IT Systems Engineer

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Columbus, IN, USA
In-Office
Junior
Automotive
The Role
Provide foundational support for on-premises and cloud IT infrastructure: install, configure, monitor, troubleshoot hardware/software, perform backups and basic security checks, document configurations, and assist senior engineers with automation and architecture to ensure stable, secure operations.
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Job Summary:

Provides foundational support and maintenance for IT systems infrastructure, assisting in installation, set up, configuration, monitoring and maintenance tasks. Works to ensure stable and secure operations across on-premises and cloud environments, troubleshoot basic issues, and document configurations to meet business requirements in accordance with IT architecture policies and standards.


Key Responsibilities:

Develops and Implements small-scale automation solutions with guidance from senior engineers to improve efficiency, consistency, and accuracy of day-to-day operations across infrastructure environments. Assists in documenting basic system configurations, installation steps, and operational procedures, infrastructure architectures, system requirements, functional specifications and technical procedures for servers, storage, networks, and cloud environments Assists in installing, configuring, testing and maintaining hardware, software, and infrastructure components. Follows established procedures to identify basic performance issues and escalate as needed to senior engineers. Support troubleshooting, monitoring system performance, system security and resolution of basic infrastructure issues to ensure minimal disruption to system operations. Follows established procedures to perform system backups, basic security checks, and recovery tests. Assists in maintaining compliance with organizational policies and learns foundational practices for system protection and data integrity. Learns and applies basic scripting techniques to automate simple, repetitive operational tasks. Monitors system performance and resource utilization using predefined tools and procedures. Assists in the analysis and evaluation of system and platform performance to ensure applications operate effectively within the infrastructure. Coordinating with internal teams during implementation or troubleshooting activities to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

Competencies: Security & Compliance Principles - Applies standards, tools, and best practices to embed security, privacy, and compliance into the design/build/test/operate lifecycle for products, services, apps, systems, software, and configurations—balancing protection, efficiency, and cost. Programming Principles - Applies programming languages, frameworks, and patterns to design, write, configure, test, and maintain software/solutions/systems that are efficient, secure, scalable, and reliable. Data Principles - Governs, models, secures, implements, and observes data flows to ensure integrity, quality, and compliance—enabling trusted, scalable, cost-conscious data use. Modern Development Practices - Applies modern engineering practices and tools—such as Agile/DevSecOps, CI/CD, automated testing, and infrastructure as code—to accelerate delivery, improve quality, and reduce risk across the SDLC. Solution Design - Translate business requirements into integrated designs, architectures, patterns, and system interactions that deliver customer value and align with enterprise standards and subject-matter platforms. System Architecture- Creates and evolves architecture system blueprints developing reusable patterns and roadmaps to ensure scalability, resilience, security, and long-term efficiency. Demonstrating Mastery - Maintains essential knowledge and proficiency in relevant domains, tools, technologies, methodologies, or frameworks through targeted credentials and rigorous proficiency, future-proofing organizational skills against strategic needs. Strategic and Innovative Thinking - Evaluates business and technology trends, anticipates future needs, develops creative approaches, and frames innovations to shape strategy and create durable value with cost-aware innovation. Technical Passion & Drive - Models curiosity and excitement for technology by self-initiating continuous development, experimenting with emerging technologies, and identifying insertion opportunities that accelerate business performance. Driving Effective Outcomes - Takes ownership, acts with urgency, and initiates action to turn goals into clear plans, decisions, guardrails, and cadences while navigating ambiguity and change to drive momentum and deliver consistent results. Engaging with Impact - Communicates with clarity and purpose to align stakeholders, foster collaboration, build trust, and influence coordinated action across teams and functions to accelerate outcomes. Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Ensuring Customer Success - Embraces a customer-first mindset to deliver outcomes by linking customer needs and business priorities to aligned solutions, delivery, adoption, satisfaction, and realized value through sustained engagement that builds partnership and trust. Education, Licenses, Certifications: College, university, or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related subject, or relevant equivalent experience required. This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Experience: Minimal relevant work experience required. 1-3 years of experience.

Qualifications

Competencies: Security & Compliance Principles - Applies standards, tools, and best practices to embed security, privacy, and compliance into the design/build/test/operate lifecycle for products, services, apps, systems, software, and configurations—balancing protection, efficiency, and cost. Programming Principles - Applies programming languages, frameworks, and patterns to design, write, configure, test, and maintain software/solutions/systems that are efficient, secure, scalable, and reliable. Data Principles - Governs, models, secures, implements, and observes data flows to ensure integrity, quality, and compliance—enabling trusted, scalable, cost-conscious data use. Modern Development Practices - Applies modern engineering practices and tools—such as Agile/DevSecOps, CI/CD, automated testing, and infrastructure as code—to accelerate delivery, improve quality, and reduce risk across the SDLC. Solution Design - Translate business requirements into integrated designs, architectures, patterns, and system interactions that deliver customer value and align with enterprise standards and subject-matter platforms. System Architecture- Creates and evolves architecture system blueprints developing reusable patterns and roadmaps to ensure scalability, resilience, security, and long-term efficiency. Demonstrating Mastery - Maintains essential knowledge and proficiency in relevant domains, tools, technologies, methodologies, or frameworks through targeted credentials and rigorous proficiency, future-proofing organizational skills against strategic needs. Strategic and Innovative Thinking - Evaluates business and technology trends, anticipates future needs, develops creative approaches, and frames innovations to shape strategy and create durable value with cost-aware innovation. Technical Passion & Drive - Models curiosity and excitement for technology by self-initiating continuous development, experimenting with emerging technologies, and identifying insertion opportunities that accelerate business performance. Driving Effective Outcomes - Takes ownership, acts with urgency, and initiates action to turn goals into clear plans, decisions, guardrails, and cadences while navigating ambiguity and change to drive momentum and deliver consistent results. Engaging with Impact - Communicates with clarity and purpose to align stakeholders, foster collaboration, build trust, and influence coordinated action across teams and functions to accelerate outcomes. Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Ensuring Customer Success - Embraces a customer-first mindset to deliver outcomes by linking customer needs and business priorities to aligned solutions, delivery, adoption, satisfaction, and realized value through sustained engagement that builds partnership and trust. Education, Licenses, Certifications: College, university, or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related subject, or relevant equivalent experience required. This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. 

College Job type: Entry Level Full-Time

Subfunction: N/A

Degree level: Bachelor

Educational Program: Prefer CS/IT

Start date: Aug, 2026 or as earliest possible

Job Skill Requirements

  1. Understanding of computing devices (Windows, Android and MacOS), troubleshooting and installation
    1. Knowledge of network layers, protocols, IP Configuration and troubleshooting
    2. Understanding of Audio Video Technology including the Zoom Platform for Video Conferencing.

Required Work Location: On-site with Flexibility

About UsCummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 1-3 years of relevant IT experience (minimal relevant work experience)
  • Experience troubleshooting and installing computing devices: Windows, Android, and macOS
  • Knowledge of network layers, protocols, IP configuration, and network troubleshooting
  • Understanding of audio/video technology including the Zoom platform for video conferencing
  • Experience installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining hardware, software, and infrastructure components
  • Basic scripting skills to automate routine operational tasks
  • Familiarity with cloud and on-premises environments, monitoring, backups, and basic security/compliance practices
  • Familiarity with modern practices: DevSecOps, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC)

Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.

  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.

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