Security Designer

Job Description:

The candidate will be expected to plan and design the installation of large, complex security system projects that include access control, video surveillance, digital video storage, intrusion detection, command and control systems, and physical security technologies. The candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency with the development and preparation of construction drawings and specifications as well as have experience in management and oversight of contractor's installation work, testing, training, and project closeout.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of the latest security technologies and applications currently being deployed on major security projects.
• Ability to develop detailed engineering design documents including drawings, specifications, and master plan reports.
• Ability to develop detailed construction estimates and budgets.
• Ability to work and coordinate design requirements with multi-team environments including architects and other engineering disciplines (mechanical, civil, etc.)
• Ability to monitor the construction phase of the project working with contractors and integrators on the proper installation and implementation of the design.
• Ability to work independently while handling multiple projects with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.

Experience:

The position requires previous engineering design experience with physical security systems. The following skills are required when applying for this position:

• 4 - 9 years of experience designing security and low voltage related systems
• Construction documents including drawings and CSI format specifications.
• Low voltage/security systems engineering design & calculations.
• Good verbal communication skills

The following skills, experiences, and qualifications are preferred, but not required for this position:

• Experience in the aviation/airport market.
• ASIS (PSP) Certification.
• BICSI RCDD Certification.
• Networking and IT experience.
• Professional Engineering Registration

Education:

BS in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience/technical degree required.

Travel:

Approximately 25% regional travel is to be expected.

Security Clearance:

This position will require the development, use, and handling of Secure Sensitive Information (SSI) as governed by the Federal Government. Applicant must be able to pass criminal history record checks required to obtain security badges at many client facilities.

Benefits:

• 100% employer paid healthcare
• 50% employer paid spouse/domestic partner/dependent healthcare
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Short Term Disability
• 100% employer paid Long Term Disability
• 100% employer paid Life/ADD Insurance
• Additional Life/ADD Insurance
• FSA