Associate Systems Engineer

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 79,100 - 130,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Eagan, Minnesota is seeking an Associate Systems Engineer to assist with system administration and automation tasks using PowerShell. The role involves supporting technical initiatives and resolving issues while developing skills in infrastructure design and implementation. Candidates should have at least 2 years' experience or a Bachelor's degree, and a certification in Cloud Service is required within the first year. The organization offers competitive pay and benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and PTO.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ related experience or Bachelor’s degree.
• 1 year experience in an IT capability.
• Cloud Service Provider Certification required within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Perform support and maintenance on existing systems.
• Analyze customer requirements for feasibility.
• Develop infrastructure interactions for security and stability.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

High school diploma (or equivalency)

Tools

PowerShell

AWS Cloud Practitioner

Azure Fundamentals

Job description

Join to apply for the Associate Systems Engineer role at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

Impact You Will Have

The Associate Systems Engineer will assist with system administration and automation tasks, primarily using PowerShell, collaborate with team members to support technical initiatives and resolve issues, as well as learn and apply new technologies and processes under guidance.

Your Responsibilities

• Performs support and maintenance on existing systems and documentation.
• Analyzes customer requirements for new or existing projects to determine feasibility and time required.
• Develops moderate to complex infrastructure interactions to ensure the security, stability, recoverability, and access to systems and information.
• Participates in cross‑functional initiatives on the development and implementation of enterprise‑wide major installations, upgrades and process changes.
• Facilitates knowledge sharing by creating and maintaining detailed, comprehensive documentation and diagrams.
• Tracks industry trends and maintains knowledge of new technologies to better serve the enterprise architecture needs.
• Performs systems support activities and may include required participation in an on‑call rotation for support of systems outside of normal business hours.
• Participates in structured cross‑functional processes including architecture, change, risk, resiliency, incident, problem, CMDB, and asset management.

Required Skills And Experience

• 2+ years’ related experience or Bachelor’s degree. All relevant experience including work, education, transferable skills, and military experience will be considered.
• 1 year experience in an IT capability/technology.
• Cloud Service Provider Certification (e.g., AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals, etc.) – required within 1 year of employment.
• Acquiring basic knowledge of infrastructure design, implementation, administration, planning, developing.
• Acquiring basic knowledge of technical, business, and industry.
• Developing oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Developing human relations skills to effectively interact with leadership and management, peers, business partners and vendors.
• Developing basic skills at systems, creative, critical and analytical thinking, decision making and problem solving.
• Developing basic understanding of the standards and deliverables to ensure integrity of the systems engineering process.
• Acquiring basic knowledge of internal area applications.
• Developing skills at hands‑on communication, collaboration and leadership.
• High school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Compensation And Benefits

Pay Range: $79,100.00 – $104,800.00 – $130,500.00 Annual

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• And more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an affirmative action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic. Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: [e-mail].