Electronic Security Systems Engineer

Salary: $80,000 - 103,000 per year Requirements:

• We prefer a bachelors degree in engineering, computer science, information technology, or a closely related technical field.
• We require at least seven years of experience aligned with the duties of this role, or an equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Industry and manufacturer certifications related to integrated security systems and network infrastructure are strongly preferred.
• We need strong oral and written communication skills for collaboration with peers, supervisors, clients, and site personnel.
• We look for strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and the capacity to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Candidates must pass a background check, hold a valid drivers license, and be eligible for U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• We expect practical expertise in access control systems such as Lenel, CCURE, Genetec, AMAG, Avigilon, or similar platforms.
• We expect familiarity with video management systems, intrusion detection systems, network infrastructure, IP-based systems, and system integration/commissioning.

• We design system architecture, engineering plans, and integration strategies for enterprise electronic security solutions, including access control, intrusion detection, CCTV, video surveillance, alarm systems, communications equipment, and related network infrastructure.
• We provide post-sale engineering support to installation, service, and technician teams during commissioning, including diagnosing and resolving complex hardware, software, and network issues.
• We program, configure, test, and validate security devices and integrations to ensure proper operation, interoperability, and alignment with design specifications.
• We review hardware and software environments to identify and correct configuration issues using troubleshooting methods and manufacturer guidance.
• We assess emerging products, technologies, industry standards, and engineering practices, and recommend standardization and adoption where appropriate.
• We train and offer technical direction to technician, service, sales, and marketing teams.
• We identify, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, and network issues that affect system performance and end users.
• We ensure our work and designs comply with applicable codes, customer requirements, manufacturer specifications, and internal standards.
• We coordinate with project leadership, manufacturer representatives, and other professional resources on unusual or complex technical challenges.
• We carry out additional related duties as assigned.

• Hardware
• Support
• Marketing
• Network
• Security
• Exposed

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We design, develop, implement, and sustain advanced C5ISR and security solutions that support defense and mission capabilities for mission-critical commercial and U.S. Government clients. Our teams install, program, maintain, and repair sophisticated systems in high-security environments while working to codes, client requirements, and internal standards. This Systems Engineer role is primarily based in an office or engineering setting with periodic travel to customer and project sites, and it includes work across sensitive facilities such as detention centers, data centers, and government locations. The role also involves extended computer-based design work, occasional physical activity during site visits, and adherence to a professional appearance and conduct.

last updated 34 week of 2026