Network Access Control Solution

Ferris State University is seeking a Network Access Control (NAC) solution to support and secure its campus-wide wireless and wired network. The solution should provide advanced network access control, robust authentication for staff, faculty, and students, captive portal support for guest access, and a registration portal for students and IT staff to register devices. The university is looking for a solution that can handle approximately 25,000 clients daily and has the capability to grow. The proposed solution should be either a SaaS solution or an on-premise VM-Ware capable file, with a preference for SaaS. The university is also looking for professional services to help set up and configure the NAC and initial security profiles. Some key features of the required solution include: • Advanced network access control primarily for the wireless network • Robust authentication for staff, faculty, and students using their campus account and password • Captive portal support for guest access • Registration portal for students and IT staff to register devices • Ability to handle approximately 25,000 clients daily with room for growth • SaaS or on-premise VM-Ware capable file solution • Professional services for setup and configuration