Ellucian Banner ERP Director — Strategic IT Leader

Ferrilli; New Jersey; On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrilli seeks a senior director to lead Ellucian Banner applications for a major higher education client in the Northeast. You will guide strategy, oversee Banner modules, and drive integration with campus systems.

The role requires 7–10 years in IT leadership within higher education and strong stakeholder communication skills to translate complex tech concepts for non-technical partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 7–10 years IT leadership in higher education with at least 5 years overseeing Ellucian Banner environments.
• Deep functional and technical knowledge of Ellucian Banner modules, Oracle DB, SQL, PL/SQL, and modern integration frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Governance: Develop the strategic roadmap for enterprise applications and align with university goals.
• Ellucian Banner Oversight: Manage administration, integration, and upgrade cycles for Banner suites and integrations.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor systems analysts, DBAs, and developers to ensure service excellence.
• Project Management: Oversee enterprise-wide technical projects with on-time delivery and within scope.
• Integration & Customization: Direct API, data warehouse, and middleware design connecting Banner with campus systems.
• Compliance & Security: Ensure FERPA and cybersecurity standards compliance.
• Vendor Management: Manage vendor relations and SLAs to optimize licensing and support.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

ERP integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Oracle

SQL/PLSQL

Ellucian Ethos

Job description

Ferrilli seeks a senior director to lead Ellucian Banner applications for a major higher education client in the Northeast. You will guide strategy, oversee Banner modules, and drive integration with campus systems.

The role requires 7–10 years in IT leadership within higher education and strong stakeholder communication skills to translate complex tech concepts for non-technical partners.