Network Administrator

HCC Surety Group, is seeking a full time Network Administrator. HCC Surety Group is a subsidiary of HCC Insurance Holdings, Inc. ("HCC Insurance"), with its common stock trading on the NYSE (symbol:  HCC).  HCC Insurance has assets exceeding $7.9 billion and shareholders’ equity of over $2.2 billion. HCC Insurance is an international insurance company and a leading specialty insurance group with offices across the United States and in Bermuda, Spain, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.  This position will report to  our Los Angeles office, near the Los Angeles airport. HCC Insurance operations consist of underwriting agencies; intermediaries; and life, property and casualty insurance companies which are rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best Company and AA (Very Strong) by Standard & Poor’s.  HCC Insurance specializes in diversified financial products; group life, accident & health; general aviation; property; marine and energy; and other specialty insurance. 

 

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years network administrator experience.  Previous work experience in the insurance industry, banking, mortgage, escrow/title or finance environment is highly preferred. Some related college coursework/classes is preferred.  This position will report to and work closely with the Business Analyst in the Information Technology Department.

 

 

Skill Requirements:

 

-In-depth knowledge of Networking Operating Systems, with an emphasis on MS Windows networking including domain structures, Active Directory, system administration, and Windows Terminal Server.

-Experience with MPLS networking.

-In-depth knowledge of Windows desktop operating systems.

-Demonstrated working knowledge of MS Backoffice products including Exchange, ISA Server, and Internet Information Server.

-Demonstrated working knowledge of NetBackup and Backup Exec.

-Demonstrated working knowledge of network infrastructure and operations, including switching, routing, Ethernet, TCP/IP.

-Demonstrated proficiency with various software packages, including a minimum 2-3 years experience with MS Office Professional Suite.

-Demonstrated experience in creating and setting up networks for remote office locations.

-Demonstrated experience with telephone system management, including programming extensions, hunt groups, and direct lines.

-Demonstrated knowledge and minimum 2 years experience working on Intel-based personal computers.

-Strong printer problem resolution skills and hardware configuration/repair experience.

-Excellent customer service and telephone skills to service and work with users, departments, and branch offices in a professional service environment.

-Ability to support multiple applications and network environments.

-Outstanding problem-solving skills.

-Team-focused and customer-oriented individual.

-Ability to provide off-hours support.

 

Job Responsibilities:

 

-Develop and maintain server and network documentation.

-Install, configure, and maintain server operating systems.

-Install, configure, and repair Dell server hardware.

-Manage network system backups.

-Install and maintain server-based application software packages.

-Provide tier 1 and assist with Help Desk as required in desktop support activities.

-Support remote users at branch office locations.

-Perform system administration duties in a Windows Active Directory environment.

-Assist in disaster recovery planning and testing.

-Perform routine preventive maintenance on all hardware on a routine and scheduled basis.

-Perform network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems.

-Adhere to SOX requirements.

-Provide new user orientation.

-Maintain accurate and up-to-date time records.

-Maintain inventory of equipment.

-Maintain overhead projectors and loaner pool of laptops.

-Other duties as assigned.

If your qualifications match these requirements, please send your resume with salary requirements/history to: Employment@hccsurety.com or fax to (310) 957-3061.  Please put in the subject line “Network Administrator”.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon positive criminal background and credit checks.


HCC Insurance Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal-opportunity employers. Please note that the Company will not pay for any moving or relocation costs associated with a change in location.

For more information regarding our company, please visit our web sites at www.hccsurety.com and www.hcch.com.