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Network Performance Analyst

1 month ago Hartford, CT

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.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Performance Analyst with deep expertise in packet-level traffic analysis and network performance diagnostics. If you live and breathe packet captures, know Wireshark inside and out, and can dissect complex performance issues across distributed networks, we want to hear from you.

You will join a team focused on maintaining optimal network performance across critical infrastructure, using industry-leading tools like Riverbed ARX, NIKSUN, and Gigamon. Your daily work will directly impact the reliability, visibility, and security of enterprise network operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform advanced packet analysis and deep-dive troubleshooting using tools such as Wireshark, NIKSUN, and Riverbed ARX.
  • Leverage Gigamon TAPs and visibility infrastructure to monitor and analyze traffic.
  • Proactively identify and resolve latency, throughput, and performance anomalies across network segments.
  • Collaborate with network engineering, security, and application teams to provide root cause analysis and performance improvement recommendations.
  • Develop and maintain performance dashboards, metrics, and documentation of findings.

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in network performance monitoring and packet-level analysis.
  • Expert-level knowledge of Wireshark with demonstrated ability to interpret protocol flows and anomalies.
  • Experience using one or more of the following: Riverbed ARX, NIKSUN, Gigamon infrastructure.
  • Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, HTTP/S, VoIP, etc.).
  • Ability to interpret and correlate data across multiple tools and data sources.

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.

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

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Client-provided location(s): Hartford, CT
Job ID: hartford-R2521549_Hartford
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-07-03T15:38:26

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • FSA
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Learning and Development Stipend
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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