IT Engineer - IE08AE We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Network Performance Engineer to join our IT Engineering team. This role is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing network performance across our enterprise infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with packet analysis tools and a strong understanding of network protocols and performance metrics. Key Responsibilities: Monitor and analyze network traffic to identify performance bottlenecks and anomalies.Conduct deep packet inspections using tools such as Wireshark and ARX.Capture and interpret packet data to troubleshoot latency, jitter, and throughput issues.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve network-related incidents and implement performance improvements.Develop and maintain documentation for network performance baselines, incident reports, and tuning recommendations.Participate in the design and implementation of network monitoring solutions.Provide technical expertise during incident response and root cause analysis. This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office (Columbus, OH, Chicago, IL, Hartford, CT or Charlotte, NC) 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday). Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship. The company will not support the STEM OPT I-983 Training Plan endorsement for this position. Required Skills and Qualifications: Proven experience with Wireshark and other packet capture tools.Familiarity with ARX, NNMi, Gigamon Taps, or similar technologies.Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and other core networking protocols.Experience with network performance monitoring and diagnostic tools.Ability to analyze packet captures and correlate findings with application and infrastructure behavior.Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.Preferred Qualifications: Experience in enterprise-scale network environments.Knowledge of cloud networking and hybrid infrastructure. Compensation The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is: $90,640 - $135,960 Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age About Us (https://www.thehartford.com/about-us) | Our Culture (https://www.thehartford.com/about-us/corporate-culture) | What It’s Like to Work Here (https://www.thehartford.com/careers/our-employees) | Perks & Benefits (https://www.thehartford.com/careers/benefits) Every day, a day to do right. Showing up for people isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are – and have been for more than 200 years. We’re devoted to finding innovative ways to serve our customers, communities and employees—continually asking ourselves what more we can do. Is our policy language as simple and inclusive as it can be? Can we better help businesses navigate our ever-changing world? What else can we do to destigmatize mental health in the workplace? Can we make our communities more equitable? That we can rise to the challenge of these questions is due in no small part to our company values that our employees have shaped and defined. And while how we contribute looks different for each of us, it’s these values that drive all of us to do more and to do better every day. About Us (https://www.thehartford.com/about-us) Our Culture What It’s Like to Work Here (https://www.thehartford.com/careers/our-employees) Perks & Benefits (https://www.thehartford.com/careers/benefits) Legal Notice (https://www.thehartford.com/legal-notice) Accessibility StatementProducer Compensation (https://www.thehartford.com/producer-compensation) EEO Privacy Policy (https://www.thehartford.com/online-privacy-policy) California Privacy Policy Your California Privacy Choices (https://www.thehartford.com/data-privacy-opt-out-form) International Privacy Policy Canadian Privacy Policy (https://www.thehartford.com/canadian-privacy-policy) Unincorporated Areas of LA County, CA (Applicant Information) MA Applicant Notice (https://www.thehartford.com/ma-lie-detector)