Network Engineer

Educators is seeking a motivated Network Engineer to assist our team with network design, engineering, and operational responsibilities. This position requires a hands-on approach and focuses on maintaining network reliability, security, and comprehensive documentation in an environment primarily utilizing Cisco technologies. Solution-oriented individuals with excellent problem-solving skills will thrive in our environment.

Role: Maintains networks, servers, operating systems and communication links.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for communication links including core network infrastructure, branch networking and routing.
• Responsible for architecture, operation and documentation of the corporate LAN/WAN/SDWAN along with integration of emerging technologies.
• Administer network and data security through system controls, physical routing and filtering devices. Implement ACL and firewall rules as needed
• Provides project management for special projects. Coordinates projects within the department staff, other departments, and external vendors. Maintain partner and vendor relationships.
• Participates in short and long-range planning for the department to select and utilize appropriate technologies to meet the evolving needs of the credit union, employees, and members.
• Maintains a broad knowledge of current and emerging technologies, architectures, and products. Recommend standards, conventions, policies and procedures in all areas of expertise.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

Experience: Five years to eight years of similar or related experience. Experience with Cisco ACI, ISE, Palo Alto firewalls, and Riverbed monitoring tools

Education: (1) A bachelor's degree, or (2) achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent to a bachelor's degree (e.g. information technology certifications in lieu of a degree).

Interpersonal Skills: Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization for the purpose of first-level conflict resolution, building relationships, and soliciting cooperation. Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.

Other Skills: Training and certifications in computer desktop and networking. Good communication skills and able to work well with others and unsupervised.

• Technical planning and project management experience.
• Ability to discuss technical issues effectively with other data processing professionals as well as non-technical users.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Meraki wireless networking, SolarWinds Orion, and VXLAN.

Location: This position is in Sturtevant, WI 53177.

Educators Credit Union is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.