IT FOLKS - DO NOT WORK HERE! - Senior Applications Systems Analyst GEICO Employee Review

1.0
7 Dec 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

1) Stability -- owned by Warren Buffet 2) Profit Sharing Plan is good 3) Able to move up quickly -- there is a management leadership program 4) Clearly, their marketing and product modeling strategies are very good, so the number of policy holders increase every year (more profit every year)

Cons

1) No one on the IT leadership side really has a clear vision of what needs to be accomplished and where IT is going in the future. This makes it hard to communicate the vision down to the rest of the team members. 2) Dependability Ratings -- if you are late to work or need to take a sick day, it counts against your "rating". Need a rating of 97% dependability to do well at Performance Review time. Otherwise, you risk potentially being terminated. 3) Sick Leave policy -- you must tell your manager 24 hours in advance if you are going to be sick. Otherwise it counts against your rating. (side note: How would you even know that?? Sometimes people get sick the night before or morning of work). 4) Benefits: o Vacation doesnt kick in til after 6 months o Not eligible for Profit Sharing Plan til 1 year after hire date o Medical / Dental / Vision doesnt kick in for 75 days 5) Co-workers are nice, but not tech savvy for IT technical positions 6) No WFH / Telecommuting

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5.0
29 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good work life balance and pay

Cons

Long hours sometimes depending on demand

5.0
27 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Strong opportunities for career growth Many people are willing to mentor and support others without expecting anything in return Supportive culture, even from people who may not know you personally Increased focus on education and development, especially for leaders More company activities at the local office, which has been a welcome change Fun associate engagement opportunities like escape rooms, art activities, games, and food events So many opportunities for recognition

Cons

There are still some areas where the company appears to be rebuilding trust and confidence Change is noticeable and appreciated, but some improvements are still in progress Feedback has clearly helped shape recent changes, and it will be good to see that progress continue

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