Network Engineer

LAFCU; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Tuition assistance

Work-life balance

Job summary

LAFCU is seeking a Network Engineer to maintain and secure our LAN/WAN infrastructure, including Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, and ASA devices. You will manage SD-WAN, SASE, and Webex telephony, while supporting IT staff, vendors, and project teams.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification, and strong problem-solving and collaboration skills. Travel between LAFCU locations may be required, with after-hours work as needed.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of similar or related experience.
• Bachelor's degree or formal industry-recognized certifications considered equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN, and SASE technologies.
• Knowledge of operating systems, hardware, software, and Active Directory environments.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to resolve complex technical issues.
• The ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and take projects from planning through completion.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information and present recommendations.
• Strong relationship-building skills and experience collaborating with vendors, consultants, and internal partners.
• Experience developing technical plans and preparing audit and penetration test reports.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot LAFCU’s LAN/WAN infrastructure, including Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, and ASA routing, switching, and firewall technologies.
• Manage SD-WAN and SASE environments to support reliable connectivity and network security.
• Monitor and support Cisco Webex telephony and contact center systems, partnering with consultants on changes, upgrades, and improvements.
• Resolve network and connectivity issues, assist with escalated Helpdesk requests, and document work through the ticketing system.
• Assist with Active Directory administration and related infrastructure support.
• Evaluate network performance, architecture, and configurations; recommend improvements that support evolving business needs and industry standards.
• Test, recommend, and implement hardware, software, and IT processes.
• Support disaster recovery planning by assessing network risks, maintaining protective measures and backup power systems, and reviewing network recovery plans annually.
• Serve as a technical resource on organization-wide projects, working closely with the Project Management Office, System Administrators, and other IT team members.
• Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and technology partners to complete projects on time and keep stakeholders informed.
• Maintain technology asset inventories and plan for equipment reaching end of service or end of life.
• Prepare technical documentation, proposals, and reports supporting audits and penetration testing.
• Share knowledge with IT staff and continue developing technical skills through training and certifications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Routing

Switching

Firewalls

SD-WAN

SASE

Active Directory

Troubleshooting

Communication

Vendor relations

Audit & Penetration testing reports

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certifications (Cisco CCNA etc)

Tools

Cisco IOS

Active Directory tools

VPN

Wireshark

Job description

• Location 106 N MARKETPLACE BLVD,Lansing, MI, 48917,United States
• Employee Type Exempt

Contact information

• Name Candace Williams
• Email [e-mail]

Description

LAFCU is seeking a Network Engineer to help keep our teams connected and our technology secure, reliable, and ready for growth. In this role, you’ll manage network infrastructure, support our telephony and contact center systems, and collaborate with IT colleagues and vendor partners on projects that improve operations across the credit union.

Reporting to the IT Manager, you’ll bring technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach to supporting the technology our employees use to serve our members.

What You’ll Do

Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot LAFCU’s LAN/WAN infrastructure, including Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, and ASA routing, switching, and firewall technologies.

Manage SD-WAN and SASE environments to support reliable connectivity and network security.

Monitor and support Cisco Webex telephony and contact center systems, partnering with consultants on changes, upgrades, and improvements.

Resolve network and connectivity issues, assist with escalated Helpdesk requests, and document work through the ticketing system.

Assist with Active Directory administration and related infrastructure support.

Evaluate network performance, architecture, and configurations; recommend improvements that support evolving business needs and industry standards.

Test, recommend, and implement hardware, software, and IT processes.

Support disaster recovery planning by assessing network risks, maintaining protective measures and backup power systems, and reviewing network recovery plans annually.

Serve as a technical resource on organization-wide projects, working closely with the Project Management Office, System Administrators, and other IT team members.

Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and technology partners to complete projects on time and keep stakeholders informed.

Maintain technology asset inventories and plan for equipment reaching end of service or end of life.

Prepare technical documentation, proposals, and reports supporting audits and penetration testing.

Share knowledge with IT staff and continue developing technical skills through training and certifications.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

Three to five years of similar or related experience.

A bachelor’s degree or formal industry-recognized certifications considered equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.

Knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN, and SASE technologies.

Knowledge of operating systems, hardware, software, and Active Directory environments.

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to resolve complex technical issues.

The ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and take projects from planning through completion.

Clear verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information and present recommendations.

Strong relationship-building skills and experience collaborating with vendors, consultants, and internal partners.

Experience developing technical plans and preparing audit and penetration test reports.

Preferred Qualifications

Enterprise network architecture or engineering experience.

A Cisco technical background.

CCNA or other Cisco certifications. Cisco certifications are preferred at hire and required after hire.

Work Requirements

A current driver’s license and the ability to travel independently between LAFCU locations; frequent branch travel may be required.

The ability to transport, move, connect, and disconnect technology equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Availability for after-hours and weekend work.

Summary

WHY LAFCU?
LAFCU is a credit union that’s been serving our community for 90 years. We have expanded to provide financial services to people and businesses across the entire state of Michigan. We are very involved in serving our community and you’ll see LAFCU rolling up their sleeves and giving back.

We are a full service financial institution; providing relevant products and services such as overdraft protection, debit and credit cards, savings and checking accounts, auto loans, mortgage loans and much more.

With a particular focus on serving people of modest means, LAFCU is committed to enhancing its members' financial well-being and creating long-lasting positive change across generations. Awarded the prestigious Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award, LAFCU is known for its people-helping-people mission, which has led to award-winning financial literacy programs for all ages. A three-time honoree as a national ‘Best Credit Union to Work For’, named a Best Place to Work for Women, and recognized globally for its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, LAFCU stands out

In addition to our competitive compensation package; including 401k, we have a strong tuition assistance program; and believe strongly in work/life balance.

LAFCU actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe diverse perspectives contribute to our overall success.