Physical Security Engineer

Physical Security Engineer will be responsible for high level configuration and integration of access control and IP/analog surveillance systems.  They will also have strong knowledge of all Physical Security systems and will be asked to serve as both an escalation point for installations and troubleshooting and a technical advisor to clients. 

Essential Functions

Configuration of physical security and supporting systems at a high level

Programming and commissioning line diagrams and as builts.

Technical oversight of project engineering and configuration tasks

Documentation and end user training

Serve as a subject matter expert

Serve as a technical advisor

Serve as an escalation point for troubleshooting

Develop and oversee project commissioning and testing

Participate as a trainer in A3U and other training programs

Perform end-user training

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications  

Hold and retain certification in at least three VMS systems

Hold and retain certification in at least two access control systems

Hold and retain enterprise/advanced-level certification in at least one access control or VMS’s

Have a minimum two years of experience configuring physical security systems

Have served as a Lead Technician – Physical Security (or equal) for a minimum of two years

Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Have basic knowledge of network fundamentals, SQL database and Windows Server

Have proficiency in peripheral systems such as visitor management, video intercom, LPR, analytics, gate systems, etc.

Have mastery of IP camera technology, controller hardware, door hardware and credential technologies

Have the ability to communicate at a high level with customer IT staff

Have the ability to work with customer to design system configurations

function as an engineering resource for the project team on typical physical security projects

Participate in project commissioning and testing

Assist in the enforcement of standards related to final documentation

Possess basic system design and quoting abilities to assist sales when needed