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Sunbelt Controls

Systems Software Engineer III

Boise, ID

$164K - $195K/yr

Associates degree in a technical field or 6-10 years of related work experience in building automation systems and/or industrial control systems programming. * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or ...

Sunbelt Controls

Systems Software Engineer III

Boise, ID · On-site

$164K - $195K/yr

Associates degree in a technical field or 6-10 years of related work experience in building automation systems and/or industrial control systems programming. * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or ...

Automationtechies

Associate Control Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

Join this company, a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the nation's leading system integrators with more than 40 years of experience. Seeking an Associate Controls Engineer with 2-5+ years of ...

Automationtechies

Associate Control Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

Join this company, a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the nation's leading system integrators with more than 40 years of experience. Seeking an Associate Controls Engineer with 2-5+ years of ...

Wunderlich-Malec

Associate Controls Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant * ENR Top 500 Firm We have an Associate Controls Engineer opportunity available in Boise, ID. This person will deliver process control systems including DCS/PLC/SCADA ...

Wunderlich-Malec

Associate Controls Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant * ENR Top 500 Firm We have an Associate Controls Engineer opportunity available in Boise, ID. This person will deliver process control systems including DCS/PLC/SCADA ...

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How much do associate systems engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate systems engineer in Idaho is $77,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,600.00 and $89,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate systems engineer?

Associate Systems Engineers are entry-level professionals who assist in designing, implementing, and maintaining computer systems and networks for organizations. They work under the guidance of senior engineers to troubleshoot technical issues, configure hardware and software, and ensure systems run efficiently. These engineers also help with system upgrades, security protocols, and documentation. Their role is vital in supporting IT infrastructure and ensuring smooth technology operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate systems engineer?

To thrive as an Associate Systems Engineer, you need a solid understanding of computer systems, networking, and operating systems, often backed by a relevant degree such as computer science or information technology. Familiarity with system administration tools, scripting languages, and certifications like CompTIA, Microsoft, or Cisco enhances technical proficiency. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and teamwork are important soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure you can efficiently support system infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with teams to maintain reliable IT operations.

What opportunities for career growth are typically available for an associate systems engineer?

As an Associate Systems Engineer, you'll gain hands-on experience with system configurations, troubleshooting, and working closely with senior engineers. Over time, this foundational role often leads to advancement opportunities such as Systems Engineer, Senior Systems Engineer, or specialized paths in network, cloud, or security engineering. Many organizations provide mentorship, training, and certification support to help you expand your technical expertise and take on greater responsibilities. Proactive learning and collaboration within your team can significantly accelerate your career trajectory in this field.

What is the difference between Associate Systems Engineer vs Systems Engineer?

AspectAssociate Systems EngineerSystems Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; some certificationsBachelor's degree; often more certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, team-based projects, support rolesMore complex projects, system design, implementation
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in tech companies, IT departmentsUsed across industries for system design and maintenance
Search & Comparison IntentEntry-level roles, career progressionAdvanced roles, technical expertise

The main difference between an Associate Systems Engineer and a Systems Engineer lies in experience and responsibility. Associate Systems Engineers are typically entry-level, focusing on support and learning, while Systems Engineers handle more complex system design and implementation tasks. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds, but Systems Engineers usually have more experience and certifications, enabling them to manage advanced projects.

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Principal Cisco Network Systems Engineer

Pocatello, ID • On-site

Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Overview

The Cisco Network Engineer will be responsible for design, deployment, testing, certification, patching, and addressing interoperability issues for all features, components, and application dependencies. To include switches, firewalls, load balancers, software defined networking, private cloud requirements, etc. This is onsite in Pocatello, ID and a current Top Secret clearance is required to be considered for an interview. We're basically looking for an Enterprise Networks Engineer with 6+ years' experience, who has or is willing to get a CCNA, with a preference on Application-Centric Infrastructure (ACI) and Network Services Orchestrator (NSO) experience. We are hiring onsite in Pocatello, ID, Huntsville, AL or in Clarksburg, WV. You must be willing to work onsite and have a curren Top Secret clearance in order to be considered.

Responsibilities
  • Design, implementation and ongoing support of the Networking Infrastructure within and between data centers.
  • Serve as the advanced matter expert for all data center network environments.
  • Create and maintain network infrastructure for both bare-metal and virtual machines with the appropriate LAN, WAN, vLAN, SDN, firewall and load balancer configurations, using both OEM and third-party tools that include virtual network tools (NSX) and services.
  • Provision/configure the required networking for servers and applications.
  • Evaluate, improve, and maintain the information security throughout the data center network infrastructure.
  • Monitor and correct network issues and create recovery processes for failures and performance bottlenecks. Provide real time alerts for network problem issues and implement proactive solutions for future problems to include re-design or tech refresh.
  • Install, configure, test, and maintain system management tools for all data center network components.
  • Write and maintain custom scripts to increase system efficiency and lower the human intervention time on any tasks, such as automated provisioning of addresses and VLANS with Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
  • Provide 4th level support.
  • Ensure technical documentation exists for all systems and is kept up to date to include inventory and patch levels of all systems to include hostnames, property numbers, IP addresses, enclave, number of cores, number of processors, admin passwords, certificates, and service accounts on a monthly interval.
Qualifications
  • Must have an active and current Top Secret clearance at time of submittig application.
  • Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP), or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or DevNet Associate certifications.
  • Bachelor's degree, and six years of experience required.
  • Experience with Application-Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Tetration, Multi-Site-Orchestrator (MSO), Network Assurance Engine (NAE), Network Services Orchestrator (NSO), Nexus Insights, and Digital Network Architecture Center (DNAC).

About Us:

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services, and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2025.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law. #LI-SW1

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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