IT Security Engineer

Technical Engineer Position

We have an immediate opening for a technical engineer to join our Loss Prevention IT team, with key focus on Genetec applications.

Using knowledge of industry best practices skills you will help to analyze, configure and deploy leading solutions to our rapidly growing Client global banners.

The Loss Prevention IT Security Engineer - Senior must demonstrate the ability to balance multiple projects, products, and vendors.

The Position will also require good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team setting. Candidates must pay attention industry trends and developments and applicable Government regulations.

Participate in the design and implementation of new access control and CCTV systems, including providing recommendations on hardware and software solutions.

Install, program and configure commercial electronic security systems for enterprise systems (door access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, low voltage communication, electronic locks, point sensors, signaling devices, etc.)

Design, implement, and manage virtual machines (VMs) on a server infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability by creating, configuring, and troubleshooting virtual environments across platforms like VMware, Hyper-V, or cloud-based solutions.

Solid understanding of networking fundamentals like TCP/IP, subnetting, routing protocols, VLANs, VPNs, and firewalls, along with the ability to design, configure, and troubleshoot complex network infrastructures, including proficiency in network hardware like routers, switches, and firewalls, while also possessing skills in network security, monitoring tools, and problem-solving to identify and resolve network issues effectively.

Troubleshoot new security installations to ensure the systems are functioning properly and satisfy codes.

Facilitate communication of cameras and access control to the Security Systems Software.

Program and configure access control and CCTV systems, including hardware and software.

Work with clients to understand their unique business requirements and develop customized solutions that meet those needs.

Stay up to date with the latest technology trends and advancements in the industry.

Provide technical support to clients and internal teams, including training on how to use these systems effectively.

Develop and maintain documentation on all systems and solutions, including programming code and hardware configurations.

Analyze potential changes and enhancements to software and hardware to determine the impact on existing production systems, system design standards and operating procedures.

Interacts with various IT teams to understand issues and challenges with the solution in the field and propose solutions to address.

Ability to proactively identify and diagnose complex problems & opportunities.

Design, implement, and manage virtual machines (VMs) on a server infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability by creating, configuring, and troubleshooting virtual environments across platforms like VMware, Hyper-V, or cloud-based solutions.

Participates in end-to-end testing efforts.

Participates in the knowledge transfer to support organizations.

Comfortable operating under a range of applicable project methodologies and frameworks, including waterfall and scrum/agile.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in technology or information systems OR equivalent experience
• 8+ years of experience installing and programming the following:
• Access Control: Genetec
• Video Management: Genetec, Axis, Hanwha
• Install of Security Systems Software onto a server (Genetec, Salient, Omnicast, Synergis)
• Knowledge of configuring various Security Access Control, CCTV, and Intrusion systems.