1

Cerner System Engineer Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

This role supports custom report development and maintenance across enterprise-wide systems ... Develop, debug, and design custom reports using SQL, Cerner Command Language (CCL), and other ...

This role supports custom report development and maintenance across enterprise-wide systems ... Develop, debug, and design custom reports using SQL, Cerner Command Language (CCL), and other ...

Cerner • Admissions/Transfers: 12% admission rate Qualifications • Licensure: Missouri medical ... Sikeston's Park system provides 14 parks and an array of activities for the outdoor enthusiast.

Cerner • Admissions/Transfers: 12% admission rate Qualifications • Licensure: Missouri medical ... Sikeston's Park system provides 14 parks and an array of activities for the outdoor enthusiast.

Cerner • Admissions/Transfers: 12% admission rate Qualifications • Licensure: Missouri medical ... Sikeston's Park system provides 14 parks and an array of activities for the outdoor enthusiast.

Cerner System Engineer information

See Missouri salary details

$50.2K

$119.3K

$156.6K

How much do cerner system engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for cerner system engineer in Missouri is $119,328.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,900.00 and $147,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Cerner System Engineer?

As a Cerner System Engineer, your daily tasks often include monitoring the health and performance of Cerner systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and applying system updates or patches. You may collaborate closely with clinicians, IT staff, and Cerner support to resolve incidents and ensure system stability. Additionally, you might participate in project work such as system upgrades, migrations, or workflow optimizations. An important facet of the role is proactive problem identification to minimize downtime and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations. This mix of technical and collaborative work ensures a dynamic and impactful environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cerner System Engineer?

To excel as a Cerner System Engineer, you need a strong foundation in information technology, server administration, and healthcare workflows, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Experience with Cerner Millennium, UNIX/Linux systems, virtualization technologies, and certifications like Cerner Certified Professional or related IT credentials are highly beneficial. Problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and the capacity to work collaboratively in cross-functional healthcare teams are vital soft skills. These competencies help ensure seamless operation, optimization, and support of critical healthcare information systems, directly impacting patient care and organizational efficiency.

What is a Cerner System Engineer?

A Cerner System Engineer is responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing the Cerner health information system infrastructure. They ensure system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with healthcare IT and support teams to enhance system reliability. Their role involves server management, software updates, security configurations, and providing technical support to end-users. Strong knowledge of Cerner applications, networking, databases, and system administration is essential. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining smooth healthcare operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

What are popular job titles related to Cerner System Engineer jobs in Missouri? For Cerner System Engineer jobs in Missouri, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What job categories do people searching Cerner System Engineer jobs in Missouri look for? The top searched job categories for Cerner System Engineer jobs in Missouri are:
What cities in Missouri are hiring for Cerner System Engineer jobs? Cities in Missouri with the most Cerner System Engineer job openings:
Infographic showing various Cerner System Engineer job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,328 per year, or $57.4 per hour.

Cerner Systems Engineer

Vector Consulting Group

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

VCG is looking for a Cerner Systems Engineer. Scope will include support the training and completion of sustainment work on the CST project. The ability to mentor/train junior staff is essential in this role and the contractor should be a skilled Cerner builder with the patience to train junior staff with only basic Cerner training. Consultant will also be required to report on the progress of the new staff achievement of their learning objectives. Consultants may be asked to perform Cerner build for the CST project while CST project staff train and onboard new staff.

Senior Cerner Technical Support of the Cerner Millennium 2012.1.18 and Cerner Millennium 2005 with an emphasis on System Support that includes;

• Understand current Architecture and implications to process, workflow, and System support

• Excellent Communicator to CST Sustainment Leadership

• Troubleshooting as required for end user issues relating to the supported systems

• Work closely with CST SE's and other application analysts to resolve issues

• When required complete Evaluation, analysis, documentation of requirements, and

translation into proper system requirement specifications

• Technical Operational Support for the current functionality for:

o Olympus

o WTS Location

o Deployment Manager

o Environment Manager

o Citrix in regards to Cerner[Intermediate level]

o Printing Support – Assist and Educate printer team for the Specialized Build, Troubleshooting, and Support for both Legacy Cerner CW and Legacy Forensic Cerner systems.

o CAMM database

o WebSpere [Intermediate level]

o Linux [intermediate level]

o Disaster Recovery Toolkit

o Millennium Objects

o Downtime processes

o Code and Software management

o Security Management – Secret Server

o Scheduled Downtime Planning and Support

o System Performance Monitoring – Daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly

  • Server monitoring and Support
  • Forensic Cerner – work with Parsec(VMS support Vendor) to remediate any identified issues

o Issue Management

  • Troubleshooting and Remediation assistance

• Provide support for testing resources as required, including but not limited to:

o System Current State

o System Configuration – all domains

o Server cycling

o Troubleshooting issues with Win10 Upgrade Testing, Citrix Receiver Upgrade

Testing

o Documentation updates


Start Date: ASAP
Length: 6 months to start
Region: Northwest
Hours: Full Time
Travel: 0-5%
Type: Contractor
Vector Consulting Group, Inc. is a nationally recognized leader in Healthcare IT Staffing and Consulting Services. VCG provides healthcare organizations the expertise needed to attain strategic initiatives in Information Technology, while establishing long-term relationships through accountability, respect and integrity.
VCG offers extremely competitive rates for both and employees and contractors including the following full fortune 500 benefits for our employees: 401k retirement with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability and Life Insurance. VCG also offers a bonus and referral program for those who are interested.

The minimally qualified candidate will have a complete understanding of Cerner Millennium previous experience supporting Cerner Millennium, (Cerner 2005/2012 code)

Required Skills:

• Ability to understand the importance of following defined processes

• Excellent oral and written skills

• Excellent customer service skills

Application Specific Skills:

• Six years of Cerner System Support

• Expert understanding of Cerner System Support Tools