About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are 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.

The Impact You Will Have

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is looking for an Associate System Engineer to join our Directory Services team! The Associate System Engineer – Directory Services is an early‑career role designed for individuals who are eager to grow their skills in identity and access management. In this position, you will support the design, security, and day‑to‑day operations of enterprise directory platforms—including Entra ID (Azure Active Directory), Active Directory, and related identity technologies.

• 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.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.

• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC‑300)

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $68,900.00 - $91,300.00 - $113,700.00 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.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

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

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Role Designation

Hybrid

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week – most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross 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: talent.acquisition@bluecrossmn.com.

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