Physical Security Engineer

Our Physical Security Engineers work on various projects as assigned by a Department Manager or Lead Engineer. This position will play a role in the entire design process including but not limited to:

• Preliminary assessments
• Concept creation
• Leading designs with support from your peers, SME's, and BIM designers
• Internal and external problem resolution
• Drawing and specification production
• Customer and vendor accessibility.

The Physical Security Engineer may work on several concurrent projects and will be responsible to ensure that projects are completed on time., As a Physical Security Engineer assigned to a local office, you will collaborate closely with our security technology team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to design and develop security solutions for buildings, facilities, and sites.

• Leading security design efforts, creating schematics, schedules, plan drawings, and specifications; performing calculations for video storage, bandwidth usage, and power loads; contributing to cross-discipline coordination; and identifying potential conflicts or inconsistencies with architectural, civil, electrical, and instrumentation teams.

• In this role, it is expected that you will have extensive experience in security technology with an established professional network of industry contacts. Additionally, we require a willingness to learn, an ability to dedicate yourself to growth in a rapidly evolving technology field, and a commitment to join a strong team and help with a wide variety of tasks, * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline; master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is strongly preferred.
• Professional security certifications (CISSP, CPP, PSP, CCNA, RCDD etc.) are a plus.
• Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in planning, designing, and commissioning physical security systems; project management experience is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of physical security systems, including video surveillance, access control, intercom, and intrusion detection systems, as well as familiarity with leading manufacturers and technical standards.
• Experience with conducting vulnerability and risk assessments, with an understanding of various assessment methodologies.
• Ability to evaluate emerging security technologies and analyze trade-offs, such as multi-megapixel cameras to thermal imaging cameras or assessing ground-based radar versus Lidar systems versus other technologies for perimeter intrusion detection applications.
• Strong understanding of network technologies and cybersecurity principles.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment and provide/receive constructive feedback.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 / Office, Bluebeam, and design collaboration tools.
• Experience with Revit, ACC, BIM360, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of CSI design and construction specifications
• Experience estimating and scheduling mid-to-large-scale project design effort
• Knowledge of construction cost estimating for security implementation

Ideally, you'll also have:

• Experience leading projects and managing resources
• Experience mentoring junior staff
• Design Management experience
• Design experience in data centers