Ellucian · 1 day ago
Senior Network Engineer ( Cisco IOS Exp REQUIRED, Onsite - Washtenaw CC - MI)
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expEllucian is a global market leader in education technology, partnering with over 2,800 customers worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, secure, and evolve the network for Washtenaw Community College, focusing on performance, resiliency, and implementing Zero Trust security measures.
EducationEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP)Information TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Designing, implementing, and supporting campus and data center network solutions with a focus on performance, resiliency, and long-term scalability
Advancing Zero Trust security across routing, switching, wireless, and firewall platforms to protect sensitive institutional data
Leading Layer 2 to Layer 3 migration initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal service interruption
Owning network documentation—creating and maintaining accurate physical and logical diagrams, standards, and runbooks (Lucid or similar)
Planning and executing infrastructure upgrades and lifecycle replacements, including core, distribution, access, and edge environments
Driving wireless network strategy and delivery, including controller management, large-scale deployments, and coverage/performance optimization
Leveraging Cisco Catalyst Center to automate configuration, improve visibility, and streamline operations across switching and wireless
Designing and overseeing structured cabling projects (fiber and copper), from planning through installation and validation
Deploying and administering Cisco Nexus/Catalyst platforms to support high-availability campus and data center services
Configuring and maintaining Palo Alto firewalls, including policy design, segmentation, monitoring, and threat prevention
Executing disciplined change enablement practices, including communication, risk/impact analysis, testing, and implementation planning
Building test plans and rollback procedures to ensure reliable upgrades and safe recovery paths
Collaborating across IT teams and stakeholders to align network solutions with institutional needs and initiatives
Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to team capability growth through guidance, peer review, and knowledge sharing
Qualification
Required
5-7 years of progressive network engineering experience in enterprise or large-scale environments
Strong grasp of Zero Trust concepts and implementation patterns
Proven success leading Layer 2 to Layer 3 conversion projects
Cisco Catalyst switching and wireless
Cisco Nexus data center switching
Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center)
Palo Alto firewalls (enterprise policy and threat prevention)
TCP/IP, VLANs, trunking, STP
Routing (EIGRP, BGP, OSPF or equivalent)
Network segmentation and security best practices
Excellent CLI skills and comfort with complex troubleshooting in production environments
Experience designing/supporting enterprise wireless controller environments
Skilled in fiber and copper cabling standards, installation oversight, and validation
Strong analytical, documentation, and operational discipline—especially in high-impact environments
Demonstrated ability to manage change enablement / change management
Familiarity with ITIL or similar change frameworks
Preferred
CCNP (Enterprise, Data Center, or Wireless)
CWNA or equivalent wireless certification
Palo Alto PCNSE
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision
Flexible time off
Thrive Flex Lifestyle Account (LSA) that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial or learning interests
401k w/ match & BrightPlan - to help you save for the future
Parental Leave
5 charitable days to support the community that supports us
Telemedicine
Wellness
Headspace Care (mental health)
Wellbeats (virtual fitness classes)
RethinkCare & Wellthy- caregiver support
Diversity and inclusion programs which provide access to internal employee resource groups
Employee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the team
We Foster a learning culture with:
Education Assistance Program
Professional development opportunities
Company
Ellucian
Ellucian delivers the software, services, and insights that help your institution thrive.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$1.6B2021-06-14Acquired
2020-09-17Debt Financing· $1.6B
Leadership Team
Laura Ipsen
President and CEO
Joe Sallustio
Chief of Industry Engagement & Senior Vice President
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