At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

This network engineering and automation role will utilize automation tools like Ansible, Python, Git, Github, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and Jenkins to help accelerate our on-prem hybrid cloud Infrastructure As Code transformation, while bringing strong Network engineering fundamentals to the table as well.

This person will,

Design, develop, code, test and support new network automation functionality to increase overall operational efficiency in the environment

Collaborate with other teams to enhance and improve existing network automation and monitoring capabilities, adding stability and resiliency to network operations

Prepare equipment to support end users at offices and branch locations using the appropriate tools, manuals and vendor support.

Support the installation and repair of products and services. Review utilization and availability reports using in house tools and third party vendor solutions to identify problems and take corrective action.

Organize, manage, maintain and track hardware and software inventory records using network management software. Maintain current network diagrams and documentation as required to aide in ongoing support of complex inter-connected systems and equipment.

Monitor infrastructure to maintain desired capacity for existing and new applications. Recommend changes for improvements. Life cycle management of equipment for security, stability, and desired features. Begin product owner thought processes to identify improvement opportunities.

Requirements
Education

Associate's Degree in Computer Science or Data Networking Required

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems or Business Administration Preferred

Experience

2-5 years Configuring, installing and troubleshooting various infrastructure elements. Knowledge of basic concepts around network, server, client and telephony. Exposure to troubleshooting approaches, configuration management, and change control procedures with recovery paths. Creating and managing documentation, following standard operating procedures and general system maintenance. Required

4-7 years Configuring, installing and troubleshooting various infrastructure elements. Knowledge of basic concepts around network, server, client and telephony. Exposure to troubleshooting approaches, configuration management, and change control procedures with recovery paths. Creating and managing documentation, following standard operating procedures and general system maintenance. Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

Other Cisco such as CCNA, CCNP, Network+, A+, Microsoft Role Certifications among others. Preferred

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. 

Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. 

Paid time off to volunteer in your community. 

Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. 

Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. 

Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.  

Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. 

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X. 

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance to individuals with disabilities throughout the application & interview process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the interview process.

Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.