directory, network protocols,

　　and cloud computing

　　• Proficient with client hardware troubleshooting to include diagnosis and/or

　　replacement, cybersecurity requirements, client architecture, and Microsoft

　　patching for client

　　• Advanced understanding of Vendor Management, including pricing and

　　managing Return Merchandise Authorizations

　　• Proficient with core equipment in Data Center and Remote Offices

　　• Understanding of VoIP provisioning and remediation

　　• Familiar with using command prompt and/or PowerShell scripting, and

　　access point management (Cisco Prime or similar)

　　• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

　　• Professional telephone etiquette

　　• Strong problem-solving skills

　　• One or more of the following certifications are highly desired:

　　o CompTIA Certifications: IT Fundamentals+, A+, Network+, Cloud+,

　　Security+

　　o Microsoft Certifications: Azure Fundamentals, MTA's (Microsoft

　　Technology Associate), Windows Operating Fundamentals, Networking

　　Fundamentals, Security Fundamentals, and Programming Fundamentals

　　o Cisco Certification: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

　　Experience

　　• 5+ years of hands-on work experience in computing devices and computer

　　Operating Systems including Windows with UNIX/Linux as a plus

　　Education

　　• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent

　　education or work experience

　　At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

　　Benefits:

　　As an Associate, you'll enjoy our Total Rewards Program * to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting periodPaid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave401(k) PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid Training and Licensures*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

　　Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

　　The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

　　GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.